Fri Jan. 9
MAIN EVENTS
If voice acting is your passion, or even your wildest dream, you’ve landed in the right place. That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo (TVO) is the longest-running voiceover conference in the world, and it’s built for one purpose: to give you the tools, access, and connections that actually move your career forward. At TVO, you’ll find serious networking with decision-makers, real-world auditions that count, state-of-the-art training, and industry presentations that pull back the curtain on how things really work. You’ll also witness unforgettable award moments that celebrate legends and rising stars shaping the future of voice acting. This year, we’re turning up the heat with the Mastery Intensive Series II, an exclusive opportunity for ticket holders to add on semi-private coaching sessions with some of the most accomplished coaches in the business. Space is limited, but the breakthroughs are limitless. The full schedule is coming soon, but if you know TVO, you know this: it will be bold, it will be inspiring, and it will be hot, hot, hot. More than an event, TVO is a career accelerator designed to expand your opportunities, reignite your passion, and give you the edge to book more work. Your TVO ticket covers both days of the main event. The Mastery Intensive Series is available separately, à la carte, for those ready to go deeper.
Mastery Intensive Series
IT’S BACK, BABY! That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo proudly presents the Mastery Intensive Series (MI Series), created for those who refuse to settle for surface-level training. If you’re ready to push past comfort zones and gain hands-on, one-on-one direction in specific VO genres, this is where the real breakthroughs happen. Each session is 2 hours of deep-dive training, capped at just 12 participants. Admission is strictly first-come, first-served, and only available to TVO ticket holders. For an additional $99, you’ll step into an intimate, semi-private environment where you can zero in on your craft and discover what’s been holding you back. And here’s the kicker: Auditors are welcome. Even if you’re not one of the 12 in the hot seat, you’ll learn just as much by watching your peers guided, challenged, and transformed in real time. The MI Series isn’t for the casual observer. It’s for those serious about unlocking growth that spills over into auditions, bookings, and long-term career mastery. Don’t just “attend” TVO. Experience it. Live it. Break through.
Hungry? While technology hasn’t quite figured out how to serve breakfast over the internet (virtual buffets are still in beta), we highly recommend fueling up at home with your own breakfast of champions. Get powered, primed, and ready for a weekend packed with sharp insights, world-class learning, and real-world job opportunities. Bon appétit!
This’ll wake you up in the morning! It’s the opening act for TVO 2026 and it’s a definite showstopper. Prolific dubbing director Fannie Brett and producer Max Rabault are on a mission to help you master the art of dubbing from home, worldwide, and watch your career take off.
Join Steve Pogatch and David Cuetter for a one-of-a-kind touring masterclass specifically tailored to train voice actors in the nuanced art of voice acting, while immersing them in the distinctive brand criteria that define the SiriusXM experience.
Your demo reel is more than a showcase; it’s your ultimate marketing weapon. Yet, in a culture flooded with cookie-cutter demos and high production costs, how do you rise above the noise?
Team SOVAS will be taking a quick 30-minute refuel break so we can keep delivering the awesome experience you’ve come to expect, packed with real-world auditions, job opportunities, and game-changing insights. That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo isn’t just a conference; it’s your launchpad for leveling up your career.
A thrilling, live, audition with everything on the line. The CBS Audition Spotlight, sponsored by the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences (SOVAS), is a prominent event designed to showcase and elevate emerging talent in the voice acting industry. This initiative provides a significant platform for voice actors to audition in front of some of the top casting directors and industry professionals affiliated with CBS, one of America's major television networks. This event is a part of SOVAS's larger efforts to support and develop voice acting talent by offering them high visibility and professional opportunities. Participants in the CBS Audition Spotlight go through rigorous selection processes and are given the chance to demonstrate their skills in a competitive yet supportive environment. Winners or standout performers often gain valuable exposure, leading to potential job opportunities, and significant career advancement. The CBS Audition Spotlight is particularly significant as it aligns with SOVAS's mission to bridge the gap between talented voice actors and leading industry stakeholders, fostering growth and excellence in the voiceover community.
Ania O’Hare, three-time Emmy Award–winning Senior Vice President of Casting & Talent Relations at DreamWorks Animation TV, brings her visionary leadership to SOVAS NXT as the keynote speaker. With a long and distinguished career shaping some of animation’s most iconic voices, Ania offers voice actors a rare opportunity to learn from one of the industry’s most accomplished casting professionals. Her keynote, “The Bright Side of Disruption: A New Vision for Casting Voices,” reveals how to harness change, amplify your authentic voice, and position your career for long-term success in an evolving media landscape.
Voice actors anywhere can find work everywhere! Read more below.
THE REMOTE REVOLUTION: DUBBING FROM HOME
Catch lightning with Fannie Brett and Max Rabault, global dubbing experts and founders of 7 Holdings Media, as they guide you through their latest breakthrough in remote dubbing from home. One-on-one, hands-on guidance with newly developed workflows, using VoiceQ technology.
Sat Jan. 10
MAIN EVENTS
If voice acting is your passion or even your dream, you're in the perfect place! That's Voiceover!™ Career Expo (TVO) is the longest-running voiceover conference on the planet, delivering the most innovative ideas for serious networking, real-world auditions, state-of-the-art training, powerful industry presentations, and inspiring award acknowledgments of the legends and influencers in the voice acting community. This year, TVO introduces the Master Intensive Series, offering ticket holders the option to purchase additional training through extraordinary semi-private coaching sessions with some of the world's most proven coaches. Check out the full TVO schedule below. (Please note that your ticket for That's Voiceover!™ covers all sessions in the on Jan 9th and 10th. The Master Intensive Series is a separate cost, which you can purchase a la carte.)
Mastery Intensive Series
IT’S BACK, BABY! That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo proudly presents the Mastery Intensive Series (MI Series), created for those who refuse to settle for surface-level training. If you’re ready to push past comfort zones and gain hands-on, one-on-one direction in specific VO genres, this is where the real breakthroughs happen. Each session is 2 hours of deep-dive training, capped at just 12 participants. Admission is strictly first-come, first-served, and only available to TVO ticket holders. For an additional $99, you’ll step into an intimate, semi-private environment where you can zero in on your craft and discover what’s been holding you back. And here’s the kicker: Auditors are welcome. Even if you’re not one of the 12 in the hot seat, you’ll learn just as much by watching your peers guided, challenged, and transformed in real time. The MI Series isn’t for the casual observer. It’s for those serious about unlocking growth that spills over into auditions, bookings, and long-term career mastery. Don’t just “attend” TVO. Experience it. Live it. Break through.
Every great audiobook career begins with a love of storytelling, but sustaining that passion in a competitive, ever-evolving industry requires more than talent alone. In this illuminating session, Audible’s creative leaders and accomplished narrators share hard-earned insights on transforming your artistic drive into a thriving profession.
Welcome back, champions! Day 1 was just the appetizer—now it’s time for the main course. Whether you’re sipping your second coffee or savoring a late breakfast, get ready to feast on a buffet of ideas, connections, and next-level opportunities. Let’s keep the momentum sizzling!
Prepare to be blown away. Announcing the 11th Annual Backstage Vanguard Award Honoree: Redd Pepper, legendary voice actor and our first-ever recipient from the United Kingdom. Don’t miss this landmark event and a deep dive into Redd’s extraordinary global career. Plus, actionable insights on how Redd positioned himself for success and how you can too! Learn from the best and be inspired to take your own VO career higher. It's all going down, LIVE FROM THE UK, online at That's Voiceover!™ Career Expo,
SOVAS™ and the Stella Adler Academy of Acting and Theatre are offering 2 very special Actor Training Scholarships, valued at $6,000 dollars, for TWO (2) deserving attendees of That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo 2026
Back by popular demand, the Audio Description Audition Jam returns to That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo, offering an incredible opportunity to secure four paid voiceover roles in TV and Film! This is an interactive training workshop, as well as a real-world casting call for 4 actual jobs! Everyone is eligible to audition and no purchase is necessary.
Team SOVAS will be taking a quick 30-minute refuel break so we can keep delivering the awesome experience you’ve come to expect, packed with real-world auditions, job opportunities, and game-changing insights. That’s Voiceover! Career Expo isn’t just a conference; it’s your launchpad for leveling up your career.
**ORIENTATION STARTS AT 3:00PM** Today's the day it all comes together! Don't miss this exclusive opportunity at That’s Voiceover Career Expo, where leading companies, casting directors, and talent agents, including SiriusXM, Deluxe, Penguin Random House, Deyan Audio, Roundabout, Brazilian Dubbing Society, Zoo Digital, and more, converge. Join us for Speed Dating with your Demo Reel in Spanish, Portuguese, and English (accents welcome), hosted by the remarkable Fabiola Stevenson. All TVO attendees are encouraged to apply. We encourage dubbing demos, but commercial and narration are also great. This exceptional networking event is focused on securing work in the United States. Whether your native language is Spanish or Portuguese, bilingual proficiency in English is required, and accents are welcomed. Don't miss this chance to connect with top brand producers actively seeking talent in the USA. Enter here: https://sovas.org/speed-dating-espanol-portugues/
Celebrating 16 years of That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo, the premier and longest-running voiceover conference in the world. 13 years ago, we launched Speed Dating With Your Demo Reel, revolutionizing networking for VO talent. This unique format allows voice actors to connect one-on-one with top agents, producers, casting directors, and buyers, fostering meaningful relationships that can significantly advance careers. Meet our impressive 2026 lineup of industry gatekeepers ready to engage at this extraordinary event. And keep an eye out—more participants may be announced! This event has been a career game-changer for many in the voiceover industry, and it could be your turn to make a lifelong career connection. This opportunity is exclusive to That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo ticket holders. To join this pivotal networking event, submit your commercial demo via the link below by December 13th. Don’t miss out on your chance to shine! https://sovas.org/speed-dating/
In a daring departure from Hollywood convention, independent filmmaker Brent Dawes and casting director Ned Lott began their animated feature not with a script but with voices. Rather than chasing celebrity names or studio funding, the team built their world from the ground up by discovering extraordinary grassroots voice talent, crafting animation around authentic performances, and creating a teaser that stunned the industry.
Imagine working one-on-one with a three-time Emmy-winning casting director from DreamWorks Animation? Imagine being a fly on the wall to witness the magic unfold before your eyes. Well, stop imagining. It’s back again at That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo.
Cómo llevar tu experiencia previa al universo del audiolibro
En este taller, Jorge Reyes, productor de audiolibros en Penguin Random House Audio, con más de 15 años de experiencia en la industria y cientos de producciones en inglés y español, comparte su visión y método para abordar el audiolibro como una forma narrativa con lenguaje propio.
Una experiencia inmersiva y divertida donde la voz se pone a prueba en un formato de juego y audición en vivo. En Los Juegos del Casting, Isa Junca será la host y comentarista, guiando la experiencia, presentando a los participantes y compartiendo claves esenciales de dirección y estilo. Cada concursante enfrentará retos de casting reales con improvisación, escucha activa y feedback inmediato de jueces invitados: Galo Balcázar, Connie Troncoso, Jorge Badillo y Bombillo Amarillo.
Sun Jan. 11
MAIN EVENTS
If voice acting is your passion or even your dream, you're in the perfect place! That's Voiceover Career Expo (TVO) is the longest-running voiceover conference on the planet, delivering the most innovative ideas for serious networking, real-world auditions, state-of-the-art training, powerful industry presentations, and inspiring award acknowledgments of the legends and influencers in the voice acting community. This year, TVO introduces the Master Intensive Series, offering ticket holders the option to purchase additional training through extraordinary semi-private coaching sessions with some of the world's most proven coaches. Check out the full TVO schedule below. (Please note that your ticket for That's Voiceover covers all sessions on Jan 9th and 10th. The Master Intensive Series is a separate cost, which you can purchase a la carte.)
Mastery Intensive Series
IT’S BACK, BABY! That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo proudly presents the Mastery Intensive Series (MI Series), created for those who refuse to settle for surface-level training. If you’re ready to push past comfort zones and gain hands-on, one-on-one direction in specific VO genres, this is where the real breakthroughs happen. Each session is 2 hours of deep-dive training, capped at just 12 participants. Admission is strictly first-come, first-served, and only available to TVO ticket holders. For an additional $99, you’ll step into an intimate, semi-private environment where you can zero in on your craft and discover what’s been holding you back. And here’s the kicker: Auditors are welcome. Even if you’re not one of the 12 in the hot seat, you’ll learn just as much by watching your peers guided, challenged, and transformed in real time. The MI Series isn’t for the casual observer. It’s for those serious about unlocking growth that spills over into auditions, bookings, and long-term career mastery. Don’t just “attend” TVO. Experience it. Live it. Break through.
Hungry for greatness? Day 3 is serving up something truly special — a gourmet spread of one-on-one Mastery Intensive Sessions with the industry’s finest. No shortcuts, no takeout. Just pure, handcrafted mentorship made to order. So grab your favorite breakfast, bring your best energy, and let’s cook up some mastery!
In this intensive, I’ll help you sharpen your reel and prepare for the audition room. Together, we’ll refine your reads, adjust delivery for maximum impact, and work through scripts that showcase your strengths. You’ll receive direct feedback, reel adjustments, and insider guidance to make sure everything is audition-ready. We’ll finish with an in-depth Q&A covering industry essentials, best practices, and everything you need to feel confident walking into the booth.
Step inside the exciting world of video game casting and discover what it takes to book roles that bring entire worlds to life! In this dynamic session, Code Susie will unpack the secrets of the audition process, explore game genres and structure, and reveal key technical insights from a game developer’s perspective.
Voice over is evolving. So is what it means to stand out. In this thought-provoking intensive, we'll explore how the soft skills behind audio description performance are becoming the new essentials for voice talent across genres.
Step into a rare opportunity to work one-on-one with Dawn Mjoen, one of New York’s most respected casting directors at Sound Lounge Studios, in this high-impact Mastery Intensive designed exclusively for voice actors eager to elevate their commercial audition skills. This immersive class goes far beyond the basics, guiding participants through the full creative and technical process of commercial voiceover work.
DREAMWORKS ANIMATION TECHNIQUE: MASTERING THE ART OF AUDITIONING Step into the spotlight with Ania O’Hare, the actor’s Casting Director! Ania is more than a casting director - she's a maestro who deeply understands what the actor needs to vividly bring a story to life, and she is here to teach it to YOU. Sign up!
**ORIENTATION STARTS AT 3:30PM** Today's the day it all comes together! Don't miss this exclusive opportunity at That’s Voiceover Career Expo, where leading companies, casting directors, and talent agents, including SiriusXM, Deluxe, Penguin Random House, Deyan Audio, Roundabout, Brazilian Dubbing Society, Zoo Digital, and more, converge. Join us for Speed Dating with your Demo Reel in Spanish, Portuguese, and English (accents welcome), hosted by the remarkable Fabiola Stevenson. All TVO attendees are encouraged to apply. We encourage dubbing demos, but commercial and narration are also great. This exceptional networking event is focused on securing work in the United States. Whether your native language is Spanish or Portuguese, bilingual proficiency in English is required, and accents are welcomed. Don't miss this chance to connect with top brand producers actively seeking talent in the USA. Enter here: https://sovas.org/speed-dating-espanol-portugues/
Celebrating 16 years of That’s Voiceover! Career Expo—the premier and longest-running voiceover conference worldwide. Fifteen years ago, we launched Speed Dating With Your Demo Reel, revolutionizing networking for VO talent. This unique format allows voice actors to connect one-on-one with top agents, producers, casting directors, and buyers, fostering meaningful relationships that can significantly advance careers. Meet our impressive 2026 lineup of industry gatekeepers ready to engage at this extraordinary event. And keep an eye out—more participants may be announced! This event has been a career game-changer for many in the voiceover industry, and it could be your turn to make a lifelong career connection. This opportunity is exclusive to That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo ticket holders. To join this pivotal networking event, submit your commercial demo via the link below by December 13th. Don’t miss out on your chance to shine! https://sovas.org/speed-dating/
Your talent gets you noticed. Your pitch gets you signed. Breaking into the next level of your voice acting career often comes down to one thing: representation. But agents and managers are looking for more than just a great voice. They’re looking for a professional who knows how to present themselves with confidence, clarity, and strategy. Whether you’re seeking your first agent/manager or looking to upgrade your current representation, this masterclass gives you the tools and insider strategies you need to stand out.
Promo work is fast, precise, and exhilarating, a world where every second counts and every syllable carries impact. In this dynamic class, you’ll learn to channel that energy with precision and authenticity, guided by the incomparable Jodi Gottlieb, one of the industry’s most accomplished promo producers and directors.
Mastering Speech, Articulation, Accents, Dialects, and VO Technique
Unlock the full potential of your voice with Denise Woods, the vocal coach behind Hollywood's biggest stars. Whether you're a newcomer or a seasoned pro, this is your chance to learn from the best. Secure your spot today!
Calling all voiceover artists! Imagine working one-on-one with a three-time Emmy-winning casting director from DreamWorks Animation. Stop imagining. It’s happening at That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo, back by popular demand. First, the extraordinary team at DreamWorks Animation will select seven voice actors (the DreamWorks 7) from an online audition. Those seven will take the stage live with Ania O’Hare, who will put them through the paces just as she does when casting for major DreamWorks' projects. You have to see it in action to understand the thrill! Using authentic DreamWorks scripts, the actors and the audience gain real-world insight into working at the highest level. Ania will take you by the hand as she shares her unique directorial style. Select "SEE MORE" for details.
Step into the recording booth with Kat Jackson, award-winning audiobook director and former Audible producer, for an extraordinary master class that takes you deep inside the world of professional audiobook narration. Kat will share real-world, actionable insights on building and sustaining a career in narration from soup to nuts. With her years of experience directing some of the industry’s most celebrated voices, she’ll guide you through the craft and business of narration, including performance technique, workflow management, and the keys to lasting success in this ever-expanding field.
As the powerhouse Head of Casting for DreamWorks Animation TV and a three-time Emmy Award winner, Ania brings her trademark energy, insight, and precision to every moment in the booth. Known for her sharp instincts and creative rigor, she doesn’t waste a second getting actors up on their feet, in the moment, and performing at their absolute best, right where bookings happen and lasting careers are born.
THRIVING IN A SHIFTING LANDSCAPE
tep into the future of voiceover with Terri Nicole, a dynamic powerhouse in eLearning narration. In this transformative session, you will uncover what it truly takes to become a top-tier eLearning narrator in an industry evolving alongside AI. While synthetic voices may be here to stay, the demand for authentic, emotionally intelligent human storytellers has never been greater.
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