Voice acting is an integral part of the entertainment industry, appearing in unexpected places like audiobooks, nature documentaries, and beyond. For those in the animation and video game industries, it offers a dynamic and diverse career path filled with a variety of roles. No one exemplifies this more than the incomparable Jennifer Hale (known for her work in X-Men 97, Mass Effect, and countless other projects). She even holds the Guinness World Record as the “Most prolific videogame female voice actor.”
Despite this remarkable achievement, Hale’s focus remains on supporting the next generation of voice actors. To help those navigating their VO careers, she’s created a special platform called SkillsHub, which has been designed to guide aspiring talent through the process of realizing their voice acting dreams.
In this special interview with Jennifer Hale, I sit down with her to explore what SkillsHub brings to the table. We discuss how the platform connects users with industry veterans who are ready to assist those in need, the various “Paths” one should consider when pursuing VO work, her “hot take” on demo reels, and the importance of finding a true community among like-minded individuals.
Plus, if you’re interested in trying it out, SkillsHub offers a 7-day free trial, and using the code “JHALE” will get you 20% off your first three months!
It was a pleasure speaking with you, Jennifer Hale, and I truly appreciate you taking time out of your undoubtedly busy schedule to chat with me. For anyone else looking to start their voice acting journey, take it from Jennifer—it’s all about taking one step at a time, and you never know where fate will lead you. But having some guidance along the way certainly doesn’t hurt!
