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Inflection

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The modulation of pitch within speech. Use inflection to add expression and interest, to indicate questions or exclamations, and to define the speaker's attitude.

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ADR (Automated Dialog Replacement)

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Re-recording dialogue in post-production to improve audio quality. Maintain the original performance's emotional tone and timing, and wear headphones to sync your lines with the original sound.

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Projection

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The strength of speaking whereby the voice is thrown outward. Ensure proper vocal projection by using your diaphragm and not straining your throat, which also aids in clarity.

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Vocal Health

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Maintaining the wellbeing of your voice. Avoid straining your voice, stay hydrated, don't smoke, and use proper warm-up techniques before speaking or performing.

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Dubbing

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The process of replacing original dialogue with a new recording. Match the timing and emotional tone of the original performance and practice syncing your speech to the on-screen lip movements.

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Articulation

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The clarity with which you speak. To improve, focus on the enunciation of consonants and vowels, practice tongue twisters, and slow down speech when necessary.

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Emotional Delivery

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Accessing genuine feelings to give life to the script. Connect with the material, recall personal experiences, and be aware of the emotional journey throughout the script.

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Pronunciation

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The way a word is pronounced. Pay attention to the correct pronunciation, especially with unfamiliar or foreign words, and consider the accents or regional variations if they are relevant to the script.

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Pitch Variation

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Changing your pitch to add interest and emotion to your delivery. Vary pitch to reflect the meaning of the text, to highlight important information, and to keep the listener engaged.

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Characterization

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Creating a distinct voice for a character. Study character backstories, practice different voices and accents, and be consistent with the voice throughout the performance.

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Improvisation

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Ad-libbing or going off-script spontaneously. Practice improvisation to develop quick thinking, add personal flair to the performance, and adapt to unexpected changes or mistakes.

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Mic Technique

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Skillful use of the microphone. Keep a consistent distance, be aware of your movements, and use pop filters to avoid plosives and maintain a clean sound.

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Voice Modulation

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Adjusting the pitch, tone, and volume of your voice. Use modulation to make the content more dynamic, to emphasize certain points, and to maintain the listener's interest.

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Script Marking

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Using symbols and notes to annotate a script for performance direction. Mark up the script with breath marks, emphasis points, and pacing changes to aid in the delivery.

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Pacing

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The speed at which you speak. Adjust pacing according to the content's mood and to maintain listener interest. Balance is key, as too fast can be overwhelming and too slow can be boring.

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Breath Control

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Managing your breathing for better phrasing and endurance. Practice breath exercises, use your diaphragm, and plan breaths to coincide with natural pauses in the script.

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Warm-Up Exercises

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Performing specific activities before recording to prepare your voice. Include breathing techniques, vocal stretches, and articulation drills to reduce the chance of vocal strain.

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Cold Reading

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Reading aloud from a script with little to no preparation. Practice by reading various materials regularly, focus on comprehension and storytelling, and make quick and strong choices.

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Narration

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The telling of a story or providing informative commentary. Keep your delivery engaging and clear, set the right tone for the genre, and maintain an appropriate pace.

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Tone

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The quality or character of sound. Vary your tone to suit the material and to convey the correct emotion or attitude. Consistency in tone can also be crucial for character work.

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