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Do you offer demo production?Adventures in Voice Acting does not offer demo production. Coach Dorah Fine does provides demo preparation as part of her VO business and career coaching services.
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Can I submit my demo?Adventures in Voice Acting events and classes are for education and training purposes only. Attending a workshop, class or other event is not guarantee of auditions or employment or work in the entertainment or voiceover industries. We do not accept any submissions regarding employment.
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How can I audition for Bang Zoom!?Bang Zoom! sponsors Adventures in Voice Acting and provides materials, studio space, and more. Adventures in Voice Acting has no connection to employment or casting for Bang Zoom!.
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What is the best way to contact individual members of staff?We kindly ask that any and all communication regarding class instruction or industry work be directed toward AiVA communication channels (Wix chat, email, etc) and not the individual accounts of our staff. Our members of staff are working professionals who use their social media and personal emails for business outside of the school, and we ask that any questions directed at them about AiVA be sent directly to the school.
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How do I cancel a booking?Log into your account Select "my bookings" from the Account Menu Click the booking you wish to cancel Please note, the cancellation window for bookings is up to 72 hours prior to your session start. Send us a chat message on the site if it is past this window. Click here to see our full Cancellation Policy for further detail. Should you have any questions, please contact AiVA staff via our Wix chat function.
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Are there prerequisites for your classes?We offer suggested prerequisites in the descriptions of some of our courses, but these are only suggestions and not requirements. After reading the description, it is up to you to decide if the class is the right fit for you.
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Do you offer youth classes?AiVA does not provide programing for children under the age of 18 years old. We only provide courses for adults aged 18 and up.
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What is the difference between "Intro to Voice Acting" and "Voice Acting for Beginners"Here are the main differences between our "Intro to Voice Acting" and "Voice Acting for Beginners" classes: Intro to Voice Acting - Remote - No ADR/Dubbing section included - 4-hours of instruction Voice Acting for Beginners - In-Studio - ADR/Dubbing section included - 8-hours of instruction
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What is a "Hybrid" class?"Hybrid" classes, by AiVA's definition, are classes available to both remote and local students. Student interested in taking these classes have the option to either take them from home remotely or come into one of our studios in Burbank, CA to participate.
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When will you be offering ______ class again?We're thrilled that students are interested in taking one of our many incredible voice acting classes! Our schedule changes frequently and our staff are working professionals, so we're unable to always predict when a class will be offered again. If you're interested in a class that is not currently being offered, please reach out to our AiVA Staff via our Wix Contact form to let us know!
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Can I audit a class?Unfortunately, AiVA does not offer auditing opportunities for any of our in-studio or remote classes.
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Does AiVA offer payment plans or scholarships to classes?Unfortunately, AiVA does not offer payment plans for any of our in-studio or remote classes. Scholarships to AiVA classes can be won at the various conventions we go to via our Voice Acting Contests we host around the country! Be sure to check AiVA's social media to see if we're heading to a convention near you. Outside of winning prizes at conventions, AiVA does not provide further scholarship opportunities.
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My class was rescheduled or cancelled by AiVA. What now?We're sorry we had to either reschedule or cancel your upcoming class with us. If your class was rescheduled and you are able to make the reschedule date, please let us know and we will secure your spot for that class! If your class was rescheduled and you are unable to make the reschedule date, please let us know and we will refund your original class cost within 2-5 business days. If your class was purchased through one of our Pricing Plans, your session credit will go back to your account to be used on another class. If your class was cancelled, we will refund your original class cost within 2-5 business days. If your class was purchased through one of our Pricing Plans, your session credit will go back to your account to be used on another class. You will be notified by email if your class has to be rescheduled or cancelled. Please don't hesitate to reach out to AiVA staff via our Wix Contact form if you have any questions!
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What are the technical requirements for AiVA's remote ADR/Dubbing workshops?XLR Mic & Audio Interface in recording space (easily accessible to control gain in real time while recording) OR USB Microphone with gain control built in Screens (Ideally 2, or 1 very large screen) in the recording space Keyboard and mouse in the recording space Google Chrome Browser (for connection to Source Connect Now) A computer that can effectively handle multiple applications running at once (Chrome for Classroom/Scripts, Source Connect Now & Zoom) Strong internet connection: (Ethernet wired connection preferred. Ideally minimum 15 mbps upload, 150 mbps download) https://www.speedtest.net/
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Do I need a Source Connect Standard account for AiVA's dubbing classes?No, students log in as a guest to Source Connect Now through a Google Chrome browser.
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What technical requirements are there for non-ADR/Dubbing classes?We require all remote students to have access to a working camera, XLR/USB microphone and headphones when attending a remote AiVA class. We strongly encourage students to take the class in a space in which they are can stand and move if they are physically able to do so, though this is not required.
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Do I need to have a sound treated booth to take remote classes?While it's a good test of your remote recording set up, students can join as long as they meet the technical requirements (listed in previous question). Having a sound treated space is not a requirement.
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When should I join Google Classroom?It's important to join the Google Classroom via that email that is sent to you when you sign up for class. You may have homework or assignments or questions to answer prior to class start. Zoom meeting information is also provided in the Google Classroom.
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Where do I find my scripts and materials for class?Scripts and materials can be found on Google Classroom during, day-of or several days prior to the class starting depending on the class. Be on the lookout for the email with the join link and reminders closer to the scheduled class date.
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Can I save documents provided to me in the Google Classroom?Depending on the material, we will grant access for you to download certain documents (class material, glossaries). Some of our scripts are proprietary and will only be in view mode, meaning you will be unable to download them.
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I can't Join the Google Classroom. Help!Login to your Google Admin Console https://admin.google.com Go to Apps > Addtional Google Services > Settings for Classroom > Class Settings Under "Which Classes can users in your domain join" select "any Google Workspace" and click "save" You should now be able to join the Google Classroom for your Virtual Course.
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Where is the Zoom meeting ID and passcode for my class?You can find the Zoom meeting ID and passcode for class in the Google Classroom. The link to join the Google Classroom is included in confirmation and reminder emails. Peer Workouts will have a Zoom link and no google classroom.
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Can I record the Zoom meeting?Personal recording of any Adventures in Voice Acting training event is strictly prohibited.
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Why can't I join the Zoom meeting on my browser?Students must have a Zoom account in order to log into the class Zoom meetings.
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How do I "Leave Computer Audio" in Zoom?
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