GadgetTrak Laptop Security - HD Version from Ken Westin on Vimeo.

Ken Westin, founder of GadgetTrak, was able to produce this video for a grand total of $250! The stock video footage purchased through iStockphoto.com cost $100 and the voice over purchased at Voices.com cost $150.

According to Scott Olson, a bid for a video of this length would run you around $6,000 (citing the bid Ken was given originally) and could potentially cost much more.

This goes to show that even if you are a talented small business owner with limited resources, you can still project a professional image and represent your brand well.

The power of technology, the human network, and creativity... astounding!

Voiceover Universe founder Zurek is pleased to share a video showcasing his recent work for Sports Illustrated, specifically voice over promoting the NBA. This is his second campaign with Sports Illustrated. The first campaign was for the NFL.

Zurek is heard on Sports Illustrated, BET Networks, HBO PPV Boxing and others.

I received a personal invitation from a client via Voices.com to submit an audition for a public service announcement called "Month of the Military Family." They also had it open for general submissions.

A short while later, I received this message from them:

"Out of 120 replies, your audition was the most fitting for this project. I would love to work with you on this, if you're up for it."

Up for it?! Of course! I love doing this type of work! Being able to voice just about anything is great... but I really enjoy it when I get to lend my voice to something that has a purpose, product or perspective that I truly believe in.

Such was the case here.

My brother returned from a year in Iraq this past July and I understand the importance of families and friends standing behind our loved ones in the armed forces. I'm very proud to be a part of this campaign and I'm thankful for the opportunity which was extended to me through Voices.com.

-- Dave DeAndrea

LendingTree and Mullen have chosen to create a series of spots featuring voice of Adam West from Batman and Family Guy. The caped crusader lends his voice, giving the financial sector some much needed heroism, and public assurance that justice will be done!

Catch the other spots at YouTube.com on Mullen's channel.

September Day Leach gives voice to Nintendo's Animal Crossing City Folk. Take a listen to how September delivers this read. Rated E for Everyone!

Voice over talent Doug Turkel, the UNnouncer, recorded a voice over for Bump Technologies. Little did they all know that Bump, found in the Apple App Store, would be the billionth app downloaded!

Bump™ makes swapping contact information as simple as bumping two phones together. No typing, no searching a list for the right person, no shaking your phone, no modem noises, no mistakes.

Contact information is saved directly into your address book. Perfect for business or personal use. Bump is available for free in the Apple iTunes App Store.

Bob Barnes narrates a series of 9 spots that have been posted as videos on YouTube for Snell Real Estate.

According to Bob, Snell Real Estate is the largest luxury real estate firm in Mexico. These spots, featuring glorious homes and some of the most stunning views in Mexico, will be running on the networks through the summer of 2009 on several golf and tennis broadcasts.

Has anyone else been voicing for realty lately?

Best wishes,

Stephanie

Voice talent Dan Nachtrab narrates this Gold Star Chili commercial.

Are you hungry yet?

Catch the Oscars live on Sunday February 22, 2009.

Don't want to listen to me? Let Frankie Di Vita persuade you!

Enjoy the promo.

Cheers,

Stephanie

The late Mel Blanc starred in this commercial in 1971 for American Express' "Do You Know Me?" campaign. The voice of Warner Brothers characters Bugs Bunny, Porky Pig, Elmer Fudd and more, Blanc parodied himself through this innovative use of his celebrity.

Are you a gamer and fan of Curious George?

Maybe you have kids who play the game.

Regardless of the above, you may remember this trailer for the video game that was distributed at its release in 2006, narrated by voice over talent, Johnny George, rated E for Everyone.

Don LaFontaine parodying himself in a GEICO commercial "In a world" style.

Did you enjoy this commercial? Leave a comment!

Best wishes,

Stephanie