Unlocking the World of Voice Acting with Gina Scarpa: From Radio to Gaming

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In this episode of Geek Freaks, Frank sits down with Gina Scarpa, an accomplished voice-over artist known for her roles in Genshin Impact, The Walking Dead: Last Mile, and Invincible Universe. Gina shares her journey from radio to voice acting, discussing the challenges and triumphs along the way. Tune in to learn about her favorite roles, the importance of networking in the industry, and the inception of Positive Voices Studio.

Check out Gina's Work: https://ginascarpa.com/

Timestamps and Topics:

• 00:00:07 - Introduction and Welcome
• 00:00:30 - Gina's Journey: From Radio to Voice Acting
• 00:01:28 - Starting Voiceover Work During the Pandemic
• 00:02:49 - Transitioning from Radio to Voice Acting
• 00:04:00 - The Gender Imbalance in Radio
• 00:06:24 - The Competitive Nature of Voice Acting
• 00:07:40 - Building Relationships and Networking
• 00:08:50 - Distinguishing Voices for Different Brands
• 00:10:38 - Creating Character Voices
• 00:11:32 - Favorite Roles in Gaming
• 00:12:37 - Gaming and Voice Acting Community
• 00:14:02 - Preparing for Emotional Roles
• 00:16:31 - The Supportive Voice Acting Community
• 00:19:10 - Positive Voices Studio: Origins and Growth
• 00:22:00 - Balancing a Multifaceted Career
• 00:25:12 - Empowering Teens in Voice Acting
• 00:29:39 - Upcoming Projects and Exciting Announcements
• 00:33:09 - Gina's Podcast: DSP Talk
• 00:34:00 - Conclusion and Call to Action

Key Takeaways:

• Gina's transition from radio to voice acting was driven by her passion for the craft and the flexibility it offered.
• Networking and building relationships are crucial in the voice acting industry.
• Gina emphasizes the importance of embracing one's unique qualities and experiences in voice acting.
• Positive Voices Studio was created to provide opportunities and training for aspiring voice actors, especially youth.
• The voice acting community is incredibly supportive, contrasting with Gina's experiences in the theater industry.
• Gina is working on exciting new projects in gaming and continues to coach and mentor aspiring voice actors.

Memorable Quotes:

• "Voice over has just been full of so many amazing things. I just love talking about it."
• "If the brand could talk, if the brand was a person, this is how she would sound."
• "Voiceover has changed me. From the booth out, I am a different person than I was even five years ago."

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Links and Resources:

• Gina Scarpa's Website: ginascarpa.com
• Positive Voices Studio: positivevoicesct.com
• DSP Talk Podcast: Listen Here
• Follow Gina on Twitter: @GinaScarpa
• Follow Gina on Instagram: Gina Scarpa

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Apple Podcast Tags: Geek Culture, Voice Acting, Gina Scarpa, Genshin Impact, The Walking Dead, Invincible Universe, Radio to Voice Acting, Positive Voices Studio, Voiceover Community, Gaming Industry, SEO Optimization, Podcasting