The Voice Over Challenge
Attention voice actors! FilmTT is thrilled to announce our voice over challenge, an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills and support the local voice acting community. Record your version of the new FilmTT AD for a chance to win a cash prize of $3000.00 and a one-on-one session with the esteemed voice coach, Oluwaseun Shobo.
To participate in the challenge, check out the advertisement on YouTube . We need you to write and voice a new script that fits the energy of the ad and submit it to us before the deadline. The winning ad will feature at the red carpet premiere of the TV series pilot episode “Mixed Up,” providing excellent exposure to the winner and highlighting their talents. We are eager to see what you can do! Don’t hesitate to submit your recording before the deadline to be considered. Good luck to all participants.
Meet the Judges
Quincy Ross
Introducing Quincy Ross, a highly esteemed Creative Director who has made a significant impact in the industry. With an impressive collection of accolades including multiple ADDY, AAATT, and Anime Caribe awards, Quincy’s talent and expertise have garnered widespread recognition and respect.
With an extensive 26 years of experience in the creative industry, Quincy brings a wealth of knowledge and a seasoned perspective to every project undertaken. He possesses a remarkable skill set in crafting compelling digital content, executing impactful traditional media campaigns, and orchestrating strategic brand campaigns with precision and creativity. Quincy’s expertise also extends to brand migration campaigns, ensuring a seamless and successful transition while maintaining a consistent brand identity.
Notably, Quincy is a distinguished member of the National Registry of Artists & Cultural Workers, reflecting their deep commitment and passion for the arts and cultural landscape. This affiliation showcases Quincy’s dedication to fostering creativity and contributing to the vibrant artistic community.
Aisha Manrique
Aisha is a local, regional, and international voice over talent and coach with a passion to sensitize the voice over craft in T&T. Aisha has voiced various projects for leading brands and she is a strong advocate for the craft sharing that the voiceover industry has tremendous potential in T&T but is still in its nascent stage when compared to the international stages. As such, she is on a mission to help budding voice talents grow and understand the industry. Additionally, by promoting the challenge through social media and collaborations with local organizations that support voice actors, FilmTT will help to promote Trinidad and Tobago as a film-friendly destination for future productions.
International Coach
Oluwaseun Shobo
Fondly called the BrandMASTER, Shobo is a sought-after brand consultant, premium voice over talent and an inspirational speaker. Shobo is a professional member of the World Voices Organization (WOVO) USA and also the Voice and Speech Trainers Association (VASTA), USA where he sits on the board as the first African and Nigerian board Director. Shobo’s projects have attracted global attention which includes a host of local and international media houses. Shobo, an award-winning creative is the recipient of the prestigious SOVAS Voice Arts Global Influencer Award which he received in December 2022. He has also earned numerous awards and accolades from various platforms and higher institutions across Nigeria due to the wealth of experience he has garnered in both the Marketing Communications and Voice Over industry.