Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

Working in voiceovers

A practical course exploring 'on mic' the skills and techniques required across a range of audio / voiceover situations, from radio commercials to talking books and beyond.

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Key course information

Dates
14/09/11 - 19/10/11

Day(s)
Wed

Duration
6 weeks

Time
15:15 - 17:45

Fees
Full fee: £96
Senior fee: £54

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
DM024*

Availability
This course has finished

No concessionary fees are available as the limit has been reached.

This course has finished

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drama@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2542

Course outline

What is the course about?

Exploring the skills and techniques required across a range of audio situations.

What topics will we cover?

Radio commercials
Audio books
Other voiceover recordings.
What “ type” of voice do I have?
What it’s like to work in voice-overs.
How to get work.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Explain the demands of radio commercials recording.
Explain the demands of audio books recording.
Explain the demands of various voiceover recordings.
Have an awareness of how your voice comes across.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

In order to get the most from the course you will be able to:
• Speak English fluently and clearly.
• To read a script accurately.
• Give and receive constructive feedback.
• Take notes.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Practical experience. We will record and play back your work.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

None.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. There will be one-to-one or group discussion of your development.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2542

drama@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in advice During term-time: Monday & Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 17.30 - 18.30 Non term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 Wednesday 17.30 - 18.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
13/01/12 to 17/02/12	Fri	18:30 - 20:30	6 weeks	£106	£106	£51	DM060	Full	» Select
22/02/12 to 28/03/12	Wed	15:15 - 17:45	6 weeks	£96	£54	£53	DM025	Full	» Select
30/05/12 to 27/06/12	Wed	15:15 - 17:45	5 weeks	£80	£45	£44	DM026	Contact department	» Select
14/09/11 to 19/10/11	Wed	15:15 - 17:45	6 weeks	£96	£54	N/A	DM024	Finished	» Select
16/09/11 to 21/10/11	Fri	18:30 - 20:30	6 weeks	£106	£106	N/A	DM059	Finished	» Select