When many of us think of subtitled content, we think of foreign language movies or TV series and typically we associate this with content that’s made for an adult audience. However, there are many benefits to children watching TV with subtitles on. That’s according to Sharon Black, a lecturer in interpreting (with Spanish) at the […]
When it comes to subtitling and closed captioning, most people think it’s mainly for foreign language, or for the deaf or hard-of-hearing audience. However, with the rise of social media, we see subtitles used more frequently. In a study from 2006, Ofcom found that 7.5 million people in the UK use closed captions, but only […]
Through the past 18 months, the pandemic has shaken up our work patterns dramatically. Many people are working from home, however there are just some things you can’t do well from your bedroom. Professional recording is probably one of the best examples of this as you never quite know what interruptions you might get. When […]
English language as we know it came to life through a number of different Germanic dialects from both Germany and Denmark. They came to the UK through Anglo-Saxon settlers around 1,500 years ago and now, England is home to over 30 regional dialects. After the Second World War, there was more social and geographical mobility […]
When producing video for audiences where English isn’t their first language, choosing the right method to convey your message can make all the difference to how it’s perceived. For producers it is crucial to understand what dubbing, subtitling and voice over provides to find the most suitable option. A quick look at each definition will […]
“Your voice can change the world.” – Barack Obama Happy World Voice Day from all of us at The Voiceover Gallery! Since its inception in 1999, this Day has grown from a national event in Brazil to a world-wide annual celebration. World Voice Day aims to raise awareness of voice rehabilitation and the prevention of […]
One of the most important choices you will make when opting to create an audio or video advertisement is choosing the literal voice of your brand. This choice is vital, as how your advert will be interpreted by your audience will be determined by your voice over artist and how they effectively represent your brand. […]
The modern video game has evolved to far more than mere children’s toys, with releases now being multimillion-dollar projects that encompass engaging and emotional storytelling with complex characters that have become closer to interactive feature films than just a game. However, a debate has been sparked by an article on The Gamer about the increase […]
Britain’s advertising sector shared in the economic misery of 2020, but could be set to bounce back forcibly in 2021. While some might have raised an eyebrow at a recent report forecasting advertising spend will grow enough to exceed 2019 levels, such optimism appears far from starry-eyed, as it has the backing of a leading […]
When producing films, and in some cases television shows, the production team will sometimes need the actors to enter a voice-over studio to record more audio, even if the actors have already spoken and recorded their dialogue on-set. This is a major part of post-production and happens in films for many different reasons and as […]
