Whether you're newly retired, semi-retired, or simply looking for a fulfilling creative outlet, this friendly guide will help you take your first steps into the world of voice work. Designed specifically for seniors, it offers practical, jargon-free advice on everything from choosing a microphone to finding real voice-over gigs you can do from home.
You'll learn how to create a simple recording space, practice with sample scripts, and understand what clients are actually looking for. There's no need for a background in acting, tech expertise, or fancy equipment. If you can speak clearly and bring a little personality to the mic, you're already ahead of the game.
With honest tips, realistic expectations, and encouragement at every turn, this book helps you build skills and confidence—at your own pace. Whether you want to narrate audiobooks, record eLearning modules, or try your hand at commercials, the information here will walk you through each step with clarity and warmth.
It's never too late to try something new. Whether you're doing it for fun, for income, or for the joy of using your voice in a new way, this book will show you how to begin—and keep going—even if you've never recorded a single word before.