Becoming an English Voice Actor in Vietnam: Opportunities, Challenges, and Tips

So, you’re an English-speaking expat living in Vietnam, soaking up the vibrant culture, enjoying phở on the regular, and maybe teaching English or working remotely. But you’ve got this itch to try something new—something creative, flexible, and potentially lucrative, like voice acting. The idea of using your voice to narrate commercials, audiobooks, or even video games sounds exciting, right? Plus, who wouldn’t want to make some extra cash from the comfort of their home? But before you rush out to buy a fancy microphone and set up a home studio, let’s talk about what it’s really like to become an English voice actor in Vietnam. Spoiler alert: it’s not as easy as it sounds, and the market demand might not be what you’re hoping for. Let’s break it down with insights from global forums, industry trends, and a dose of real talk. Why Voice Acting in Vietnam Sounds Like a… Read More

What is the best voice over software in Vietnam?

Voice over software software programs give Vietnamese voice actors maximum control over their output, but which of the many programs on the market qualifies as the voice over equivalent of a Fender Strat? Best free recording program in Vietnam: Audacity When you’re just dipping your big toe into the voice over technology waters, you don’t want to spend much cash. Audacity offers free recording and editing software that lacks the features offered by commercial programs in Vietnam but still gets the job done. Over the last few months, Audacity has released version 2.1 of the program, which includes numerous enhancements like scrubbing and seeking features as well as plugin workflow improvements. CNET gives Audacity four stars (and consumers agree with the editors here). It’s compatible not only with Windows and Mac operating systems but also with Linux. CNET praises its ease of use and the numerous files it supports. Audacity offers the… Read More