Marc Graue's 50 Tips For Becoming A Successful Animation Voice Actor

​Learn Professional Cartoon Voice Acting, Character Voice Creation, Animation Auditions, Voice Over Coaching, Demo Production, and Career Tips from Legendary Voice Over Coach Marc Graue

Want to become a successful animation voice actor? In Marc Graue’s guide to animation voice acting success, you’ll discover proven techniques for creating memorable cartoon characters, developing unique character voices, mastering animation auditions, and building a professional voice over career. As a veteran voice actor, world-class voice over coach, and legendary demo producer, Marc Graue shares practical tips on character development, vocal performance, voice acting technique, animation demos, and breaking into the competitive world of cartoon, video game, and animated series voice acting. Perfect for aspiring and professional voice actors looking to elevate their animation voice over skills and book more work.

Marc Graue’s 50 Tips for Becoming an Animation Voice Over Actor

Build a Strong Acting Foundation Create Original Cartoon Characters Master Animation Voice Over Auditions Develop Versatile Character Voices Build an Animation Demo That Gets You Noticed Learn to Take Direction Like a Professional Market Yourself to Animation Studios Build a Long-Term Career in Animation Voice Acting

​Learn acting before focusing on funny voices.
Study classic cartoons and modern animated performances. Create characters with emotional depth, not just vocal tricks.
Practice reading scripts with strong energy and timing.
Record yourself often and listen objectively.
Learn how to switch characters quickly. B
uild believable personalities for every role. S
tudy improvisation to increase creativity. L
earn comedic timing and pacing.
Understand how exaggeration works in animation.
Avoid pushing your voice unnaturally.
Protect your vocal health at all times.
Warm up before every session.
Stay hydrated during long recordings.
Practice reactions, laughs, cries, screams, and effort sounds.
Learn how to take direction instantly.
​Be flexible and willing to experiment.
Develop a strong work ethic and professionalism.
Practice creating characters from visual artwork alone.
Learn accents only if you can perform them consistently.
Study human behavior and emotions carefully.
Make every character sound emotionally truthful.
Learn to act physically while recording.
Avoid using the same character voice repeatedly. 
Build a professional home studio. Learn microphone technique and audio basics. Keep recordings clean and free of noise. Learn proper audition formatting and file delivery.
Create a strong animation demo reel. Keep your demo short, fast, and entertaining.
Put your best character first on your demo.
Update demos regularly as your skills improve. 
Train with respected acting and voice over coaches.
Study animated films, anime, and television series critically.
Learn lip-sync timing and dubbing basics.
Develop strong storytelling instincts.
Practice ensemble scenes with other actors.
Learn how animation sessions are directed.
Network professionally with casting directors and studios.
ttend workshops, conventions, and industry events. Build a professional website showcasing your demos. Stay active on social media professionally. 
Create original characters regularly.
Learn how to market yourself effectively.
Accept rejection as part of the business.
Continue learning throughout your career. 
Stay passionate and curious about animation.
Focus on consistency, not instant success.
Be memorable without forcing performances.
​Remember that the best animation actors make audiences believe the character is real.