Thursday, September 24, 2009
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Y4iT Day 3
1:10-2:15 PM
It’s really a very good day today here at the UP Film Institute. The previous speaker was so good. Everyone was amazed of his voice acting. The speaker also made a lot of radio and TV commercials wherein he is the dubbing.
He’s working in Creative Media Corporation. He’s Pocholo Gonzales.
There was a volunteer from Lyceum who tried out voice acting and I must say—Ang galling niya!
Speaker from the University of the Philippines Manila
The next speaker was from the National Telehealth Center. The speaker said that the program they were using were not created by computer programmers, rather by doctors themselves.
I can’t believe what he is saying. Doctors in UP Manila are using the current telecommunications method we have today. They are using the internet to check upon a patient in Batanes, instead of the patient going to spend almost 30,000 pesos for an air plane ticket just to go here in Manila.
According to the speaker, their coverage areas here in the Philippines are the faraway areas like Batanes, Aurora and Capiz, where there are few doctors in their area.
Currently, they use broadband internet access, MMS, SMS (packetization), Internet-single-side band gateways and open source GSM networks.
One of the fields that I really like is Artificial Intelligence. I must say, wow, these doctors are ahead in terms of technology. They use AI to detect patterns.
In summary, IT in health will grow in leaps and bounds globally. Digitization of health data will create a demand for a new breed of IT developers (who are also familiar with the health domain). E-health and telemedicine are what our undeserved countrymen direly need. à WOW
I quote the speaker “You will find your destiny at the intersection of your greatest talent and the world’s greatest need.”
We can send suggestions to Alvin.marcelo@telehealth.ph
Y4iT Day 3
1:10-2:15 PM
It’s really a very good day today here at the UP Film Institute. The previous speaker was so good. Everyone was amazed of his voice acting. The speaker also made a lot of radio and TV commercials wherein he is the dubbing.
He’s working in Creative Media Corporation. He’s Pocholo Gonzales.
There was a volunteer from Lyceum who tried out voice acting and I must say—Ang galling niya!
Speaker from the University of the Philippines Manila
The next speaker was from the National Telehealth Center. The speaker said that the program they were using were not created by computer programmers, rather by doctors themselves.
I can’t believe what he is saying. Doctors in UP Manila are using the current telecommunications method we have today. They are using the internet to check upon a patient in Batanes, instead of the patient going to spend almost 30,000 pesos for an air plane ticket just to go here in Manila.
According to the speaker, their coverage areas here in the Philippines are the faraway areas like Batanes, Aurora and Capiz, where there are few doctors in their area.
Currently, they use broadband internet access, MMS, SMS (packetization), Internet-single-side band gateways and open source GSM networks.
One of the fields that I really like is Artificial Intelligence. I must say, wow, these doctors are ahead in terms of technology. They use AI to detect patterns.
In summary, IT in health will grow in leaps and bounds globally. Digitization of health data will create a demand for a new breed of IT developers (who are also familiar with the health domain). E-health and telemedicine are what our undeserved countrymen direly need. à WOW
I quote the speaker “You will find your destiny at the intersection of your greatest talent and the world’s greatest need.”
We can send suggestions to Alvin.marcelo@telehealth.ph
Pinoys at the International Youth Parliament in Sydney
Pinoys at the International Youth Parliament in Sydney
Pinoys at the International Youth Parliament in Sydney August 4, 2004 PCC-NSW Eight youth leaders represented the Philippines in the International Youth Parliament held in the first week of July 2004 at St Joseph High School, Hunters Hill, NSW. The International Parliament was organised and partly funded by Oxfam Community Aid Abroad. The delegates mainly discussed what they are doing in their respective countries to solve or ease and control common international social problems such as poverty, discrimination, internal war, HIV/ AIDS, lack of resources, foreign exploitation, etc. Directors of the Philippine Community Council of NSW (PCC-NSW) met with the delegates in a dinner held at the Village Restaurant in Parramatta on 9 July. The eight youth leaders from non-government and community organisations in various areas of the Philippines had actively represented their country very well as reflected in the conference program. They participated in plenary discussions, demonstrated ethnic cultures through artefact displays and musical presentations and submitted case studies, findings and project proposals. Missing Filipino food at the weeklong Parliament, the youth leaders said, “It was the first real Filipino dinner for the week and also the only community reception given”. PCC-NSW President Kate Andres delivered a short message of welcome and congratulated the youth delegates for their active participation in the conference. Kate said “We hope that you continue with your work and commitment to uplift the life of our suffering countrymen and to push forward your agenda for social changes that will make our motherland a better place to live and work. The best hope for our country’s aspirations to succeed lies in you.” The delegates present at the dinner were: Samuel Cabrera of Isabela representing the Center for Educational Social and Applied Research and the Philippine Rural Reconstruction Movement, Manila ; John Palavar of Candahug (Leyte) Liberation Jaycees; Wilaine Pis-ao of Cordillera Peoples AllianceYouth Center, Baguio City; Jose Lozano of Kutang-Bato INSIGHTS, Koronadal City; Girly Bagus of Bahay Tuluyan- Program for Street Children, Manila; Patrick Asinero of Mindanao State University - CSO Ecological Ministry, Bukidnon; Patrick Ty, VIA-Gay Rights Advocates and Pocholo Gonzales of the Voice of the Youth, Manila, who was the head of the Philippine delegation. by: R Amores, PCC-NSW PR Officer http://www.emanila.com/news/index.php?
Pinoys at the International Youth Parliament in Sydney
Pinoys at the International Youth Parliament in Sydney
Pinoys at the International Youth Parliament in Sydney August 4, 2004 PCC-NSW Eight youth leaders represented the Philippines in the International Youth Parliament held in the first week of July 2004 at St Joseph High School, Hunters Hill, NSW. The International Parliament was organised and partly funded by Oxfam Community Aid Abroad. The delegates mainly discussed what they are doing in their respective countries to solve or ease and control common international social problems such as poverty, discrimination, internal war, HIV/ AIDS, lack of resources, foreign exploitation, etc. Directors of the Philippine Community Council of NSW (PCC-NSW) met with the delegates in a dinner held at the Village Restaurant in Parramatta on 9 July. The eight youth leaders from non-government and community organisations in various areas of the Philippines had actively represented their country very well as reflected in the conference program. They participated in plenary discussions, demonstrated ethnic cultures through artefact displays and musical presentations and submitted case studies, findings and project proposals. Missing Filipino food at the weeklong Parliament, the youth leaders said, “It was the first real Filipino dinner for the week and also the only community reception given”. PCC-NSW President Kate Andres delivered a short message of welcome and congratulated the youth delegates for their active participation in the conference. Kate said “We hope that you continue with your work and commitment to uplift the life of our suffering countrymen and to push forward your agenda for social changes that will make our motherland a better place to live and work. The best hope for our country’s aspirations to succeed lies in you.” The delegates present at the dinner were: Samuel Cabrera of Isabela representing the Center for Educational Social and Applied Research and the Philippine Rural Reconstruction Movement, Manila ; John Palavar of Candahug (Leyte) Liberation Jaycees; Wilaine Pis-ao of Cordillera Peoples AllianceYouth Center, Baguio City; Jose Lozano of Kutang-Bato INSIGHTS, Koronadal City; Girly Bagus of Bahay Tuluyan- Program for Street Children, Manila; Patrick Asinero of Mindanao State University - CSO Ecological Ministry, Bukidnon; Patrick Ty, VIA-Gay Rights Advocates and Pocholo Gonzales of the Voice of the Youth, Manila, who was the head of the Philippine delegation. by: R Amores, PCC-NSW PR Officer http://www.emanila.com/news/index.php?
Creative Voices: The Hope of Voice Acting
Creative Voices: The Hope of Voice Acting
Filipinos are well known for their talents in singing, dancing, acting, etc. This just proves that we are inclined to arts and are artists by nature. Being artists, we always have the urge to be the best and popular in the field we have chosen. When it comes to having powerful vocal chords, we have been popular in the field of voice acting since the sarzuela and radio drama era. Many actors have been popular in different musicals. Radio Dramas such as Gabi ng Lagim and Tiya Dely were big hits many years ago. We cannot deny that Filipino voice artists really are something. However, voice acting in the
Creativoices Productions is a company that serves as a host that protects the rights of voice talents while ensuring not only the needed quality but to as much as possible exceed the client’s expectations on voice services. In line with this, the company is popular in the world of voice acting and has earned clients ranging from politics to advertising industries. Though there are a number of voice providers in the country, Creativoices is the only one that focuses on the welfare of voice artists. The company proves that voice acting is not a dying industry but in fact just as popular as the celebrities on screen today. The quality of the services that the company provides is just as high as the quality of voice acting abroad. This is the reason why Creativoices is considered as the number one provider of pre-qualified and professional voice artists in the
Let us first define what voice acting is. Voice acting is an art. And like all other art forms it has tools and techniques which must be mastered in order for you to succeed in the level of success you want to deserve. It’s about finding the kid in you. It requires dedication and passion for doing Voice-over jobs, and lots of patience to master the skills. It means that not anyone can do voice acting for it’s a job that should be taken seriously. It also requires skills in oral-interpretation that not everyone possesses. This art form echoes everywhere. You can hear voice-overs when you are in the mall, train stations, restaurants, in radio, in television etc. Thus, this proves that it is an essential part of the industry.
Voice Actors or Voice Artists play a very important role in sales, marketing, and delivery of information. It is the voice actor’s job to play a role that has been written into the script. To effectively play the role and thus sell the message, the performer must, among other things, be able to quickly determine who the intended audience is, what the key elements of the message are, and how to best communicate the message using nothing more than the spoken word.
Voice artists give life to commercials, radio or television, Tagalized Animés and imported dramas such as Naruto and Fated to Love You. This is very evident in the leading TV networks and radio stations. Animés, Asian and Mexican series are still dubbed and aired today. In fact, Asian TV series are always shown on primetime. Viewers patronize the Tagalog versions of these shows for they can understand it much better than watching it on pirated DVD with English subtitles. It just shows that voice talents are playing important roles in the field of entertainment and media industry. In order to be a good voice artist, one should be versatile and knowledgeable in what he or she is doing. Voice acting requires skills in interpretation thus needing the said characteristics.
In spite of these evidences, many people do not consider that Voice Talents are essential parts of the entertainment and media industry. Some also think that Voice Acting is not a prestigious job. Others look down on these artists for they think that voice talents can be found everywhere. Many do not believe that this kind of work is fun and enjoyable.
These opinions are very obvious in the way people deal with voice talents nowadays. Let us consider their pay as an example. From P300-P500, now they are only paid P80 per script causing them to find an extra job to support their everyday needs. Most of the voice talents do not share the limelight other celebrities has in radio and television. Viewers, as much as possible, will not miss a single episode of their favorite Asian series but do not bother to know whose voices are behind the characters.
These opinions and stereotypes regarding the world of voice acting are untrue. There are evidences and testimonials that can prove that these are just some of the misconceptions of those who do not have much knowledge in voice acting. Let us first discuss the belief that Voice Acting is not a prestigious job.
In
Macky McRae, a product of Creativoices workshops called Voiceworx takes pride and prestige in being a voice talent. To her it’s something unique and different, something that she can be proud of because not all people can do what they do. For artists like Macky, dubbing is a form of self-expression where she experiences fun that cannot be compared to anything.
Voice actors can be found everywhere. Voice acting is not a hard job at all. This opinion is unacceptable. Some people may think that all you have to do to be a voice actor is show up in auditions and voila! A new career for you! Let us not forget that voce-acting is an art. Therefore there is a lot of work and skill involved in this field. According to a professional voice actor you have to make sure you have a good background in acting and a good voice with very clear diction. "You have to be able to transfer [everything] through voice - you can’t use body language or anything else that works on camera”. An aspiring voice artist should have a talent or at least a good background in oral interpretation. Unlike actors on screen, voice talents do not have anyway to transfer emotions but their voice. Therefore the notion that these artists can be found everywhere is wrong.
Some others also think that voice acting is boring. In fact, just as a professional voice actor said, it is finding the kid in you. And what is more fun than being a kid again? Kathlyn Rose Tolentino, remembers the fun of her first dubbing experience. She said, “Nakikita ko na yung ginagawa nya. Mahilig din kasi ako sa anime kaya nung tinanong ako ng tatay ko kung gusto kong ma-try mag-dub, I said yes right away. Ang saya niya kasi makikita at maririnig mo na sa iyo yung boses nung anime character”. This girl divides her time in going to school in the morning and her dubbing activities at noon. No matter how hectic her schedule is, she doesn’t mind because of the rewarding experience she gets in voice acting. Jill Fernandez, a product of Voiceworx also considers dubbing as a fun experience. The people in the voice acting industry are also really friendly and easygoing; everybody respects everybody else. It is different from the film or TV acting business, which has a lot of politics.
For those who take this prestigious form of art for granted, they might want to have a second thought. The belief that voice acting is not an essential part of media and entertainment industry is a falsehood. Try to imagine yourself in world without voice-overs, dubbers and DJs. That would actually be a gloomy planet. Voice talents give life to different many commercials and radio stations. It is also much better to watch dubbed imported series than taking much effort in reading subtitles on the lower part of your television screens. Some may say that celebrity actors and actresses can do what a regular voice talent can do. One cannot generalize but on screen acting and voice acting are two different fields of arts.
Since voice acting is taken for granted by many people today, I would like to enumerate and put emphasis in my claims regarding this matter. These are some of the things we forgot to consider when taking a look at this field of art.
1. Voice-Acting is a serious job
Though we cannot deny that voice acting is fun job it doesn’t mean that it is an easy job. In order to be a great voice talent you have to undergo extensive voice training. Unless of course you are one of those few blessed people with in-born talent in voice acting. Most aspirants have to attend workshops to achieve their dream of being a voice talent. According to Debbie Cope, founder and managing director of Cope Management, you need to be educated, passionate, and determined to succeed in this field. If this is something you really want to do, know that it’s going to take a few years, maybe several years. It is also not so much about the voice quality, but about the read and the interpretation of copy, which again makes it important that a talent be versatile and knowledgeable about their craft.
Creativoices has an eight week long seminar workshop called Voiceworx that trains people who aspire to be good voice talents. Being the number one provider of voice actors, this workshop produces quality talents that are now working as professionals. Jo Carol Fernandez, Heinie Hartendorp and Pia Serrapio, now distinguished dubbers, are just some of the quality products of Voiceworx.
2. Voice Talents should be well compensated
Voice talents should get higher pay than what they are getting nowadays. Since voice actors are not as in demand as other jobs such as Computer programmers or nursing most of them are underpaid. In my opinion, P80 per script is not the rightful amount that a talent should get. Most of these artists are contract workers and they only get paid whenever a project comes in. While they are taxed just like any other member of the labor force, they don’t have access to the usual benefits. There is no real certainty to a job. Although, voice acting is a rewarding experience for them, a number of these talents get another job to support their everyday needs. One of the reasons why voice talents are not well compensated is because TV networks prefer to spend more on promoting telenovelas than exceeding on effort on the quality of voice acting.
With all the contributions voice talents in the industry, I think that they deserve to get higher pay than P80. Now, that a lot of people are aware of voiceover and the money that can be potentially made the competition is tougher than ever. You should be great in your craft in order to be in the voice acting market. It’s competitive and there’s a lot of rejection, you have to be able to get along with people. According to an international voice actor, Voice talents in the Philppines can earn decent money if they diversify.
3. Voice Talents should be recognized
Voice acting is not a dying industry; in fact just like celebrities flaunting their beauty in the screen, these talented people whose voices echo through the TV, radio and every other medium, should also have their share of the limelight for they are also stars on their own right. This statement is entirely true. Just because voice talents are not seen on screen it doesn’t mean that they themselves aren’t stars. They are the ones giving a Filipino taste in our favorite animes and Asian series. Still, instead of voice talents having their own limelight celebrity actors are the ones being shared by the benefits of voice acting. This is very evident in especially in
Voiceover is a wonderful business and anytime something is this good, you’re going to find that people in general are going to want to share in the benefits. Of course, we can’t stop the celebrities or anyone from wanting to be part of the voiceover business. In this form of art you are telling stories, painting pictures with your voice, making words come alive and no one cares what you look like or how old you are. Any creative person would want to be a part of this. Since VA is as creative as other artists say, voice actors should be recognized the same way as we do to the on screen actors. Celebrities might bring with them publicity opportunities and a pre-conceived personality for the audience. Still that doesn’t mean they are really improving the quality of an animated voice track.
4. Voice Acting is not a dying industry
Major studios like Disney, Marvel, Warner Brothers and Hanna Barbera have offices in the
5. Voice acting is an essential part of the entertainment and media industry
The number of foreign shows that are turned into Tagalog broadcasting and Anime’s that swept the screens of today is a proof that Voice Acting is then and still an imperative part of entertainment. Therefore voice artists are also big players in the industry. This statement is true. Without voice talents most of the things in the entertainment and media industry will not work.
Everything you hear in radio stations are all products of the voice talents. The words echoing in our ears are extracts of the creative juices of these artists. Without them radio stations will be a dying industry.
In the world of television, we can all agree that the Filipino dubbed versions of imported dramas and Japanese animes are still popular. The use of the Filipino language boosted the popularity of Mexican telenovelas and Japanese anime since about 80 percent of local programs are now done in the national language. Reciprocally, the telenovelas and cartoons have also elevated the Filipino language to a commanding level of popular acceptance. Every leading television network has at least three imported telenovelas and animes. These are just evidences that voice talents have great contributions in the industry.
Aside from these TV series, voice talents are also a necessity in the advertising industry. Commercials, most especially in radio stations, benefit from the talents and skills of these exceptional artists. If you are going to observe and study closely, this form of art is everywhere and is indeed a need in our everyday lives.
Voice Acting is now also becoming a part of the political world. Thus, making it making it obvious that aside from entertainment VA is also essential to other fields.
Conclusion
Voice acting is an art. Not everyone can do this. And for those who are blessed to possess this kind of talent they will bear them the prestige and pride that is not common to everyone.
The world of voice acting may still be not that popular in our country, but we must admit that it is a growing industry. Though many voice talents are not yet recognized, time will come that these artists will have their own spotlight.
Creativoices Productions is the only one in the country that has a very evident bright outlook in this field of art. The company also protects the rights and welfare of its talents. Its workshops produce high quality artists making the Voice acting industry prestigious in many ways.
The hope that Voice Acting won’t be taken for granted by anyone anymore is at reach because of the mission and vision that the company has.
Creative Voices: The Hope of Voice Acting
Creative Voices: The Hope of Voice Acting
Filipinos are well known for their talents in singing, dancing, acting, etc. This just proves that we are inclined to arts and are artists by nature. Being artists, we always have the urge to be the best and popular in the field we have chosen. When it comes to having powerful vocal chords, we have been popular in the field of voice acting since the sarzuela and radio drama era. Many actors have been popular in different musicals. Radio Dramas such as Gabi ng Lagim and Tiya Dely were big hits many years ago. We cannot deny that Filipino voice artists really are something. However, voice acting in the
Creativoices Productions is a company that serves as a host that protects the rights of voice talents while ensuring not only the needed quality but to as much as possible exceed the client’s expectations on voice services. In line with this, the company is popular in the world of voice acting and has earned clients ranging from politics to advertising industries. Though there are a number of voice providers in the country, Creativoices is the only one that focuses on the welfare of voice artists. The company proves that voice acting is not a dying industry but in fact just as popular as the celebrities on screen today. The quality of the services that the company provides is just as high as the quality of voice acting abroad. This is the reason why Creativoices is considered as the number one provider of pre-qualified and professional voice artists in the
Let us first define what voice acting is. Voice acting is an art. And like all other art forms it has tools and techniques which must be mastered in order for you to succeed in the level of success you want to deserve. It’s about finding the kid in you. It requires dedication and passion for doing Voice-over jobs, and lots of patience to master the skills. It means that not anyone can do voice acting for it’s a job that should be taken seriously. It also requires skills in oral-interpretation that not everyone possesses. This art form echoes everywhere. You can hear voice-overs when you are in the mall, train stations, restaurants, in radio, in television etc. Thus, this proves that it is an essential part of the industry.
Voice Actors or Voice Artists play a very important role in sales, marketing, and delivery of information. It is the voice actor’s job to play a role that has been written into the script. To effectively play the role and thus sell the message, the performer must, among other things, be able to quickly determine who the intended audience is, what the key elements of the message are, and how to best communicate the message using nothing more than the spoken word.
Voice artists give life to commercials, radio or television, Tagalized Animés and imported dramas such as Naruto and Fated to Love You. This is very evident in the leading TV networks and radio stations. Animés, Asian and Mexican series are still dubbed and aired today. In fact, Asian TV series are always shown on primetime. Viewers patronize the Tagalog versions of these shows for they can understand it much better than watching it on pirated DVD with English subtitles. It just shows that voice talents are playing important roles in the field of entertainment and media industry. In order to be a good voice artist, one should be versatile and knowledgeable in what he or she is doing. Voice acting requires skills in interpretation thus needing the said characteristics.
In spite of these evidences, many people do not consider that Voice Talents are essential parts of the entertainment and media industry. Some also think that Voice Acting is not a prestigious job. Others look down on these artists for they think that voice talents can be found everywhere. Many do not believe that this kind of work is fun and enjoyable.
These opinions are very obvious in the way people deal with voice talents nowadays. Let us consider their pay as an example. From P300-P500, now they are only paid P80 per script causing them to find an extra job to support their everyday needs. Most of the voice talents do not share the limelight other celebrities has in radio and television. Viewers, as much as possible, will not miss a single episode of their favorite Asian series but do not bother to know whose voices are behind the characters.
These opinions and stereotypes regarding the world of voice acting are untrue. There are evidences and testimonials that can prove that these are just some of the misconceptions of those who do not have much knowledge in voice acting. Let us first discuss the belief that Voice Acting is not a prestigious job.
In
Macky McRae, a product of Creativoices workshops called Voiceworx takes pride and prestige in being a voice talent. To her it’s something unique and different, something that she can be proud of because not all people can do what they do. For artists like Macky, dubbing is a form of self-expression where she experiences fun that cannot be compared to anything.
Voice actors can be found everywhere. Voice acting is not a hard job at all. This opinion is unacceptable. Some people may think that all you have to do to be a voice actor is show up in auditions and voila! A new career for you! Let us not forget that voce-acting is an art. Therefore there is a lot of work and skill involved in this field. According to a professional voice actor you have to make sure you have a good background in acting and a good voice with very clear diction. "You have to be able to transfer [everything] through voice - you can’t use body language or anything else that works on camera”. An aspiring voice artist should have a talent or at least a good background in oral interpretation. Unlike actors on screen, voice talents do not have anyway to transfer emotions but their voice. Therefore the notion that these artists can be found everywhere is wrong.
Some others also think that voice acting is boring. In fact, just as a professional voice actor said, it is finding the kid in you. And what is more fun than being a kid again? Kathlyn Rose Tolentino, remembers the fun of her first dubbing experience. She said, “Nakikita ko na yung ginagawa nya. Mahilig din kasi ako sa anime kaya nung tinanong ako ng tatay ko kung gusto kong ma-try mag-dub, I said yes right away. Ang saya niya kasi makikita at maririnig mo na sa iyo yung boses nung anime character”. This girl divides her time in going to school in the morning and her dubbing activities at noon. No matter how hectic her schedule is, she doesn’t mind because of the rewarding experience she gets in voice acting. Jill Fernandez, a product of Voiceworx also considers dubbing as a fun experience. The people in the voice acting industry are also really friendly and easygoing; everybody respects everybody else. It is different from the film or TV acting business, which has a lot of politics.
For those who take this prestigious form of art for granted, they might want to have a second thought. The belief that voice acting is not an essential part of media and entertainment industry is a falsehood. Try to imagine yourself in world without voice-overs, dubbers and DJs. That would actually be a gloomy planet. Voice talents give life to different many commercials and radio stations. It is also much better to watch dubbed imported series than taking much effort in reading subtitles on the lower part of your television screens. Some may say that celebrity actors and actresses can do what a regular voice talent can do. One cannot generalize but on screen acting and voice acting are two different fields of arts.
Since voice acting is taken for granted by many people today, I would like to enumerate and put emphasis in my claims regarding this matter. These are some of the things we forgot to consider when taking a look at this field of art.
1. Voice-Acting is a serious job
Though we cannot deny that voice acting is fun job it doesn’t mean that it is an easy job. In order to be a great voice talent you have to undergo extensive voice training. Unless of course you are one of those few blessed people with in-born talent in voice acting. Most aspirants have to attend workshops to achieve their dream of being a voice talent. According to Debbie Cope, founder and managing director of Cope Management, you need to be educated, passionate, and determined to succeed in this field. If this is something you really want to do, know that it’s going to take a few years, maybe several years. It is also not so much about the voice quality, but about the read and the interpretation of copy, which again makes it important that a talent be versatile and knowledgeable about their craft.
Creativoices has an eight week long seminar workshop called Voiceworx that trains people who aspire to be good voice talents. Being the number one provider of voice actors, this workshop produces quality talents that are now working as professionals. Jo Carol Fernandez, Heinie Hartendorp and Pia Serrapio, now distinguished dubbers, are just some of the quality products of Voiceworx.
2. Voice Talents should be well compensated
Voice talents should get higher pay than what they are getting nowadays. Since voice actors are not as in demand as other jobs such as Computer programmers or nursing most of them are underpaid. In my opinion, P80 per script is not the rightful amount that a talent should get. Most of these artists are contract workers and they only get paid whenever a project comes in. While they are taxed just like any other member of the labor force, they don’t have access to the usual benefits. There is no real certainty to a job. Although, voice acting is a rewarding experience for them, a number of these talents get another job to support their everyday needs. One of the reasons why voice talents are not well compensated is because TV networks prefer to spend more on promoting telenovelas than exceeding on effort on the quality of voice acting.
With all the contributions voice talents in the industry, I think that they deserve to get higher pay than P80. Now, that a lot of people are aware of voiceover and the money that can be potentially made the competition is tougher than ever. You should be great in your craft in order to be in the voice acting market. It’s competitive and there’s a lot of rejection, you have to be able to get along with people. According to an international voice actor, Voice talents in the Philppines can earn decent money if they diversify.
3. Voice Talents should be recognized
Voice acting is not a dying industry; in fact just like celebrities flaunting their beauty in the screen, these talented people whose voices echo through the TV, radio and every other medium, should also have their share of the limelight for they are also stars on their own right. This statement is entirely true. Just because voice talents are not seen on screen it doesn’t mean that they themselves aren’t stars. They are the ones giving a Filipino taste in our favorite animes and Asian series. Still, instead of voice talents having their own limelight celebrity actors are the ones being shared by the benefits of voice acting. This is very evident in especially in
Voiceover is a wonderful business and anytime something is this good, you’re going to find that people in general are going to want to share in the benefits. Of course, we can’t stop the celebrities or anyone from wanting to be part of the voiceover business. In this form of art you are telling stories, painting pictures with your voice, making words come alive and no one cares what you look like or how old you are. Any creative person would want to be a part of this. Since VA is as creative as other artists say, voice actors should be recognized the same way as we do to the on screen actors. Celebrities might bring with them publicity opportunities and a pre-conceived personality for the audience. Still that doesn’t mean they are really improving the quality of an animated voice track.
4. Voice Acting is not a dying industry
Major studios like Disney, Marvel, Warner Brothers and Hanna Barbera have offices in the
5. Voice acting is an essential part of the entertainment and media industry
The number of foreign shows that are turned into Tagalog broadcasting and Anime’s that swept the screens of today is a proof that Voice Acting is then and still an imperative part of entertainment. Therefore voice artists are also big players in the industry. This statement is true. Without voice talents most of the things in the entertainment and media industry will not work.
Everything you hear in radio stations are all products of the voice talents. The words echoing in our ears are extracts of the creative juices of these artists. Without them radio stations will be a dying industry.
In the world of television, we can all agree that the Filipino dubbed versions of imported dramas and Japanese animes are still popular. The use of the Filipino language boosted the popularity of Mexican telenovelas and Japanese anime since about 80 percent of local programs are now done in the national language. Reciprocally, the telenovelas and cartoons have also elevated the Filipino language to a commanding level of popular acceptance. Every leading television network has at least three imported telenovelas and animes. These are just evidences that voice talents have great contributions in the industry.
Aside from these TV series, voice talents are also a necessity in the advertising industry. Commercials, most especially in radio stations, benefit from the talents and skills of these exceptional artists. If you are going to observe and study closely, this form of art is everywhere and is indeed a need in our everyday lives.
Voice Acting is now also becoming a part of the political world. Thus, making it making it obvious that aside from entertainment VA is also essential to other fields.
Conclusion
Voice acting is an art. Not everyone can do this. And for those who are blessed to possess this kind of talent they will bear them the prestige and pride that is not common to everyone.
The world of voice acting may still be not that popular in our country, but we must admit that it is a growing industry. Though many voice talents are not yet recognized, time will come that these artists will have their own spotlight.
Creativoices Productions is the only one in the country that has a very evident bright outlook in this field of art. The company also protects the rights and welfare of its talents. Its workshops produce high quality artists making the Voice acting industry prestigious in many ways.
The hope that Voice Acting won’t be taken for granted by anyone anymore is at reach because of the mission and vision that the company has.
The Voice Master
The Voice Master “Believe in yourself and you can do everything.” This is the motto that guided Pocholo Gonzales in every step of his life, a simple sentence that put him where he is right now. Indeed, he was able to do everything and anything in the world of voice acting. Pocholo Gonzales, known as The Voice Master is the CEO of the number one voice artist provider of the Philippines Creativoices. This man ensures the strengthening and bright future of the voice acting industry. Born with a vision in this form of art, he uses his experiences to fortify and produce the highest quality of voice talents in the Philippines. At an early age he was already sure of what he wanted to be in life, to be known as the “hope of the voice industry.” He wanted to leave the imprints of his voice in this form of art. Though he knows that many people do not succeed in the voice acting industry, it didn’t make him falter in achieving his dreams. He auditioned for a slot in a radio show called RadyoRadyo anchored by Joey Galvez and May Catherine Vall. At the age of seventeen he was able to out stand 2000 others who auditioned by being chosen as the new radio talent of DZMM. With the lack of financial advantage, Pocholo’s only asset in achieving his dreams is his voice. Before, the technology at hand was not that advance but still he was able to utilize every resource he have. This of course was challenging considering the hard competition in the industry. But since voice acting is his first love, the CEO braved the odds and turned his talent into a more serious business. Having the inborn skills and talents, he started a company that is dedicated on voice acting. But even before his company started he was already a well-known voice artist in the industry. They started their company in the year 2005 with its first name Univoicesal Productions inspired by the international company Universal Studios. Since it was short-lived, they changed its name to Creativoices Productions. Being a newborn in the industry, they started as a small company doing their recordings at home until they had their own studio. Now, Creativoices has 200 voice talents in the record. With a mission on the voice acting industry at hand, he equipped himself with a proper education taking up Bachelor Degree in Speech Communications and Masters Degree in Broadcast Communication at the University of the Philippines, Diliman. He polished his skills by attending Voice Acting Lessons in Hollywood, mastering the art of voice acting in its various forms such as radio drama, dubbing, and voice-over for commercial. Having the adequate knowledge and skills in this field, he branded himself as The Voice Master that will take this art form into the limelight. Now, Creativoices is progressing in a high speed having the highest quality of voice acting in the country. The CEO doesn’t stop in studying, researching and discovering new trends for the advancement and improvement of this prestigious art form. He also provides workshops so as to hone new talents who will continue to advocate his mission in the coming generations. He shares his talents to other people, especially to the youth and to those who share with him the same passion for voice acting which gives life even to the simplest conversation. Today, he is a well-known voice artist of the country. He has been the voices that gave life to prominent animé characters and famous commercials. He is always featured in some magazines, newspapers, TV shows, etc. Recently, his voice was featured in the 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival official entry – Dayo. He plays a very vital role in keeping the voice acting industry alive and progressing; with this, there is really no doubt that he is the reigning master in the world of voice acting. Pocholo as a Student Parents always pressure their kids to study well in school. That is why some students strive hard to get high grades. Grades are the most important thing in our academic world. Yes, grades determine a child’s knowledge on a particular field or subject but grades do not determine a person’s whole being. Grades are just determinants of how well a person did in their subject. It dictates one’s ranking in a classroom. According to Pocholo Gonzales, grades do not really matter in the real world. Grades just help in motivating students to do well in school. What’s important is how smart you can get when you encountered difficulties. The true lessons that can be applied when one graduated is not taught inside the classroom, it is taught as you go along with life. Addition does not help us double our courage to face the problems in life, acceleration does not speed up our life, and chemistry does not really help people be bonded. Pocholo showed little interest in any of his subjects back then; but he excelled in a lot of extra curricular activities. His interest focused mainly on voice acting. It is his first love. It was during his childhood years that he discovered his talent. Since then, he had nurtured and enhanced his abilities. Knowing the abilities that he has, he never failed to share it to others. He was often invited and requested in a lot of speaking engagements. During college, even though there were lots of other students in his course, BA Speech Communication, he was the favorite because he has the ability to speak in front of the audience without boring them. He has a certain appeal to the audience when he speaks. Having enrolled in a speech major, he outstand his fellow course mates during his time. They may all have the abilities to speak well but none were as good as Pocholo when it comes to voice acting. Everyone may be good speakers, but he is the only one in their batch who knows how to voice act. Passion and talent helped bring him on top of everyone. He is undeniably a unique talent among the others. He may be involved in a lot of extra curricular activities but he was able to balance it with his academic. He sustained his good grades throughout college. He knows how to balnce his priorities. He was even chosen as the most outstanding youth and student leader by the Office of the Student Assistant. It just proves that he still knows how to handle his responsibilities. Pocholo can be as talented as he wants it to be, but his passion does not only go for his voice but also to the youth. He was involved in many youth-oriented programs today, and plans to continue it. He believes that he can help the youth change by setting an example. He was a volunteer member of the U.P. Ugnayan ng Pahinungod, founder of the Speech Communication Society and a member of the U.P. Peer Counselors Society in U.P. Diliman and a lot of other organizations that are inclined to the welfare of the youth. If one will observe, almost all his achievements, works, affiliations, and recognitions were rooted from being a youth advocate. He truly has already soared high. After a lot of hard work, he was now the head of a company that helps promote voice acting to the whole country, Creativoices that is. His company does not only help aspiring voice talents find their paths but also help develop the art of voice acting in the country. Voice acting is a craft that is usually taken for granted by a lot of people. Usually, a lot of people are attracted to visuals and colors. What a lot of people do not know, voice-overs, D.J. mixing, dubs, sound effects and etc. give more life to our televisions, radios and other forms of broadcast media. It gives color to plain dull graphics. The art of voice acting gives reality to the said occasions. Pocholo as a Citizen of the World Pocholo Gonzales is now making history in the world of voice acting. A lot were already hiring him to voice act for their commercials, shows and other projects that requires voice acting. His name is almost already connected to the word voice acting. Often, he is the number one choice to guest a show whenever voice acting and pod casting were the featured topic. He had proven so much to everyone that he was already titled as “The Voice Master” and the “Father of Pod Casting.” Pocholo Gonzales is a witty and a naturally funny man. He has the ability to break the ice in every boring crowd. He steps on the stage with a heightened energy and thus pass this energy to his audience. He makes sure that he knows who his audience are. He very well knows what can make them react. He believes that the commonality in the field of experience creates connection easier. Once he speaks, everyone listens. Pocholo comes to an event equipped with knowledge and humor. He’s not afraid to deliver jokes. Pocholo’s attitude when he speaks perfectly stands for the quotation, ‘learning while enjoying’ or ‘enjoy as you learn’. He knows what he is talking about and he can relay every vital information in a manner that never bores his audience. This man can hold his audience’s attention from the start until the end of the lecture. He brings with him the spontaneity and conversational tone that makes a heavy lecture a light one. No dead air, no dragging moments. When Pocholo does lectures, he speaks to each one and not to everyone as a whole. He does not mass communicate but instead communicates to the masses individually. He inculcates his message to each and everyone in a way that would make a mark. He sure makes a ‘recall’ in the minds of his audience. Pocholo’s skill in voice acting makes him a very effective speaker, no wonder he had been invited to speak in a long list of lectures concerning voice acting, computer literacy, and youth. Pocholo’s natural skill in public speaking ventures not only the local speaking engagements but also the international ones. He had also been invited to participate in a number of lectures outside the country. Way before, during his college days, Pocholo was a regular in every event at the University of the Philippines- Diliman. Back then he was popular for having the natural ability to host events without boring the crowd. Back then, as he says, he spents much more time for extracurricular activities than for his academics but the good thing is that never failed badly. He maintained his grades high while still enjoying his social life. He hosted concerts of budding bands. He hosted and gave life to different contests in their campus. He was also often invited to attend talks. However, Pocholo’s very first lecture attended as a speaker, as a guest speaker actually, was ‘Voice Acting on Radio Production Seminar/Workshop’ at Colegio de San Juan de Letran. He had been such a wonderful speaker that day, so knowledgeable and so enthusiastic. No wonder after that talk, the long list of lecture that he had and will be attending started. He had been invited to participate on lectures regarding job opportunities, employment, and business since he had put up his company Creativoices all by himself. He was chosen as the speaker of lectures like CAREER AVENUE SEMINAR-WORKSHOP which was held in Calapan just recently. He had also sponsored GO NEGOSYO: BABAE, YAMAN KA NG BAYAN!, a forum which focused on teaching and empowering aspiring women to start their own business to make a better living. He was also one of the exhibitors in OFW JOB MATCHING EXPO which was produced by TESDA last February, 2009. He was also an exhibitor in E-SEVICES GLOBAL SOURCING CONFERENCES AND EXHIBITION, held at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia on February 10, 2009. Pocholo was also the celebrity panelist in the 3rd YECS Entrepreneurship Training, TeenNegosyo 2008 EDITION 3, an event that educated young minds on businesses that they can get into at their age. The event was organized by DepEd, DTI and PCE at the Teacher’s Camp in Baguio City last July 2008. The organizers have chosen the perfect panelist since Pocholo Gonzales has always been an advocate in pursuing a good future for the youth. He was also the organizer and host of Career Avenue 2005 Conference and Expo held last April 2005. There is still a long list of events and programs that he had attended so as to share his knowledge on how it is to be a good entrepreneur to other people. With what he has achieved as a businessman or entrepreneur, he sure is one great inspiration to those who are just starting. Pocholo has not only been gifted with a critical mind for business but also a mind that is fond of exploring new technologies that he can utilize for his advantage. He is also known to be a man that is so knowledgeable on information technology. He had actually been invited as the speaker in iBLOG 2: 2ND Philippine Blogging Summit held at the University of the Philippines- Diliman. He also participated in “Putting Your Business Online” seminar last May, 2006. He had been part of many other events on information technology and until now he is using whatever new technology is available in the internet to further improve his business. Pocholo also takes part in lectures and events concerning youth. Since then and up until this day, he has been a very serious advocate for youth. He believes that they should be nurtured and taught the right and essential things that they will be needing in the future. He facilitated and spoke for the 1st Sangguniang Kabataan City Congress “A Unified and Strengthened SK Official toward Building an Empowered Team of Youth Leaders” held at the Courtyard in Boracay, Aklan last April, 2005. He also participated in the Youth Leadership Development Seminar/Workshop last March, 2005. Pocholo also organized and spoke at the YOUTH POWER 2005 Conference and EXPO held at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. He was also the facilitator and the guest speaker in the Sangguniang Kabataan Bulacan Congress with the theme “Building Stronger Youth of Bulacan Through Values and Skills Development”. Pocholo was also a one of the organizers of 1st Philippine Youth Consultative Meeting on the World Summit on the Information Society, an event that has the theme of “Realizing the Potential of Youth to Create Digital Opportunities”
The Voice Master
The Voice Master “Believe in yourself and you can do everything.” This is the motto that guided Pocholo Gonzales in every step of his life, a simple sentence that put him where he is right now. Indeed, he was able to do everything and anything in the world of voice acting. Pocholo Gonzales, known as The Voice Master is the CEO of the number one voice artist provider of the Philippines Creativoices. This man ensures the strengthening and bright future of the voice acting industry. Born with a vision in this form of art, he uses his experiences to fortify and produce the highest quality of voice talents in the Philippines. At an early age he was already sure of what he wanted to be in life, to be known as the “hope of the voice industry.” He wanted to leave the imprints of his voice in this form of art. Though he knows that many people do not succeed in the voice acting industry, it didn’t make him falter in achieving his dreams. He auditioned for a slot in a radio show called RadyoRadyo anchored by Joey Galvez and May Catherine Vall. At the age of seventeen he was able to out stand 2000 others who auditioned by being chosen as the new radio talent of DZMM. With the lack of financial advantage, Pocholo’s only asset in achieving his dreams is his voice. Before, the technology at hand was not that advance but still he was able to utilize every resource he have. This of course was challenging considering the hard competition in the industry. But since voice acting is his first love, the CEO braved the odds and turned his talent into a more serious business. Having the inborn skills and talents, he started a company that is dedicated on voice acting. But even before his company started he was already a well-known voice artist in the industry. They started their company in the year 2005 with its first name Univoicesal Productions inspired by the international company Universal Studios. Since it was short-lived, they changed its name to Creativoices Productions. Being a newborn in the industry, they started as a small company doing their recordings at home until they had their own studio. Now, Creativoices has 200 voice talents in the record. With a mission on the voice acting industry at hand, he equipped himself with a proper education taking up Bachelor Degree in Speech Communications and Masters Degree in Broadcast Communication at the University of the Philippines, Diliman. He polished his skills by attending Voice Acting Lessons in Hollywood, mastering the art of voice acting in its various forms such as radio drama, dubbing, and voice-over for commercial. Having the adequate knowledge and skills in this field, he branded himself as The Voice Master that will take this art form into the limelight. Now, Creativoices is progressing in a high speed having the highest quality of voice acting in the country. The CEO doesn’t stop in studying, researching and discovering new trends for the advancement and improvement of this prestigious art form. He also provides workshops so as to hone new talents who will continue to advocate his mission in the coming generations. He shares his talents to other people, especially to the youth and to those who share with him the same passion for voice acting which gives life even to the simplest conversation. Today, he is a well-known voice artist of the country. He has been the voices that gave life to prominent animé characters and famous commercials. He is always featured in some magazines, newspapers, TV shows, etc. Recently, his voice was featured in the 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival official entry – Dayo. He plays a very vital role in keeping the voice acting industry alive and progressing; with this, there is really no doubt that he is the reigning master in the world of voice acting. Pocholo as a Student Parents always pressure their kids to study well in school. That is why some students strive hard to get high grades. Grades are the most important thing in our academic world. Yes, grades determine a child’s knowledge on a particular field or subject but grades do not determine a person’s whole being. Grades are just determinants of how well a person did in their subject. It dictates one’s ranking in a classroom. According to Pocholo Gonzales, grades do not really matter in the real world. Grades just help in motivating students to do well in school. What’s important is how smart you can get when you encountered difficulties. The true lessons that can be applied when one graduated is not taught inside the classroom, it is taught as you go along with life. Addition does not help us double our courage to face the problems in life, acceleration does not speed up our life, and chemistry does not really help people be bonded. Pocholo showed little interest in any of his subjects back then; but he excelled in a lot of extra curricular activities. His interest focused mainly on voice acting. It is his first love. It was during his childhood years that he discovered his talent. Since then, he had nurtured and enhanced his abilities. Knowing the abilities that he has, he never failed to share it to others. He was often invited and requested in a lot of speaking engagements. During college, even though there were lots of other students in his course, BA Speech Communication, he was the favorite because he has the ability to speak in front of the audience without boring them. He has a certain appeal to the audience when he speaks. Having enrolled in a speech major, he outstand his fellow course mates during his time. They may all have the abilities to speak well but none were as good as Pocholo when it comes to voice acting. Everyone may be good speakers, but he is the only one in their batch who knows how to voice act. Passion and talent helped bring him on top of everyone. He is undeniably a unique talent among the others. He may be involved in a lot of extra curricular activities but he was able to balance it with his academic. He sustained his good grades throughout college. He knows how to balnce his priorities. He was even chosen as the most outstanding youth and student leader by the Office of the Student Assistant. It just proves that he still knows how to handle his responsibilities. Pocholo can be as talented as he wants it to be, but his passion does not only go for his voice but also to the youth. He was involved in many youth-oriented programs today, and plans to continue it. He believes that he can help the youth change by setting an example. He was a volunteer member of the U.P. Ugnayan ng Pahinungod, founder of the Speech Communication Society and a member of the U.P. Peer Counselors Society in U.P. Diliman and a lot of other organizations that are inclined to the welfare of the youth. If one will observe, almost all his achievements, works, affiliations, and recognitions were rooted from being a youth advocate. He truly has already soared high. After a lot of hard work, he was now the head of a company that helps promote voice acting to the whole country, Creativoices that is. His company does not only help aspiring voice talents find their paths but also help develop the art of voice acting in the country. Voice acting is a craft that is usually taken for granted by a lot of people. Usually, a lot of people are attracted to visuals and colors. What a lot of people do not know, voice-overs, D.J. mixing, dubs, sound effects and etc. give more life to our televisions, radios and other forms of broadcast media. It gives color to plain dull graphics. The art of voice acting gives reality to the said occasions. Pocholo as a Citizen of the World Pocholo Gonzales is now making history in the world of voice acting. A lot were already hiring him to voice act for their commercials, shows and other projects that requires voice acting. His name is almost already connected to the word voice acting. Often, he is the number one choice to guest a show whenever voice acting and pod casting were the featured topic. He had proven so much to everyone that he was already titled as “The Voice Master” and the “Father of Pod Casting.” Pocholo Gonzales is a witty and a naturally funny man. He has the ability to break the ice in every boring crowd. He steps on the stage with a heightened energy and thus pass this energy to his audience. He makes sure that he knows who his audience are. He very well knows what can make them react. He believes that the commonality in the field of experience creates connection easier. Once he speaks, everyone listens. Pocholo comes to an event equipped with knowledge and humor. He’s not afraid to deliver jokes. Pocholo’s attitude when he speaks perfectly stands for the quotation, ‘learning while enjoying’ or ‘enjoy as you learn’. He knows what he is talking about and he can relay every vital information in a manner that never bores his audience. This man can hold his audience’s attention from the start until the end of the lecture. He brings with him the spontaneity and conversational tone that makes a heavy lecture a light one. No dead air, no dragging moments. When Pocholo does lectures, he speaks to each one and not to everyone as a whole. He does not mass communicate but instead communicates to the masses individually. He inculcates his message to each and everyone in a way that would make a mark. He sure makes a ‘recall’ in the minds of his audience. Pocholo’s skill in voice acting makes him a very effective speaker, no wonder he had been invited to speak in a long list of lectures concerning voice acting, computer literacy, and youth. Pocholo’s natural skill in public speaking ventures not only the local speaking engagements but also the international ones. He had also been invited to participate in a number of lectures outside the country. Way before, during his college days, Pocholo was a regular in every event at the University of the Philippines- Diliman. Back then he was popular for having the natural ability to host events without boring the crowd. Back then, as he says, he spents much more time for extracurricular activities than for his academics but the good thing is that never failed badly. He maintained his grades high while still enjoying his social life. He hosted concerts of budding bands. He hosted and gave life to different contests in their campus. He was also often invited to attend talks. However, Pocholo’s very first lecture attended as a speaker, as a guest speaker actually, was ‘Voice Acting on Radio Production Seminar/Workshop’ at Colegio de San Juan de Letran. He had been such a wonderful speaker that day, so knowledgeable and so enthusiastic. No wonder after that talk, the long list of lecture that he had and will be attending started. He had been invited to participate on lectures regarding job opportunities, employment, and business since he had put up his company Creativoices all by himself. He was chosen as the speaker of lectures like CAREER AVENUE SEMINAR-WORKSHOP which was held in Calapan just recently. He had also sponsored GO NEGOSYO: BABAE, YAMAN KA NG BAYAN!, a forum which focused on teaching and empowering aspiring women to start their own business to make a better living. He was also one of the exhibitors in OFW JOB MATCHING EXPO which was produced by TESDA last February, 2009. He was also an exhibitor in E-SEVICES GLOBAL SOURCING CONFERENCES AND EXHIBITION, held at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia on February 10, 2009. Pocholo was also the celebrity panelist in the 3rd YECS Entrepreneurship Training, TeenNegosyo 2008 EDITION 3, an event that educated young minds on businesses that they can get into at their age. The event was organized by DepEd, DTI and PCE at the Teacher’s Camp in Baguio City last July 2008. The organizers have chosen the perfect panelist since Pocholo Gonzales has always been an advocate in pursuing a good future for the youth. He was also the organizer and host of Career Avenue 2005 Conference and Expo held last April 2005. There is still a long list of events and programs that he had attended so as to share his knowledge on how it is to be a good entrepreneur to other people. With what he has achieved as a businessman or entrepreneur, he sure is one great inspiration to those who are just starting. Pocholo has not only been gifted with a critical mind for business but also a mind that is fond of exploring new technologies that he can utilize for his advantage. He is also known to be a man that is so knowledgeable on information technology. He had actually been invited as the speaker in iBLOG 2: 2ND Philippine Blogging Summit held at the University of the Philippines- Diliman. He also participated in “Putting Your Business Online” seminar last May, 2006. He had been part of many other events on information technology and until now he is using whatever new technology is available in the internet to further improve his business. Pocholo also takes part in lectures and events concerning youth. Since then and up until this day, he has been a very serious advocate for youth. He believes that they should be nurtured and taught the right and essential things that they will be needing in the future. He facilitated and spoke for the 1st Sangguniang Kabataan City Congress “A Unified and Strengthened SK Official toward Building an Empowered Team of Youth Leaders” held at the Courtyard in Boracay, Aklan last April, 2005. He also participated in the Youth Leadership Development Seminar/Workshop last March, 2005. Pocholo also organized and spoke at the YOUTH POWER 2005 Conference and EXPO held at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. He was also the facilitator and the guest speaker in the Sangguniang Kabataan Bulacan Congress with the theme “Building Stronger Youth of Bulacan Through Values and Skills Development”. Pocholo was also a one of the organizers of 1st Philippine Youth Consultative Meeting on the World Summit on the Information Society, an event that has the theme of “Realizing the Potential of Youth to Create Digital Opportunities”
RP youth leader
RP youth leader
wins int'l award
By INQ7.net
WASHINGTON, D.C.--A youth leader from Quezon City, Philippines, Pocholo D. Gonzales, joined 16 other young community leaders from around the world in receiving the 2003 YouthActionNet Award. The award was presented in Washington, D.C. as part of a seven-day
seminar for the recipients held from October 7 to 14.
The winners, ranging in age from 19 to 24, come from diverse backgrounds, but share a similar vision: to promote positive social change in their countries.
The YouthActionNet award will assist Gonzales, 24, in promoting youth participation and children's rights through radio, TV, newspaper, the Internet and mobile telecommunications, according to a press statement.
"Meaningful youth participation is about recognizing and nurturing the strengths, interests, and abilities of young people by providing them with real opportunities to become involved in decisions that affect them at individual and systemic levels. This kind of participation enhances the youth because it offers young people a chance to develop important decision-making and problem-solving skills, develop meaningful relationships, and bolster self-esteem," Gonzales, who is the president of Voice of the Youth Network, said in a press statement.
"I am honored to receive this YouthActionNet award and hope more young people recognize the role they can play in creating positive change."
The awards were presented by YouthActionNet.Org, an interactive website created by and for youth, which works to inspire and promote youth leadership worldwide. Launched in 2001 by the International Youth Foundation (IYF) and Nokia, YouthActionNet celebrates the dynamic role that the youth plays in creating positive changes around the world.
Recipients are awarded 500 dollars each to support their work, receive visibility through electronic and print materials, and become eligible to participate in international meetings sponsored through
YouthActionNet. Final selections were made following a peer review process in which previous youth award winners select the next round of awardees.
IYF first announced the YouthActionNet awards competition in January 2002. To date, applications have been received from more than 1,000 young leaders representing over 60 countries. Recipients are selected on a semi-annual basis, with applications currently being accepted for the next round of awards to be announced in December 2003. To learn more about YouthActionNet.org and for further information on award recipients, visit www.youthactionnet.org.
RP youth leader
RP youth leader
wins int'l award
By INQ7.net
WASHINGTON, D.C.--A youth leader from Quezon City, Philippines, Pocholo D. Gonzales, joined 16 other young community leaders from around the world in receiving the 2003 YouthActionNet Award. The award was presented in Washington, D.C. as part of a seven-day
seminar for the recipients held from October 7 to 14.
The winners, ranging in age from 19 to 24, come from diverse backgrounds, but share a similar vision: to promote positive social change in their countries.
The YouthActionNet award will assist Gonzales, 24, in promoting youth participation and children's rights through radio, TV, newspaper, the Internet and mobile telecommunications, according to a press statement.
"Meaningful youth participation is about recognizing and nurturing the strengths, interests, and abilities of young people by providing them with real opportunities to become involved in decisions that affect them at individual and systemic levels. This kind of participation enhances the youth because it offers young people a chance to develop important decision-making and problem-solving skills, develop meaningful relationships, and bolster self-esteem," Gonzales, who is the president of Voice of the Youth Network, said in a press statement.
"I am honored to receive this YouthActionNet award and hope more young people recognize the role they can play in creating positive change."
The awards were presented by YouthActionNet.Org, an interactive website created by and for youth, which works to inspire and promote youth leadership worldwide. Launched in 2001 by the International Youth Foundation (IYF) and Nokia, YouthActionNet celebrates the dynamic role that the youth plays in creating positive changes around the world.
Recipients are awarded 500 dollars each to support their work, receive visibility through electronic and print materials, and become eligible to participate in international meetings sponsored through
YouthActionNet. Final selections were made following a peer review process in which previous youth award winners select the next round of awardees.
IYF first announced the YouthActionNet awards competition in January 2002. To date, applications have been received from more than 1,000 young leaders representing over 60 countries. Recipients are selected on a semi-annual basis, with applications currently being accepted for the next round of awards to be announced in December 2003. To learn more about YouthActionNet.org and for further information on award recipients, visit www.youthactionnet.org.
Look Who’s Talking!
Look Who’s Talking!
The Unseen Faces Behind the Mic
By MARIA ALINA CO
September 20, 2009, 1:02pm
Without voices, it must be an awfully dull world. Can you imagine Naruto fighting Sasuke without dialogue, or endless static on your favorite radio station?
That would be such a bummer, right?
That’s because voice gives emotion, color, and spark to what we see on the screen. They render clarity to the story unfolding before us. However the voice-over talents in cartoons and radio are often faceless and nameless. They hide in the dark, in a manner of speaking.
That’s why we’re putting the finest voice actors in the limelight this time. And guess what, they’re not only talented and already making waves in the industry, but they’re also very young and personable.
Playing while working
At only 13 yrs. old, Kat-Kat Tolentino has voice-acted and dubbed for over nine TV programs.
She was only eight when she auditioned for the first time. “I used to tag along my Dad in ABS-CBN for his dubbing sessions. It was fun watching the shows on TV, so I told Papa I wanted to try it out.” Her father, Neil Tolentino, is a Dubbing Writer and Director for Hero TV. “My first audition, I cried. My Papa said I wasn’t good enough. I flunked.”
The next year Kat-Kat landed a lead role as Shahaku in the anime Three-Eyed One. “Among all the shows I dubbed, this is my favorite. It was my lucky project since I had more after it. Plus it was very challenging since Shahaku was a little boy.”
Sweet and girly, it’s hard to imagine Kat-Kat as a young magical boy with a third eye. But she does it by being in character. Dreaming of taking Theater Arts or Music someday, Kat-Kat manages to juggle her school and dubbing career. “It’s really fun because it’s just like playing with your friends and making voices. The best part is you get to earn money at the same time. Like me, I’m only 13 but I bought my own cell phone and I get to help out in the family budget.”
Dubbing Contest Champions
For Jill Fernandez and Ed Jaluag, it took talent and a lot of guts to join dubbing contests like Hataw Hanep Hero.
“Imagine dubbing in front of a huge crowd! It was an exhilarating experience,” quipped 18-year old Jill.
Luckily, she bested 600 contestants and bagged the prize: a scholarship in Creativoices where she honed her voice-acting skills.
After graduation, Creativoices Owner and the Voice Master Pocholo Gonzales cast Jill as leads for Bokura Ga Ita and Negima, both anime series that aired on Hero TV. The rest is history. Currently, she is the voice behind Lemon Angels’ Tomo on Hero and Boys Over Flowers’ Ha Jae Gyeong on ABS-CBN. “I enjoy what I’m doing. I like the shows and the bonds I form with my fellow dubbers.”
For Ed, a 24-year old Video Editor, winning the fourth Hataw Hanep Hero saved him from resigning his job. “I was into Theater in high school. At work, I got bored not being able to express myself.”
A toy-collector and a cosplayer, Ed was naturally drawn to dubbing. After finishing the workshop, Ed landed one of the lead roles and a total of 25 minor roles in ABS-CBN’s KimPossible.
A Nice Voice
“People used to always say I had a nice voice, and so I thought I was a natural to get into the voice-acting industry.”
But it was only when Albert, 20, joined the workshop that he realized he still had so much to learn. He is a student DJ in RX 93.1’s Radio1. He is also the President of the Society of Young Voice Artists of the Philippines (SYVAP), an organization that aims to promote voice acting as an art and career. Jill and Ed are among the 200 members of SYVAP.
“I continue to learn in SYVAP and realized there’s much more to voice acting-- from dubbing to DJ-ing, hosting events, reciting poetry, storytelling and radio dramas. A voice actor is anyone who expresses himself creatively through his voice,” Albert says.
Founded by Pocholo Gonzales, SYVAP serves as a venue for aspiring voice artists to hone their craft through volunteerism and teamwork.
“The secret to being a good voice actor is to treat it as an art. Then if you’re good, the money will just come,” Gonzales said.
Living Their Dreams
Voice acting is a tough craft, but a lot of fun, especially when you’re passionate about it.
“When I dub, I forget all about my problems because I’m not myself but rather the character I am dubbing. I can become an anime, a super hero or a beautiful Korean, whatever the role requires,” Jill shared.
For Albert, one just has to believe in himself. “Being a voice actor really boosted my self esteem. I have become self-confident. I just love being heard and I want to share this to others.”
Ed added, “I love dubbing. I can do this every day of my life and will never feel like I’ve worked a day.”
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