Laila Berzins

New Britain, CT Female

Birthday: October 4

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Laila Berzins commented on Scott Gentle's video

"Fantastic job!"

Laila Berzins left a comment on ASK JOE - VOICE OVER THEATER

"Joe--I love listening to you! Just fantastic work. Keep up the great work, and I'd love to connect and chat some time:)"

Laila Berzins left a comment for Arthur Gregory Pugh

"Hi Arthur,

Thanks for dropping me a line. Who did you train with at Edge? If you need any tips on making a studio on a budget, let me know:) I worked out a nice system. What's your primary goal? And where do you work now for your day job? Best, L"

Laila Berzins commented on Laila Berzins's video

"Thanks, Eric! I need to make it shorter and I want to add a few spots. But not...the Gold Club Spots! AHHA for that I'll just keep to audio;)"

Laila Berzins posted a video

Voice Over Video Demo

TV Commercials for Houston Zoo, Mr. Sparky, Airtronics AC and Heating, Corporate Video for Chameleon Sports Studios, "Flip Flop" Seagull on the Roodie Noodies Game for iPad, Language PSA

Laila Berzins left a comment for James Eastman

"Hi James:)

I can't believe I didn't respond to your Birthday wishes last year. SHAME ON ME! Love your audio. Have a fantastic day! www.lailaberzins.com"

Laila Berzins left a comment on Future Voice Over Stars

"My name is Laila Berzins and I am a professional voice over talent and singer based out of New Britain, CT. I started training with Edge Studios in December 2008, and cut my character demo April the following year, also taking classes, webinars, and…"

Laila Berzins left a comment for Marc Graue

"Hi Marc,

Happy Friday! I saw your post about Collette Sunderman's class. I wish I could come but I'm in CT at the moment. I specialize in character voices, but also dabble in narrations and commercials as much as I can:). I would love to chat some…"

Laila Berzins left a comment for Laila Berzins

"It's not even a headshot. It's just a pic my friend took of my in college! Thanks though. But it doesn't show my whole face."

Laila Berzins left a comment for Pete Garcia

"Hi Pete,

Are you writing the copy for the funeral home piece? If so, I would focus on the importance of things being taken care of, family togetherness, less stress during an already difficult time, and how nice it is to know that your loved ones…"

Laila Berzins left a comment for Melissa Altro

"Hi Melissa! Great demos. I wanted to ask you..I have two different character voice demo orders on my page. I'm trying to determine which is most marketable. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Character voices are my niche and I'd love to learn…"

Laila Berzins left a comment for Bonnie Engel Lee

"How's the VO going, Bonnie:)"

Laila Berzins left a comment on Future Voice Over Stars

"Hey group! Nice to be a part of this:). Allow myself to introduce...myself. I'm Laila Berzins (Lyla, not the Eric Clapton song, haha) and I'm based in CT. I started my VO career and training in 2008. I've only had one gig so far, but I have been…"

Laila Berzins left a comment for Shannon Rice

"Hi Shannon! Thanks for the great comments on my video and the friend request! You have fabulous demos yourself and such a smoooooth jazzy voice. Like a cup of coffee:) Drop a line any time!"

Laila Berzins left a comment for Kevin Delaney

"That techno remix is hysterical:) I had a workshop with MJ Lallo a few weekends ago, and she mentioned how well you know each other. Keep up the great work!"

Laila Berzins left a comment on Demo Critique

"Hi group. I have a dillema. Two character voice over demos with different order and some variation in selection. I'm getting varying responses on the one I thought was the best, so I would really appreciate feedback on my character demo vs.…"

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Gender

Female

Location

New Britain, CT

Birthday:

October 4

I WORK IN THE VOICE OVER INDUSTRY AS A(N)

Voice Actor, Copy Writer

HERE'S A LITTLE ABOUT ME AND MY VOICE OVER EXPERIENCE

Warm Compassionate Clear Dynamic Sophisticated Capabilities- Character/Animation, Telephony, Commercial, Narration, E-Learning, Audiobooks. Accent: Standard North American, Standard British (modern, Victorian, Cockney), Southern US, Jewish Mother, Australian Age/Gender: Child, Teenage Girl, Young Adult Female Others say of her voice - compassionate, clear, inviting, warm, girl next door, relaxed, genuine, easy listening voice, smile, best friend, sophisticated Character: Little girl, little boy, grandmother, mother, henchman, witch, seductress, dorky boy, parrot, goat/sheep, fish, growling dog, cat Impersonation: Moaning Myrtle, Kermit the Frog, Cartman, Mrs. Cartman, Eric, Mr. Hanky/Towly, Pinocchio, Stitch, Lois Griffin, Gollum Home Studio: Sterling Audio ST55 Class-A FET Condenser Mic Ableton Live8, Gearbox, Garage Band, Audacity, Sound Studio Training: Edge Studios, 307 Seventh Ave, New York, NY Actors Connection, 630 9th Ave, New York, NY Private - Noelle Romano and Jay Snyder, Paul Liberti, Stacy Seidel Tea (references upon request) Seminar - David Goldberg, Kristin Price, Eric Rath, Kevin Delaney, Randye Kaye, Danielle Quissenberry, Linda Jones, Erik Sheppard, Steve Brezzo, Bob Bergen, Bill Farmer Classes: •VO Tune Up • Intense Voice Over Technique • Voice and Speech I and II • Improv Technique • The Acting of Voice Acting • Reading Between the Lines • Creating Imagery • Timing Commercial Rides • Breaking Down Copy • Diction • Accent Acquisition and Reduction • Public Speaking • British Accent Training • Audiobook Training • Promo Training • Children and Mass Media • Interpersonal Communication • Media and Special Audiences • Effects of Mass Media • Small Group Communication • Thinking Outside the box Work/interests: Acting, professional singing, creative writing, Spanish language Specialties: Professional singing, Acting, Voice Over, Communications, English and creative writing, Data Entry, Macintosh and PC Platforms Training Received: • Intense Voice Over Technique • Voice and Speech I and II • Improv Technique • The Acting of Voice Acting • Reading Between the Lines • Creating Imagery • Timing Commercial Rides • Breaking Down Copy • Diction • Accent Acquisition and Reduction • Public Speaking • British Accent Training • Audiobook Training • Promo Training • Children and Mass Media • Interpersonal Communication • Media and Special Audiences • Effects of Mass Media • Small Group Communication • Thinking Outside the box Quality Audio with fast turn-around and a friendly smile:)

LANGUAGES

English Conversational Spanish (can read but not fluent)

VOICE DESCRIPTION

Warm, smooth, silky, young, seductive, professional, versatile character voices, intelligent sound to "real person" or "girl next door" tenor to soprano range. Natural Alto, with both the musicality and upper resonances of a younger woman, and the diction and lower range of an older woman. **also a professional singer

DIALECTS, Character voices and vocal impressions

American Standard English British (modern, victorian) Cockneye British Australian Indian French

VOICES I AM ABLE TO PERFORM

Senior Female, Middle Age Female, Young Adult Female, Teenage Girl, Child Male, Child Female

Union Affiliation

Non-affiliated

AUDIO DELIVERY METHOD

AIF, MP3, WAV

EQUIPMENT

Logic Express M-Audio Sterling Audio ST55 Class-A FET Condenser Microphone PF1 Filter Sound Treated Acoustic Booth

WEBSITE

https://www.lailaberzins.com

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David Marc December 27, 2009 at 6:33pm

Laila!

Hey, first off, love CT! I think you nailed it ... PERSISTENCE. Remember, this business is not a sprint, it's a marathon. Although it all takes time, it WILL happen ... keep the faith!

Talk Soon!

David
Jodi Krangle December 27, 2009 at 6:29pm

Hi Laila! Thanks for the holiday greetings! I hope you're having a wonderful holiday too. :) Congrats on the new site! Looking good! Wishing you every success in the New Year. Planning on being at VOICE 2010? I just signed up myself ... Really looking forward to it. All the best, -- Jodi
David Marc December 27, 2009 at 5:11pm

Hey Girl!

You got it going on! Nice stuff .... Happy 2010!

All The Best,

David Marc
Bonnie Engel Lee December 26, 2009 at 10:29pm

Hi Laila
I visited your new website and thorougly enjoyed your character practice. You really look like you enjoyed doing it. Best of luck with all you've done.
Bonnie Lee
Linda Bruno December 17, 2009 at 8:35am

Hi Laila,

Just checked out your character demo...GREAT STUFF! You sound AWESOME! Keep up the good work and Happy Holidays. :)
Linda
Penny Abshire December 16, 2009 at 6:48pm

Hi Laila!

I'm so glad you liked my article. Positive thinking is just the only way I can function - and it seems to work pretty well for me and for others. Are you a member of Positive Thinkers UNITE on VU? If so, be sure to go there today and get the info for downloading a gift from me.

We don't have our registrations open yet for the January class, but we will soon. It will be posted on EVENTS on VU and also on our voiceacting.com Blog. If you don't receive the blog, you can sign up at voiceacting.com and click on "get blog" link - or there's a direct link on the "subscribe" page.

Have a WONDERFUL holiday! I'm looking forward to meeting you at VOICE 2010 (hint, hint!)

Hugs,

Penny
Stephanie M. Komure November 21, 2009 at 5:16am

Hi Laila! So sorry for the late add.. I haven't been on here in forever! Wow, love your characters... you're so versatile! :D

Cheers,
Stephanie ^_~
Dave HIlton October 25, 2009 at 8:17pm

Laila,

Thank you! The video link was great!

Have FUN!

Dave
M J Lallo October 19, 2009 at 4:09pm

hey love Conn--- I'll eat crab with you when i get there! Good luck with VO--
thanks for you kind comments!
Penny Abshire October 4, 2009 at 9:31pm

Happy Birthday, Laila!

I hope it’s your very best one yet!!! Make it a great, positive day!

Hugs,

Penny

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