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Episode 93: VOICE OVER CASTING with Mary Lynn Wissner

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Mary Lynn Wisner is a veteran voiceover casting director and founder of Voices Voicecasting with decades of experience casting national commercial, promo, and branded campaigns. She has cast thousands of voice performances for major agencies and production companies, working directly with clients to shape tone, find the right voice, and guide actors through high-level sessions. Known for her clear direction and trusted industry relationships, Mary Lynn has played a key role in helping define the sound of modern advertising—and continues to be a go-to casting director for large-scale, high-visibility projects.

*In this episode, we talk about: *

  • Life cycle of a voice over casting project
  • What Mary Lynn listens for in auditions
  • Is it best read or best sound that wins?
  • What voice actors consistently overthink in auditions
  • How to create relationships with casting directors
  • Are 2nd takes worth it?
  • Mary Lynn's take on risks with auditions

    • Learn more about Mary Lynn HERE

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