What Clients are Saying...
He put me on fast-track to success and the results are already beginning to show.
I studied hard, perfected my skills, and was ready to take it to the next level and join the professional world of voiceover. The only thing holding me back; No Demo.
On a recommendation I went to Chuck Duran, completely naive as to what made a demo really great. Chuck not only created a Demo That Rocks, but gave me a crash course in the business of voiceover. From pin-pointing my vocal signature, branding, and a marketing plan to providing invaluable insights into how to get an agent and booking jobs.
Chuck delivers more than just a demo and goes above and beyond. He put me on fast-track to success and the results are already beginning to show. I am now taking meetings with the top agencies in Los Angeles. All thanks, in large part, to Chuck! (who also happens to be a really cool dude.)
- Kean Eli
Goals were achieved without a doubt from the demos Chuck Duran produced for me.
As the old saying goes “Sometimes you have to create your own luck.” After many years of working, practice, and training, I finally felt I was ready to break into the NY market for promo. Two LA agents and one well known coach all recommended Chuck Duran for my new promo, trailer, and commercial demos. Within a few weeks of receiving the demos, luck was pounding on my door with a premiere New York talent agency and promos for a major network. Both goals were achieved without a doubt from the demos Chuck Duran produced for me.
Demos That Rock is an understatement; it should be Demos That Rock Like F’n Amadeus!
- Dan Nachtrab
Chuck knows exactly the sound he needs to get from you and he knows exactly how to get it.
Why do Chuck's demos rock? Well let me start with the end result first... I sent my demos out at 11am on a Tuesday and within 3 minutes of hitting the send button, no joke, 3 minutes…. 2 of the agencies had e-mailed back saying they loved my stuff and wanted to talk! So how did I get there? Well, it was all thanks to Chuck. He started by picking out material that was perfect for MY voice. He took the time to figure out my range and where I'd sound best and gave me material to help highlight and showcase my strengths.
Next, his direction was incredible! Chuck knows exactly the sound he needs to get from you and he knows exactly how to get it. I got very specific instruction in a kind and helpful way that made the process a joy. Seriously, I had FUN doing it! Finally, the end result… well, it speaks for itself. Listen to any of the demos he's done for me or anyone else and you'll know that his vocal processing, direction, overall mix and sound design are truly second to none and will definitely have you standing out from the massive sea of your peers. All of that, combined with some helpful tips on marketing my "brand" literally changed my prospects as a VO dude. That's why I can without a doubt say that Chuck rocks!!!!
- Pete Gustin
Having a good demo puts you 50% ahead of your competition but having a great demo puts you in the top 10%.
I am an agency owner with departments in multiple countries. I been a voiceover agent and voice director for actors new to the industry, seasoned professionals and celebrity - names such as, Leonardo Dicaprio, Gene Hackman, Armie Hammer, Keira Knightly and Uma Thurman to name only a few.
A voiceover actor’s headshot is their voiceover demo reel and much like on-camera acting, if you don’t look good - or sound good - you’re not going to find your way into any doors. Having a good demo puts you 50% ahead of your competition but having a great demo puts you in the top 10%. You must be within this top 10% to have an opportunity to create a career in voice acting.
As a voiceover agent, I’m sure you can imagine how many demos we receive on a daily basis. At this moment, I have 900 demos we have yet to review. When we do listen to the demo, you are lucky if we listen for longer than 7 seconds. This is why it is critical to have a professionally produced great demo, and this is where Chuck Duran comes in.
I have had clients produce demos with virtually every high-end demo producer in the industry and I tell you with complete honesty that there is no one better than Chuck Duran, in this world - and I am not exaggerating! Chuck’s demo’s, really aren’t demos, they’re actual spots - or at least that’s the way they sound, and “sound” is what this is all about. Additionally, we always put recommendations from Chuck at the top of the pile.
The thing about Chuck Duran is that he does something special when he produces demos. I do not understand how he is able to do this, but in addition to producing the worlds best voiceover demos, he actually makes the voice actor better! Perhaps it’s his innate ability to connect with actors and communicate his vast knowledge. I can attest to this because I have had clients produce demos (or new demos) with Chuck and once they finish with him, they are noticeably better in the booth.
While there are many fantastic demo producers in the industry, Chuck Duran is always my first recommendation for the simple reason that Chucks Demo’s makes us money. I highly recommend Chuck Duran’s services and hope that he continues to produce demos. My ears thank him!
~Shane J. Cormier CEO Idiom Worldwide
I’ve been booking like crazy! Not just in commercials, but also in Video Games, Audio Books, and even Animation!
Ever since we cut my Commercial demo things have just been awesome. I got signed with a major agency in L.A. and I've since gotten representation in Florida and Colorado for Voice Over!
I've been booking like crazy! Not just in commercials, but also in Video Games, Audio Books, and even Animation! The kick-ass demo you produced for me and the advice you've given has taken me pretty far and has even allowed me to go Full-Time with Voice Over.
I wanted to share these victories with you, as there's no way I can thank you enough for helping me on my way to making my dream come true. You rock Chuck!
- Tom Bauer