FAQ

When you sign up for either the Big or Baby Kahuna program, you will be sent a welcome email with a syllabus. This includes descriptions of all topics covered as well as a way to keep track of your sessions. You can also see a basic curriculum outline of our Big Kahuna program on our Coaching Programs page.

Our 1-on-1 sessions are 45-60 minutes in length.

Coaching sessions will take place via Zoom. Before each session, your coach will contact you via email about 15-30 min prior to the session with a Zoom link. If it's a script performance session, you will receive a couple of voiceover scripts as well.

We use Square calendar for our coaching appointments. All students are responsible for making their own appointments with a coach. After requesting an appointment, the coach will either confirm the time or suggest changes. Once you receive confirmation, be sure to check any notes your coach has included. They may give you an assignment to help you prepare for your session.

If you can’t find a day/time that works with your schedule, please contact us and we’ll make arrangements. We’re flexible and will work with you as best we can!

UVT Coaching Appointment Calendar: https://universal-voice-talent-coaching-inc.square.site/

We're very flexible! You do not have to schedule your sessions at the same day and time every week. You can cancel and submit a request to reschedule your coaching session. We do appreciate 24 hours notice for cancellations and reschedules!

Absolutely! Please use e-mail and be respectful of business hours. Do not text or send Facebook messages except at your coach’s request. Allow at least 24 hours for a response.

Our courses are customized for each student, and we strongly believe in working with you at your own pace! That being said, you can typically expect:

• The Big Kahuna: 3-6 months

• The Baby Kahuna: 2-4 months

• Kahuna Jr: 1-2 months

Congratulations! It's demo time! At the end of your training program, your coach will let you know it is time to book your demo. If you have a home studio setup, we can record the demo from there. If you don't, we can book you in a recording studio in your area. When you're ready, contact Shaun Brackett via email at shaun@voiceofshaun.com. Provide him with your name, city/state or zip code and availability. He will get your demo booked at a studio in your area. If you have selected a specific coach to direct your demo session, be sure to mention his or her name as well.

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Once your demo session is booked, please schedule your demo prep session a day or two prior to the demo recording session. This works the same way as a dress rehearsal in theater! It's important that you're rehearsed and fresh just a few days before your big day!

We write all original content for your demos. When you're ready to do your demos, we will send you a content form to fill out. Once you've completed the form and submitted it, Mike Blakey, our content writer, will get in touch with you to begin the creative process. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks to complete the demo scripts. Any follow-ups or changes need to go through Mike.

Whether you record from home or at an offsite studio, your coach will direct the session live via zoom, phone patch or whatever the studio is comfortable using. Bring your scripts, dress comfortably and try to arrive a few minutes early. Once the engineer has you all set up, your coach will call in to begin the session.

We want your demo to be perfect! After we receive the files from the recording studio, the production process usually takes 3-4 weeks. Our motto is that quality can’t be rushed! While you’re waiting, check out this “What to Do Checklist” for ways to use the time to further your new voice over career!

It is possible that a student may need more coaching before being ready to record a demo. Quality can’t be rushed and we want your demo to sound fabulous! We won’t waste your money by producing a demo that doesn’t sound professional. If you need a significant number of additional coaching sessions, Terry will talk with you about pricing and the best options for you.

We typically begin working on your website as we get closer to recording your demo(s)! When the time comes, you’ll be sent a Google Form to fill out for our webmaster. This is to get ideas from you on colors, domain names, layout, etc.

Keep in mind that the Big Kahuna program includes website design and creation, but you will still be responsible for purchasing your own domain and hosting plan. We’ll help walk you through this process when the time comes.

Tuition is preferred upfront due to the cost associated with starting your program. If this isn't possible, we’ll gladly discuss a payment plan. Please contact us at terry@uvtcoaching.com so we can work together to find a plan that's right for you.

You've had the basic training, you've got the website, and you're the proud owner of a fabulous demo. Make sure you don't let it sit idly on your computer! Now is the time to market yourself, submit to agencies, and begin auditioning. Now is the time to apply everything you've learned from all of those marketing sessions and launch your new business! Remember that we're your mentors, and we're here to help you through this process as well. Get out there and achieve something incredible!

Absolutely! This is highly recommended. Additional coaching sessions are available and can be purchased individually or bundled for a discount. Contact us at terry@uvtcoaching.com for details.