question_answer ANECDOTE Mel Blanc's Legacy ios_share
Mel Blanc voiced Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, and hundreds of other Looney Tunes characters.
His iconic voices are instantly recognizable and part of many people's subconscious.
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volunteer_activism ADVICE Character Voice Development ios_share
Observe a character's features to inform voice choices.
Consider their personality, background, and even draw inspiration from real-life people like relatives.
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question_answer ANECDOTE Sissy Jones's Immersive Approach ios_share
Sissy Jones researches her characters deeply, even having nightmares while playing Katya in The Walking Dead.
She emphasizes believing in the character's emotions for authenticity.
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Get the app We hear disembodied voices all the time, in everything from cartoons and anime to commercials and trailers. It seems easy, but it's actually an intricate craft involving a great amount of training. What does it take to create multiple, unique personalities using only a voice? Featuring voice actors Christopher Sabat (Dragonball Z, One Piece) and Cissy Jones (Firewatch, The Walking Dead).
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