A man with red hair is seated in a black office chair at a desk, reviewing a script. He is wearing a blue-and-white checkered shirt, khaki pants and black shoes with colorful patterned socks. A microphone and various pieces of audio equipment are set up on the desk, and a laptop is open in front of him. To the left, a yellow SAG-AFTRA banner with its logo is displayed.

On Sept. 19, Arizona-Utah Local members with an interest in audiobook narration received a comprehensive introduction courtesy of prolific audiobook artist and SAG-AFTRA member Sean Pratt. Held at Verve Studios in Scottsdale, Pratt’s engaging, interactive presentation included an overview of the audiobook industry, tips on the artistic and technical sides of becoming a working audiobook narrator, and resources for finding audiobook work.

A highlight of the event was the opportunity for several lucky attendees to work in the studio’s professional voiceover booth and receive Pratt’s expert feedback on their own narration. A live camera feed enabled all participants to benefit from Pratt’s insightful direction, and the Q&A session that followed left attendees feeling informed, invigorated and well-prepared to move confidently into this rapidly growing industry!

Photo: SAG-AFTRA member Sean Pratt leads an audiobooks workshop in Arizona in October 2024. Photo by Amanda Melby.

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