Voice & Performance Coaching Tips

Vocal Warm-Ups

• Breathing ladders: Inhale for four counts, exhale for eight, then speak the first paragraph slowly.
• Tongue twisters: Use phrases such as “unique New York” or “red leather, yellow leather” to loosen articulation.
• Pitch slides: Hum up and down a scale to keep tone lively.

Pacing Drills

Record yourself reading the same passage at three speeds. Review with the AI Workflow Guide to find the most engaging cadence, then lock it in with the Scroll Speed control.

Camera Presence Cues

• Place sticky notes near the lens reminding you to smile or nod naturally.
• Use hand gestures sparingly; rehearse them during the warm-up so they feel intentional.
• Look up from the teleprompter for emphasis on key sentences.

Maintaining Energy in Long Recordings

Schedule short breaks every 20 minutes, stretch shoulders, and hydrate. Insert stage directions (e.g., “[pause for reaction]”) in the script to maintain rhythm.