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Intro to Audiobook Narration & Production. Target Audience: Beginners. Date TBA.
Kickstart your audiobook narration journey with our 60-minute live workshop for only $49 ($39 early-bird), featuring personalized feedback and expert tips on narration and ACX-ready production! Unlike self-paced courses, this interactive class offers real-time coaching to help you master pacing, tone, and home studio setup—perfect for beginners aiming to narrate for Audible. Sign up now to secure your spot and take the first step toward professional audiobook narration!
Class Overview
Duration: 60 minutes
Price: $49 (early-bird: $39 for first 10 sign-ups or returning students)
Format: Live, interactive online session via Zoom with real-time feedback
Target Audience: Beginners interested in audiobook narration, aspiring voice actors, or authors looking to self-produce audiobooks
Objective: Provide a practical introduction to audiobook narration and production, focusing on key skills, ACX standards, and actionable next steps, with personalized feedback to enhance learning.
Class Outline
0:00–5:00 | Welcome and Introduction (5 min)
Objective: Set expectations and build excitement for audiobook narration.
Content:
Brief instructor introduction (highlight expertise in audiobook narration/production).
Overview of the audiobook industry: growth, opportunities, and demand (e.g., Audible’s rise, ACX platform).
What to expect: Learn core narration techniques, understand ACX standards, and receive live feedback.
Activity: Quick poll (via Zoom chat): “Have you narrated before, or is this your first step?” to gauge audience experience.
5:00–20:00 | Narration Basics: Finding Your Voice (15 min)
Objective: Teach foundational narration skills tailored to audiobooks.
Content:
Key elements of audiobook narration: pacing, tone, character differentiation, and emotional delivery.
Differences between audiobook narration and general voiceover (e.g., stamina for long-form reading, consistency across chapters).
Common beginner mistakes: monotone delivery, overacting, or ignoring pacing.
Demo: Instructor reads a short audiobook excerpt (1–2 min) to model pacing and tone.
Activity: Participants read a 30-second provided script excerpt (fiction or nonfiction, sent pre-class) in breakout rooms or mute/unmute. Instructor provides quick group feedback on pacing/tone.
20:00–35:00 | Home Studio Basics and ACX Standards (15 min)
Objective: Introduce affordable home studio setups and ACX technical requirements.
Content:
Minimum equipment: USB microphone (e.g., Audio-Technica ATR2100x, ~$99), pop filter, and quiet space.
Free software options: Audacity for recording/editing.
ACX audio standards: consistent volume (-18 to -23 dB RMS), no background noise, proper file formatting (192 kbps MP3).
Tips for a DIY recording space: blankets, closets, or foam panels to reduce echo.
Demo: Show a sample audio clip (clean vs. noisy) to illustrate ACX compliance.
Activity: Participants share one challenge they face with their current setup (e.g., background noise, no mic) via chat. Instructor offers quick solutions.
35:00–50:00 | Live Feedback and Practice (15 min)
Objective: Provide personalized coaching to reinforce skills and build confidence.
Content:
Select 3–4 participants (time permitting) to read a 30-second script aloud (same or new excerpt).
Instructor provides targeted feedback on pacing, tone, or clarity, referencing audiobook-specific goals (e.g., “Try slowing down for emotional beats”).
Group discussion: Common feedback themes and how to practice post-class.
Activity: Live reading and feedback session. Remaining participants follow along, noting one tip they’ll apply.
50:00–60:00 | Next Steps and Q&A (10 min)
Objective: Equip participants with actionable steps and resources to continue their journey.
Content:
Practice tips: Record daily, listen to bestselling audiobooks, join narration communities (e.g., ACX forums, Reddit’s r/audiobooks).
Pathways to audiobook narration: Auditioning on ACX, building a demo reel, or narrating for royalty-share projects.
Upsell: Promote your “Fix-My-Read Workout” or “Home-Studio to ACX-Ready” classes for deeper skill-building ($49–$59).
Handout (emailed post-class): Checklist for ACX submission, recommended mics, and free resources.
Activity: Open Q&A. Address participant questions (e.g., “How do I choose my first audiobook project?” or “What’s the best mic under $100?”).
Maximum students = 12
Kickstart your audiobook narration journey with our 60-minute live workshop for only $49 ($39 early-bird), featuring personalized feedback and expert tips on narration and ACX-ready production! Unlike self-paced courses, this interactive class offers real-time coaching to help you master pacing, tone, and home studio setup—perfect for beginners aiming to narrate for Audible. Sign up now to secure your spot and take the first step toward professional audiobook narration!
Class Overview
Duration: 60 minutes
Price: $49 (early-bird: $39 for first 10 sign-ups or returning students)
Format: Live, interactive online session via Zoom with real-time feedback
Target Audience: Beginners interested in audiobook narration, aspiring voice actors, or authors looking to self-produce audiobooks
Objective: Provide a practical introduction to audiobook narration and production, focusing on key skills, ACX standards, and actionable next steps, with personalized feedback to enhance learning.
Class Outline
0:00–5:00 | Welcome and Introduction (5 min)
Objective: Set expectations and build excitement for audiobook narration.
Content:
Brief instructor introduction (highlight expertise in audiobook narration/production).
Overview of the audiobook industry: growth, opportunities, and demand (e.g., Audible’s rise, ACX platform).
What to expect: Learn core narration techniques, understand ACX standards, and receive live feedback.
Activity: Quick poll (via Zoom chat): “Have you narrated before, or is this your first step?” to gauge audience experience.
5:00–20:00 | Narration Basics: Finding Your Voice (15 min)
Objective: Teach foundational narration skills tailored to audiobooks.
Content:
Key elements of audiobook narration: pacing, tone, character differentiation, and emotional delivery.
Differences between audiobook narration and general voiceover (e.g., stamina for long-form reading, consistency across chapters).
Common beginner mistakes: monotone delivery, overacting, or ignoring pacing.
Demo: Instructor reads a short audiobook excerpt (1–2 min) to model pacing and tone.
Activity: Participants read a 30-second provided script excerpt (fiction or nonfiction, sent pre-class) in breakout rooms or mute/unmute. Instructor provides quick group feedback on pacing/tone.
20:00–35:00 | Home Studio Basics and ACX Standards (15 min)
Objective: Introduce affordable home studio setups and ACX technical requirements.
Content:
Minimum equipment: USB microphone (e.g., Audio-Technica ATR2100x, ~$99), pop filter, and quiet space.
Free software options: Audacity for recording/editing.
ACX audio standards: consistent volume (-18 to -23 dB RMS), no background noise, proper file formatting (192 kbps MP3).
Tips for a DIY recording space: blankets, closets, or foam panels to reduce echo.
Demo: Show a sample audio clip (clean vs. noisy) to illustrate ACX compliance.
Activity: Participants share one challenge they face with their current setup (e.g., background noise, no mic) via chat. Instructor offers quick solutions.
35:00–50:00 | Live Feedback and Practice (15 min)
Objective: Provide personalized coaching to reinforce skills and build confidence.
Content:
Select 3–4 participants (time permitting) to read a 30-second script aloud (same or new excerpt).
Instructor provides targeted feedback on pacing, tone, or clarity, referencing audiobook-specific goals (e.g., “Try slowing down for emotional beats”).
Group discussion: Common feedback themes and how to practice post-class.
Activity: Live reading and feedback session. Remaining participants follow along, noting one tip they’ll apply.
50:00–60:00 | Next Steps and Q&A (10 min)
Objective: Equip participants with actionable steps and resources to continue their journey.
Content:
Practice tips: Record daily, listen to bestselling audiobooks, join narration communities (e.g., ACX forums, Reddit’s r/audiobooks).
Pathways to audiobook narration: Auditioning on ACX, building a demo reel, or narrating for royalty-share projects.
Upsell: Promote your “Fix-My-Read Workout” or “Home-Studio to ACX-Ready” classes for deeper skill-building ($49–$59).
Handout (emailed post-class): Checklist for ACX submission, recommended mics, and free resources.
Activity: Open Q&A. Address participant questions (e.g., “How do I choose my first audiobook project?” or “What’s the best mic under $100?”).
Maximum students = 12