Voice Artist Q&A Sessions: Fabienne

Fabienne is a brilliant French voice artist who has collaborated with us on a variety of projects over the last few years. Fabienne has vast experience within the voice acting sector, and brings a unique sound to every project that she works on, which causes a great deal of our clients to choose her to voice their projects.

We asked Fabienne a few questions about working in the voiceover industry, her top tips for success, and her day-to-day life as a voice artist.

How did you get started within the voiceover industry, and what is it that you enjoy most about it?

I started recording voiceovers in March 2008! At first, I started by producing a few audiobooks of my own, and since then, I have build up a repertoire of clients who book me for their voiceover recordings. I enjoy finding new ways to use my voice effectively for a client’s needs, and that no day within the industry is ever the same as the last.

How would you describe a typical day of a voice artist?

Before recording, if time allows, I always try to do a voice ‘warm up’, to prepare myself for the day ahead. I then check to see the orders that I have received and what needs recording, then I proceed to record the scripts I have received. I always edit my own recordings too, and tend to spend a lot more time in the day editing than I do recording.

What has been your favourite project that you have worked on with Matinée so far?

I always enjoy any project that involves a bit of voice acting, particularly character work in e-learning projects. There is not a particular project that I have worked on that sticks out to me as a firm favourite, because any project that involves using my voice to bring life to a character is definitely my favourite kind to work on!

What is the best kind of project brief to receive? Is there any information that you find particularly helpful to be included in a brief, before a project takes place?

I find it is helpful when a brief is clear on the tone of voice expected (energetic, calm, etc), and includes the technical requirements of the audio files (wav, mp3, etc). It is always especially helpful when the deadline is clearly outlined, so I know when my audio files are expected for delivery.

From experience, I’ve found it is also so important that a script is clear, and includes accurate time codes when the client requires the voiceover to be synched to picture. I have to say, Matinée’s project briefs are always clear and accurate, which is greatly appreciated!

How do live-directed sessions benefit you as opposed to recording independently?

Personally, it depends on the type of project. For longer scripts, I do find it best to record independently. However, I do find live-direction particularly helpful when recording voiceover for commercials, e-learning with testimonials, or audio book projects that require character voices.

When a project involves voice acting, I find it is important for the session to be live directed, so clients can dictate exactly how they wish for a character to sound.

Why do you like working with Matinée?

I like working with Matinée because each project is so different! I enjoy working on a variety of projects and Matinée definitely supply me with this. I’ve found Matinée to be a consistently reliable and professional voice over agency over the years, and I look forward to working together further.

You can listen to Fabienne’s demo’s here!

Here at Matinée Multilingual, we have a vast database of talented voice artists who specialise in everything from explainer videos to interactive toys. Whichever language you require a voiceover in (we offer over 80!) and whatever your next project is, let us help you bring it to life with our expert voiceover services.

We’ll help you connect and engage with your audience with the perfect voiceover, all the way from offering a selection of hand-picked voice demos, to recording and editing the final audio file. Why not get in touch with us today and find out more about how we can help you?

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