Wednesday, February 18
10:00 AM-12:00 PM PT
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Join us for a special edition of Get to Know VO — a FREE online session designed to pull back the curtain on one of the most exciting, fast-paced lanes in voiceover:
Sports Voiceover!
If you’ve ever wondered what sports VO actually is, how professionals book this work, and what skills separate hobbyists from hire-able talent, this session is your playbook.
Sports Promo G.O.A.T Steven Goard breaks it down step by step — from performance to auditions to the business decisions that lead to longevity.
You’ll learn…
…where sports VO actually lives, how it differs from commercial and promo work, and what opportunities fall under this lane.
…Steven’s playbook for performance, pacing, authority, and presence.
…what decision-makers are listening for, how to avoid common mistakes, and how to approach sports VO auditions strategically.
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About Our Guest
Steven Goard
Steven Goard is a dynamic voice actor whose creative roots stretch from childhood stage performance to rap and music production — a background that gives him a rare ability to create vibe, command energy, and capture attention behind the mic.
A husband and father of five, Steven brings a deep sense of integrity and family values into his work, grounding every performance in authenticity, connection, and intention.
His voice has been heard nationwide on campaigns for major brands including Cheerios, Gatorade, Hanes, Oreo, Pfizer, Moderna, JPMorgan Chase, Principal Financial, and many more. Steven is also a sought-after sports voiceover talent, serving as a promo voice for the NBA, NHL, MLB, NFL, college basketball, college football, as well as ESPN and FOX Sports.
In long-form storytelling, Steven has narrated documentaries such as Good Cop, Bad Cop (ID Discovery), Shark Week: Sharks of the Dead Zone (Discovery Channel), and a Civil War series for the American Battlefield Trust. He’s also known as the voice of LEM for Starry Soda™ by Pepsi® and Kang the Conqueror for Marvel Heroes Unite aboard the Australia Disney Wonder Cruise.
Steven takes great pride in delivering performances that are authentic, engaging, and sincere, creating work that resonates with both clients and audiences alike. Grateful for the journey and deeply passionate about the craft, he brings heart, precision, and purpose to every read.
About Your Host
Tish Hicks
Tish Hicks is an accomplished LA voiceover artist and the creator, CEO, and Master Sensei of The V.O. Dojo, a holistic, full-training program that guides, supports, connects, and accelerates voiceover artists every step of the way from "I don’t know" to working pro!
She has been telling stories in all genres of voiceover (commercials, animation, video games, tv narration, promo, audiobooks et al) for 25+ years including being the voice of many high profile and long-running campaigns like Subaru and Citibank.
Tish is a 2020 Stevie Award Winner for Female Entrepreneur of the Year and the Dojo for Company of the Year. She is a graduate of Northwestern University’s Theatre Department where bringing stories to life was instilled as a way of life.
About The V.O. Dojo
Inspired by the discipline of martial arts and the fun and playfulness of improv, at The V.O. Dojo we encourage voiceover artists to approach their craft fearlessly and with the wisdom of a warrior.
Unlike many other training programs, the Dojo takes a wonderfully unique and holistic approach to the business of voiceover. We concentrate not only on formal skills and techniques but also on the mind/body/spirit connection necessary to communicate your truth and connect with your audience.
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