The Complete Voice-Over Starter Kit
Everything you need to know to break into the fast-growing, highly accessible, and lucrative world of voice-over—no experience required.
Watch Promo"I was delighted in landing a position in a leading voice-over agency. I cannot recommend highly enough."
- Zoe Thorne - Actor, UK
Get paid to use your voice - on your own terms.
Whether you're looking for a creative side hustle, an extra income stream, or a new career path, the voice-over industry offers real opportunity.
This course gives you everything you need to start—skills, structure, and strategy—even if you’ve never done it before.
Why I Created This Course
Since COVID, more people than ever have been looking for ways to earn extra income, work from home, and take control of their time.
Voice-over has become one of the most flexible, creative, and accessible ways to do that.
And while I can’t guarantee you jobs—I can give you the skills, tools, and guidance to go out and find them.
It’s the difference between giving someone a fish and teaching them how to fish.
When I first moved to Finland, I didn’t know anyone, didn’t speak the language, and had very little money. But I had a microphone, my training, and the drive to make something work.
Voice-over was the one thing that gave me immediate income. It paid for my gear, helped me build my YouTube channel, and eventually supported the creation of the very courses I’m offering today.
It’s become my second income and carried me through some of the hardest periods in my life.
That’s why I created this course.
To give you what I wish I had at the start: a clear, practical, and encouraging path into voice-over. One that doesn’t just talk about gear or theory—but shows you how to actually do the work and get paid.
If you're ready to use your voice to create more freedom in your life, this is where you begin.
"As someone with very little mic experience, Darren put me at ease, gave great direction, and helped shape a reel that truly fit me."
– Danny Scollard, Manager at NoHo Casting Studio, UK
We recognise the effort it takes to start and follow through with this training. To mark that achievement, we now offer certification upon completion, providing a tangible acknowledgment of your progress and dedication—not just to your voice, but to yourself.
What Makes This Course Different?
This isn’t just theory. It’s a practical roadmap, based on my real-world experience working in voice-over for major clients across Europe.
I’ve earned thousands from single voice-over jobs—working from my home studio, in my natural accent, using the exact techniques and tools I teach in this course.
You don’t need to be a performer or own expensive gear.
You just need the right guidance, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to train your voice like a pro.
Is this for you?
✔️ You’ve been told you have a “great voice” but don’t know where to start
✔️ You’re looking for flexible, creative work you can do from home
✔️ You’ve dabbled in voice-over but want to turn it into paid work
✔️ You want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully
If that’s you—this course is designed to take you from beginner to confident, capable voice artist.
"Darren really helped to get the best out of my voice. Can't recommend him highly enough."
- Marnie Nash - Actor and Theatre Director, UK
What You’ll Learn
✔️ Vocal warm-ups and articulation exercises
✔️ How to find your niche and develop your vocal brand
✔️ Creating character voices and reading with emotion
✔️ Microphone technique and recording best practices
✔️ How to build your home studio (without overspending)
✔️ Setting rates, finding jobs, and pitching professionally
✔️ Creating your voice reels
✔️ Understanding different areas of voice-over work: commercial, docu, animation, etc
What You Get
✔️ 5 structured modules with practical, easy-to-follow lessons
✔️ Exercises, assignments, and scripts to develop your skills
✔️ Gear guides and home studio setup advice
✔️ Step-by-step help creating your demo
✔️ Lifetime access to all content—including future updates
✔️ Certification upon completion
✔️ Support via comments and Q&A throughout the course
GET PAID TO TALK!
If you are looking for some extra income, a side hustle, or even a change of careers, voice-over is a real opportunity to become self-sufficient and work in your own time, at your own pace, and from the comfort of your own home. The best part is that this course is tax deductible and considered a business expense.
This step-by-step guide, with daily exercises, work plans, scripts and assignments, will give you all the tools you need to grow from amateur to professional in just five weeks.
This course provides you with all the tools you need to succeed. How you then use them is entirely up to you.
I’ve received payments of up to 7000€ for just 15 minutes of speaking and wouldn’t consider work for less than 500€. All this using my own accent, a home studio, and the exact principles clearly laid out within this course.
KEY SKILLS YOU WILL GET FROM THIS COURSE:
👉 Vocal improvement, warm-ups, articulation exercises and how to create character voices effectively.
👉 Uncover and work to your strengths.
👉 Discover your niche.
👉 How to build a home studio.
👉 How to charge for voice-over work.
👉 How to create and record your own voice reels.
👉 Understand the different areas of voice-over.
👉 Learn about agents, voice libraries and how to find work for yourself.
👉 Self-marketing and promotion.
👉 Knowledge of technical specifications for recording and buying guides for DAWs, microphones, headphones, speakers and audio interfaces.
"A relaxed and rewarding process, yielding some great results... hugely recommended."
- Brian McMahon, English teacher, Oxford Brooks University
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Frequently Asked Questions
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO BECOME PROFICIENT IN VOICE-OVER WORK?
Everyone progresses at their own pace. For some, improvements are noticeable within days, while for others, it may take weeks to develop a professional-quality sound. This course is designed to provide you with all the essential skills, insights, and techniques you need to confidently enter the voice-over world. With consistent practice, you’ll build a strong foundation that prepares you for professional work.
HOW WILL THIS COURSE HELP ME PREPARE FOR PROFESSIONAL VOICE-OVER?
This course equips you with the core skills needed for voice-over success. You’ll learn techniques for vocal control, clarity, and expression, as well as guidance on setting up your own recording environment. By the end, you’ll be prepared to record high-quality demos, approach voice-over work with confidence, and present yourself professionally.
IS THIS COURSE SUITABLE FOR COMPLETE BEGINNERS?
Absolutely! This course is designed for those with no prior experience in voice-over. We cover everything from the basics of voice technique to setting up a home studio. By the time you finish, you’ll have the skills to audition for voice-over jobs and start building your portfolio.
WHAT IF I HAVE DIFFICULTIES WITH PRONUNCIATION OR ARTICULATION?
While this course covers articulation and clarity exercises beneficial for everyone, those with specific challenges in pronunciation or articulation may want to seek additional support from a speech pathologist. However, the course itself provides techniques to help you sound clearer and more polished.
WHEN CAN I START THE COURSE, AND HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
The course begins as soon as you enrol, and you can work through it at your own pace. It’s structured for focused learning, so we recommend a regular schedule to build momentum and make steady progress.
HOW LONG DO I HAVE ACCESS TO THE COURSE?
Once enrolled, you have lifetime access. This means you can revisit lessons, practice exercises, and fine-tune your skills whenever you need a refresher, making it a lasting resource as you grow in the voice-over field.
WILL I RECEIVE A CERTIFICATE?
Yes! Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll receive a certificate acknowledging your training. This certificate serves as recognition of your dedication and readiness to step into the voice-over industry.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
This course is ideal for anyone interested in a career in voice-over. Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to refine your skills, it provides a comprehensive path to prepare you for professional voice-over work.
WHAT WILL I LEARN IN THIS COURSE?
You’ll learn essential voice-over skills, including vocal warm-ups, control techniques, microphone techniques, and setting up your recording space. The course also covers tips on creating engaging performances and producing high-quality recordings that appeal to clients.
Your Instructor
Darren McStay, founder of Vocabilities, is a seasoned voice coach and performer with over 30 years of experience, reaching millions worldwide. Originally trained as an actor and musician, he holds a distinction in Speech and Articulation from LAMDA and an MA in Acting from East 15 Acting School.
Since beginning his coaching career in 2008, Darren has empowered thousands to build confidence as voice-over artists and speakers. His background includes diplomas in Life Coaching and Hypnotherapy, plus extensive experience on stage and in film.
He has performed at The National Theatre, The Royal Opera House, and in the West End’s Warhorse, and has shared the stage with major acts like Scissor Sisters at festivals like Glastonbury. Darren’s diverse expertise helps clients transform their voices and lives.
"Over the thirty years of my career, I have been fortunate enough to have appeared before almost three and a half million people live worldwide. This has successfully led me to become an effective voice & performance coach, reaching over half a million people, in not only improving their voice and communicative potential but making positive changes to their lifestyle, beliefs and habits."
All of this experience gives Darren a diverse and unique set of tools to draw upon when working with his clients.
This Is a Real Career Path
I created this course to help people stop second-guessing and start working. The voice-over industry has never been more accessible—and the demand has never been higher.
But without the right skills and setup, it’s easy to feel stuck.
This course gives you the complete foundation to get going, feel confident, and start earning.
Ready to turn your voice into your business?
Click below to get lifetime access and start your voice-over journey today.