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From Radio to Gaming - Gina Scarpa’s Journey in Voice Acting
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Join Frank in this engaging episode of Geek Freaks as he chats with Gina Scarpa, an accomplished voice-over artist known for her work in Genshin Impact, The Walking Dead: Last Mile, and Invincible Universe. Gina shares her unique path from starting in radio to becoming a successful voice actor, her experiences in the industry, and the creation of Positive Voices Studio. Discover her insights on voice acting, networking, and mentoring the next generation of voice talents.
- 00:00:07 - Welcome and Introduction
- 00:00:30 - Gina’s Transition from Radio to Voice Acting
- 00:01:28 - Voiceover Work During the Pandemic
- 00:02:49 - Lessons Learned from Radio
- 00:04:00 - Gender Dynamics in Radio and Voice Acting
- 00:06:24 - Competitiveness in the Voice Acting Industry
- 00:07:40 - Importance of Networking in Voice Acting
- 00:08:50 - Differentiating Voices for Various Brands
- 00:10:38 - Creating Distinct Character Voices
- 00:11:32 - Favorite Roles in Gaming and Beyond
- 00:12:37 - The Voice Acting Community’s Supportiveness
- 00:14:02 - Emotional Preparation for Roles
- 00:16:31 - Founding Positive Voices Studio
- 00:19:10 - Work-Life Balance in a Multifaceted Career
- 00:22:00 - Empowering Teens Through Voice Acting
- 00:25:12 - Upcoming Projects and Exciting Announcements
- 00:33:09 - Gina’s Podcast: DSP Talk
- 00:34:00 - Conclusion and Call to Action
- Gina's career transition highlights the versatility and adaptability needed in the entertainment industry.
- The significance of building strong relationships and networking in the voice acting field.
- Gina's dedication to mentoring and nurturing young voice talents through Positive Voices Studio.
- Embracing one’s unique voice and experiences can lead to success in voice acting.
- The supportive nature of the voice acting community is a refreshing contrast to other entertainment fields.
- "Voice over has been an incredible journey, filled with passion and creativity."
- "If Starbucks was a person, this is how she would sound."
- "Voiceover has made me look at myself and embrace who I truly am."
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