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"...classic, rich, mellow, warm, friendly, and natural.... exuding trust and believability."

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In addition to voicing your project I can also edit it to your specifications and even add a creative spin if you desire. I am your one-stop source for voice-overs.

What are Your Rates?
There are many variables in determining the rate for a project. How and where the project will be used, time and difficulty to complete, and deadline are all considerations. Working out of my own studio makes it possible to keep my rates fair and competitive without sacrificing quality.

Audio Book rates are determined on a "per finished hour" basis and not the actual time it takes to complete the recording. Once a publisher or author gives me a word count and/or page count I can offer an estimate of both the finished recording time and how long it will take to complete the project.

What is Involved in Recording an Audio Book?
My first step in recording an audio book is to record several random pages from the book and send them to the client for review. Once a style is agreed upon then I begin recording the book. An individual file is created for each page making for easier touchup editing. Throughout the project completed chapters are uploaded to my ftp site for the client to monitor for errors. It has been my experience that authors frequently make changes to their manuscripts or find passages they want reread during the audio recording process. The "one file per page" technique makes that likelikhood easier to accomodate.

My primary objective is that there are no surprises for the client at the end of the recording. I engage the participation of the client from beginning to end.

Can You Cut Me a Deal?
Possibly. If there are more projects down the road then I will be happy to work out a reduced rate for a long term relationship. I generally give a price break to college students, churches, and non-profit organizations. If yours is a unique situation I am willing to listen. There's a good chance we can work something out.

What About Your Studio?
I am committed to staying on the cutting edge of audio recording technology. My studio is a work in progress as I am constantly adding new audio and computer equipment to keep in pace with the industry.

My earliest training was as a musician which I believe has made me very sensitive to quality sound. Currently I use a Rode NT2-A microphone, HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC, Eurorack UB802 Mixer, using the following audio production programs: Adobe Audition, Samplitude Music Studio, and AVS Audio Editor.

I Want to Get Into Voice Talent Work? Can You Help Me?
Throughout my career I've helped many aspiring voice talents to establish their professional careers. I love to teach, train, and coach those with a hunger to learn the business. I'm not into the hype and blue sky approach of some who are seeking to show voice talent as the hot new road to riches. Call me and I will work out and arrangement that helps you reach your goals.

I am a Voice Talent Professional. Can You Help Me?
As a professional musician I learned the value of tweaking skills with the help of other professionals. Even today I look to the stars of the voice-over industry for education and inspiration. Call me for a consultation to discuss ways to up your level of performance.

What is Your Policy On Content?
It occurred to me recently as I was recording an audio book that I was doing one of those things for which I will be remembered. My barometer simply is being true to myself and never violating my personal system of beliefs and principals for the sake of a paycheck. Put simply, I steer away from potentially offensive material and adults-only manuscripts.

About Richard Weirich
Richard is an experienced professional whose voice has appeared on 1000's of voice-overs around the world. For more than 30 years Richard has sustained a successful career as an award winning voice talent, motivational speaker, voice coach, producer, and top-rated radio personality. He is the consummate voice artist with the attitude, skills, and work ethic that guarantee a job well-done.

His voice style has been described as "classic, rich, mellow, warm, friendly, intelligent, and natural.... exuding trust and believability." Within that framework Richard can achieve varied moods and tempos that capture the feel of most projects. Most important is attaining the read that satisfies the client's needs.

Richard grew up in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Immediately after high school he was accepted into the U.S. Navy Band as a trombonist and even did some feature singing with the band. While in the Navy Band Richard became interested in radio, enrolled in the Tidewater School of Broadcasting, and quickly landed his first radio job in Norfolk, VA.

Radio was the mainstay of Richard's career for a number of years with jobs in Harrisonburg, VA, Charlotte, NC, Birmingham, AL, Jackson, MS, Tampa, FL, and Houston, TX. He has been a top rated radio personality, successful program director, and manager at some of the nation's most prestigious radio stations.

In addition to his radio experience, Richard is also an ordained minister having served as the senior pastor of several churches. He is also an author of the daily devotional, The Forever Notebook.

His first love has always been voice talent and audio production. Now, after years of working for others, Richard is going it alone and doing what he does best and loves most. The growth of his voice-over business has been rapid and remarkable. Richard said, "My only regret is not launching this venture sooner."

Richard has taught and directed many aspiring radio personalities and voice actors who have gone on to enjoy rewarding professional careers. Today, he continues to use his unique abilities and proven methods to teach, challenge, motivate, and encourage through private instruction and seminars.

Richard works out of his own professional studio which provides the flexibility needed for handling multiple projects with quick turnaround. If you have need of music and effects Richard also has a sizeable royalty free library that can be used. Special effects and creative editing are available. Most file types and delivery methods are supported and the finished product can be edited and mastered to your specifications.