DAN FRIEDMAN – Producer, Audio Engineer, Author and Voice Talent
Dan lives in the beautiful mountains of Asheville, NC. With over two decades in the voiceover industry and more than 25 years as a professional audio engineer, he has produced, directed or provided his voice to thousands of audio productions. He is the founder of Sound4VO, providing training and resources for aspiring and professional voice actors.
In 2010 he published SOUND ADVICE-Voiceover From An Audio Engineer’s Perspective. A first of its kind in the industry, the book covers audio engineering and studio session etiquette as it relates directly to voiceover talent. The book was named a “Must Read” for voice actors in the April 2022 edition of BACKSTAGE MAGAZINE. In 2023, Dan released ZEN and the ART of VOICEOVER, covering performance and personal stories about his life and career journey. He continues to write a popular blog at his website: SOUND4VO.com.
Dan was chosen to be among the top 10 “Most Influential Voice-Over Writers in 2011” in a Voice123 online survey. His ability to simplify often complex recording and audio concepts is unmatched in the voiceover industry.
Dan is highly regarded for his comprehensive approach to voiceover training. He provides personalized coaching to each student, focusing on their individual strengths and weaknesses. He covers everything from script interpretation to audio engineering, ensuring that his students have a well-rounded education.
In addition, Dan’s extensive experience as a coach, producer and audio engineer gives him a unique perspective on the industry. He has worked with some of the biggest names in voiceover, providing him with insights and knowledge that he shares with his students.
Dan Friedman is known for his honest yet supportive and encouraging teaching style. He understands that voiceover can be a challenging and competitive field, and he works closely with his students to help them achieve their goals.
Dan’s dedication to the voiceover industry is evident in his involvement as a frequent speaker and presenter at industry events, sharing his expertise and insights with others.
Dan is a renowned voice coach and is a certified master coach in the “Roger Love Perfect Voice” method as well as vocal health, recovery and stamina.
Dan Friedman is an accomplished audio engineer, voice coach, producer, and author. He is also a successful voiceover talent and has been heard on hundreds of local and regional television and radio campaigns as well as many corporate narrations. Among his national commercial credits are Heinze, Moe’s Southwest Grill, Crown Plaza Hotels, Hulu Plus, Stride Gum and more. Other recent clients include: CW Network, Village Inn, Hardees, PGATours, NAPA, X98.5 FM, BMW and many more.