[NEohioPAL] Voice Over Class @ Donna Belajac Casting in Pittsburgh 9/4-10/23

Jean Zarzour lipschtick at lipschtick.com
Wed Jun 11 08:50:01 PDT 2008


Jean ZarzourFind Your Voice (N-Dash) Voice Over Institute
Is Celebrating 2 Years!
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We've Expanded!
Classes will now be offered
in Cleveland, Ohio and
in Pittsburgh at
Donna Belajac Casting
109 Market Street - 2nd Floor - Pittsburgh, PA 15222
in the Firstside area of downtown Pittsburgh


Call 412-391-1005

Or Register On Line at

www.donnabelajaccasting.com



What?

 No more than 10 students will meet each Thursday from 6-9 pm for 8 weeks

All recording equipment and copy will be provided.

All you need to bring is a bottle of water to cool your chords!

 Your final class will take place at Market Street Sound, a full service 
recording studio

where you'll get the experience of working on commercial copy and walk away 
with a CD

of your voice on a fully produced radio spot.



You’ll learn Proper Studio Etiquette, Industry Terminology and

Microphone Technique with the option to explore a variety of "reads" like:

Announcer - Character Voices - Dialects - Industrial Narration

Real Person - 2 Person Dialogue - Hard & Soft Sell - Cold Readings



When?

Thursdays for 8 weeks
Sept 4 - Oct 23, 2008
 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Cost?
$385

That's about $17 per hour

 Payment due in advance.  Missed classes are not refundable.  Must be 18 
years old.

Returning Find Your Voice students

& members of AFTRA pay only $365!



Who?

Jean Zarzour

is a 25 year veteran performer and instructor of:

Voice Overs, Film, TV & Stage Acting, Dance, Movement & Improv, 
internationally.

You've heard her as a morning drive-time sidekick on Cleveland's WLTF, WZAK 
& WMMS

in addition to voicing hundreds of commercials and industrials, 
internationally.

As owner of LIPSCHTICK, Jean has been putting the Show in Business 
nationwide since 1989.

She appeared on stage nationwide for 2 years in Menopause: The Musical.

Look for her in the feature film Zack & Miri Make A Porno starring Seth 
Rogen.

Currently heard on ads for:

 Ohio Lottery · Ruggles · Ohio.net · CEI · Smith Dairy

Member of AFTRA-SAG-AEA-DGA-VASTA Owner of  LIPSCHTICK & Founder of The GOT 
PAY? Organization

Visit www.lipschtick.com for a full resume. Click To Hear My Commercial demo

Represented by Docherty Model & Talent Agency.



Donna Belajac Casting


Since 1982, Donna Belajac has been the principal casting agent for hundreds 
of Film and TV productions including

The Kill Point, Flashdance, Silence of the Lambs, Wonder Boys, The Mothman 
Prophecies, Hoffa, The Gaurdian, West Wing,

Unsolved Mysteries, The Young and The Restless, GE, Haggar Slacks, 
Nike,Chevy Trucks, McDonald’s, Marathon Oil,

Giant Eagle, Pizza Hut, Miller Lite, Subway and Diet Coke.

In addition to casting, Donna has taught acting for the camera at 
Carnegie-Mellon University.

Her company regularly hosts television acting classes with respected acting 
coaches from Los Angeles.

Donna is a long-time member of the Casting Society of America, an 
organization

dedicated to raising awareness of the casting director’s role in the 
entertainment industry.

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Thank you to the 119 Find Your Voice students
for the hard work and commitment you've invested toward your future.
It's been my honor to work with you!
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>From Recent Students
“The experience of learning to become a voice-over artist can be 
intimidating.  My experience was exciting!  The eight weeks of on-microphone 
work offered not only a great “vocal work-out”, but an excellent 
introduction into the world of voice-over artists.   Jean’s expert guidance 
and brilliant sense of humor more that prepared me for our “final exam” – 
recording our “commercial spot” during a professional recording session. 
Thanks for sharing Jean.”    Frank E. Baker-  Pittsburgh Class @ Donna 
Belajac Casting
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"Originally, I had signed up for Jean's voice-over class because it was 
always something I had been interested in pursuing.  Throughout the eight 
weeks, I learned a myriad of terms and techniques that would strongly help 
someone to break into this medium.  Jean's high energy and expert knowledge 
made class a great joy to attend.  I could hardly wait till next week's 
lesson!"
Rocco Marrongelli - Pittsburgh Class @ Donna Belajac Casting
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"Class with Jean is a laugh! The atmosphere is such that when you are pushed 
to step out of your "comfort zone", you are comfortable doing it. You 
realize you have more in there, and Jean and your classmates help you find 
it and bring it out. The recording session at Market Street Sound was a 
great crowning moment to the class. Do I really sound like that?! Thanks 
Jean and my 'burgh classmates!"  Mary Ann Graziano - Pittsburgh Class @ 
Donna Belajac Casting
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Being in Jean’s class was worth 100% of the time, money and effort I put 
into it. Not only does she manage to instruct her class with the utmost 
professionalism, she’s amazingly fun and talented. Before taking the Find 
Your Voice -  Voice Over class, I thought I really knew all I needed to know 
about getting into voice over acting but after this class, I realize there 
was so much that I was clueless about. I would most definitely recommend 
this class to anyone.   Bethany W.   - Pittsburgh Class @ Donna Belajac 
Casting
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"Jean's class was fun and was able to make the shyest person open up.  She's 
a wonderful woman who knows her stuff and helps improve beginners or pros. 
The recording studio is top of the line with great engineers.  Find Your 
Voice - Voice Over Institute is really more than I imagined it would be." 
Jennifer Heilman - Pittsburgh Class @ Donna Belajac Casting
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I really appreciate your enthusiasm, professionalism and heartfelt coaching. 
It is amazing what you are able to get people to accomplish with a mic in 
front of them.  Each week built on what we had done previously, and I felt 
as if I had taken positive steps with each class.  You also inspired some 
confidence.  I especially could see that with the others in the class.  Last 
week’s finish left us all in a natural high.  Thanks, it took me about four 
hours to settle down so I could sleep!!  Gary Maurer
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Jean's voice over class was great! She provides a comfortable atmosphere 
where you can explore and learn. Her knowledge of her craft, her ability to 
bring out your best, and the interaction with your fellow students made this 
class a very positive experience. Barb Dragony
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Jean! Thanks for sharing your experience and your wealth of talent. You made 
every class fun, challenging and informative. And compared to other courses, 
yours is the best deal for the money. I'm so glad I took your course and am 
looking forward to coming back for more. You're the Greatest!!   Dave Rader, 
Bass Player and future VO talent.
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This course truly lives up to its name. Without Jean, I would never have 
found all the nutty characters that live in my larynx. Yes, she will 
challenge you, but never make you feel insecure. I thoroughly enjoyed 
myself, met a lot of cool, hilarious people and came away with 
professionally produced piece of work. A very creative, rewarding 
experience.  Carolyn Cull

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I have been wanting a better audio demo for years.  Jean Zarzour's expert 
advice and coaching have been invaluable in helping me to create one. 
Thanks, Jean.  Pete Ferry

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The minute you meet Jean, you get your first lesson in self-confidence. She 
has a great gift for assessing the strengths and weaknesses of each student, 
addressing the concerns, questions and specific goals of each individual. 
Her friendly and relaxed approach coupled with her passion for what she does 
makes for a juicy environment for creative challenge and growth. Highly 
recommended for people at any stage of their voiceover career.  - Anne 
McEvoy

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Some key words about Jean: Professional. Prepared. Capable. Shrewd. 
Supportive. Open. Creative. Hard-working. Committed. Funny. A leader. 
Caring. Knowledgeable! - James McCormack



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>From Jimmy Silver, Owner of  The Reel Thing Recording Studios - Cleveland, 
Ohio

"Over the years, Jean's students show up prepared and well-schooled in voice 
over technique and understanding of the craft. If you want to start to 
develop your skills as a voice over talent, Jean's class is a good place to 
start."





412-391-1005 To Register


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