We have reached the third and final part of our three-step series for the voice talent cover letter. At the bottom of this article will be a full example of a completed cover letter. Before this, it is essential to complete the construction of the letter. Take a moment to imagine a Christmas tree; on its own, it looks plain, but the addition of baubles and tinsel makes it visually much more interesting. In this part of our cover letter series, we will be applying the lights and turning them on, making your cover letter shine like the most festive of Christmas trees.
Critiquing the Cover Letter Intro
Referring back to the introduction line it is important to ask one’s self the following question: why do you love that thing you referenced? How does it resonate with you? Why is this client amazing? The language recommended for use here will only complement the potential client.
Example: “Climate change is an important topic, and the fact that you are dealing with it in such a creative way is inspiring. I will support your mission in any way that I can.”
Looking at this sentence, we can break it down as follows:
Climate change is an important topic = The element we identified on the potential client’s website which we liked
and the fact that you are dealing with it in such a creative way is inspiring. = complementing the potential client
I will support your mission in any way that I can. = Reassuring the potential client they are doing the right thing and giving your support
Adapting Paragraph One of the Voiceover Cover Letter
For paragraph one, it is important to ask oneself the following question: Why are you the solution to their problem?
Be honest with them; it’s fine to acknowledge that they are super busy and life is hard; everyone experiences this.
Example: ”I know you must be snowed under with none-stop emails, texts, and phone calls, but a nice break helps with everything”
One of the most powerful parts of the cover letter comes after you have signed off… The P.S.
Having a ‘P.S.’ at the end of a cover letter is highly likely to get seen by the reader. Studies show that the reader will almost always acknowledge the P.S.
Concluding The Cover Letter for Voice Actors
For the P.S., ensure that you have a powerful, fun, and catchy point to deliver.
Example: “P.S. Don’t wait too long to get back to me; we don’t want the coffee to get cold!”
Once you have gone through this section, make any relevant changes to what you wrote previously. Finally, do not forget to add your ‘P.S.’!
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The Full Voice Talent Cover Letter Template for Voiceover Artists
”Hi Karen,
My name is Ted Jones, and I love the motorbike stunt on your webpage promo video; it reminds me of when I used to raise money for Cancer UK by hosting stunt shows!
I recently learned that you need voiceover artists, and I can only imagine how frustrating it is to find the right artist each time you embark on a new project. The good news is that I have had the opportunity to work with some amazing companies such as Starbucks, Microsoft, and Walmart, and I would love to provide you with the same fantastic experience! I know you must be snowed under with none stop emails, texts, and phone calls, but a nice break helps everything.
What availability do you have next week? I would love to invite you to a 20-minute virtual coffee break zoom chat. Of course, the coffee is on me! Let me know your address, and I would love to have an Uber/Deliveroo drop off a coffee.
Best regards,
Ted Jones
Voice Actor
P.S. Don’t wait too long to get back to me; we don’t want the coffee to get cold!”
The Voice Talent Cover Letter 3 of 3 by Alan Shires – Actor, Voiceover Artist, and Presenter at www.alanshires.co.uk
