The VoiceMaster as Commencement Speaker

On March 31, 2015, Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales was invited to be a commencement speaker on the 16th Commencement Exercises of La Consolacion College in Binan, Laguna.

Graduates from the HRM, Business Administration, Psychology and Marketing departments of the school received their awards, citations and diploma in this momentous event. With the theme “Precious journeys in God’s fidelity,” the VoiceMaster delivered a very inspirational speech which he called “Pochology 101: 10 Life Lessons from the VoiceMaster.” He shared 10 of his own quotes that he uses in his speaking engagement to inspire and empower the youth.

“The best way to predict the future is to create it” and “The greatest ability is your availability.” These are just 2 of the many words of wisdom the VoiceMaster shared that the graduates can apply as they step into the proverbial “real world” after graduation. The message is clear: it is all about living one’s life with passion and purpose, just like the VoiceMaster has.

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The VoiceMaster in the 2nd Youth Escape in Ormoc City

Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales has once again visited the city of Ormoc in the 2nd Youth Escape, held at the Eastern Visayas State University, Ormoc Campus, on March 30, 2015.

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Hundreds of students were gathered in the gymnasium to hear the VoiceMaster talk about personal branding and voice acting. He shared his personal experiences when he was younger, the time when he was starting to build his brand and reputation as the VoiceMaster. He also gave the audience a “sample” of his voice acting prowess through the commercials and animation he has voiced.

 Of course, the talk would not be complete without the VoiceMaster’s inspirational words. He introduced Voice of the Youth Network, and shared the achievements of the organization and some of its individual members. He also invited the audience to be part of one of VOTY’s provincial chapter, Voice of the Youth Tacloban.

 The talk ended with some members of the audience joining the VoiceMaster on stage to showcase their own talents in singing and voice acting.

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The VoiceMaster Talks about the Future of Media

 On March 20, 2015, Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales once again graced the College of Communications of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines in their event “Amplify: Hear the Future Voice of Media.” He shared about his personal experience as a voice artist and broadcaster. He also showcased his skills in voice acting by performing the voices of the cartoon characters and commercials he voiced. He also did a live radio drama where he voiced 5 different characters.

During the second half of his talk, the VoiceMaster talked about his youth organization, Voice of the Youth Network. He shared the stage with some members of VOTY who also happens to be students in the college. They each shared their experiences in VOTY and how being a member of the organization changed their life and opened them to new possibilities.

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VoiceMaster Teaches Personal Branding to Students of ABE International College

Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales spoke to the Marketing students of ABE International College in Caloocan City on March 19, 2015. In the seminar “Youth Entrepreneurship,” the VoiceMaster talked about the importance of personal branding in pursuing one’s professional life.

 During his talk, the VoiceMaster talked about his personal life, how he started young in his career as a voice artist, and was therefore considered a veteran in his craft despite a young age. He also shared his talent by showcasing the characters and commercials he has voiced before.

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Creativoices Productions Recognized as Adamson University's Industry Partner

On March 16, 2015, Adamson University held its Industry Partners’ Appreciation Day at The Bayleaf Hotel in Intramuros, Manila. The event aims to strengthen the collaboration of the university with companies that have made significant contribution in the effective attainment of the University’s Academic Research, Internship and Job Placement, Extension Services and Scholarship Programs.

 Creativoices Productions is one of the companies which was recognized by Adamson as an industry partner. Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales, CEO and Managing Director, received the award and token of appreciation.

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The VoiceMaster Hosts Project "Resibo Ko, Boto Ko, Para sa Bayan Ko"

 Always supportive of positive social change for the Philippines, Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales graced San Beda College Manila with his presence as he hosted the launch of “Project Resibo Ko, Boto Ko, Para sa Bayan Ko.” The project is organized by CSR Philippines, an advocacy group headed by TaxWhiz Mon Abrea. The advocacy aims to inform and empower the Filipino youth about taxes, and how they can do their part to spread this awareness in the youth sector.

400 students filled the St. Anselm’s Conference Hall to witness the official launch of the program, which was marked by the speech delivered by the event’s keynote speaker, Sen. Bam Aquino. A video presentation of an inspirational message for the youth, as well as CSR Philippines’ official AVP, followed the keynote speech. The event ended with a panel discussion of youth leaders who talked about the country’s social issues.

The VoiceMaster did his own part in entertaining the audience by showing his skills in voice acting, and at the same time gave additional inspiration by encouraging them to join youth programs, such as National Youth Commission’s Ship for Southeast Asain Youth Program or SSEAYP.

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Voice Acting for Animation and Web Students in Pampanga

On March 14, 2015, The VoiceMaster visited the Holy Angel University in Angeles, Pampanga to share his expertise on voice acting for animation in the Creative Interchange program.

Dozens of students filled the academic hall of the school’s St. Joseph building to hear the VoiceMaster share his experience and expertise in the field of voice acting. They learned about Creativoices, the audio production company founded by the VoiceMaster, as well as the Voice of the Youth Network, the volunteer youth organization founded to inform, inspire, involve and empower the Filipino youth through media and ICT.

The VoiceMaster showcased his talent by performing different voices onstage – from famous commercials to anime characters that he voiced over the years. He also performed a live radio drama in front of the audience. He then showed videos of the video games he has voiced and directed, particularly for Sega games.

 The talk was capped off with a voice acting contest, where some members of the audience showed their voice acting talents. They were awarded with a scholarship to Voiceworx, Creativoices’ basic voice acting and dubbing workshop.

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Voiceworx Caravan Invades Lucban, Quezon

Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales took his entire team of voice acting trainers, as the Voiceworx Caravan workshop landed in the friendly province of Lucban, Quezon.

Hundreds of communication students from Southern Luzon State University filled the AMVI Building where the workshop was being held. The workshop started with a motivational talk from the VoiceMaster, where he shared his experiences and expertise in voice acting. He even entertained the students by doing the voices from commercials, cartoons and video games he has voiced.

The VoiceMaster’s talk was followed by the workshop proper, with topics ranging from vocal warm up, radio drama, voice acting basics and what it takes to be a voice artist.

The workshop ended with a fun-filled song and dance numbers from some members of the audience, and even from the speakers themselves.

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The VoiceMaster Introduces the Generation Z to Teachers

Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales took a turn to Tagaytay to speak at the 11th Annual Conference of the Council of Deans and Educators of Business Region 4A, held at Hotel Dominique on March 6, 2015.

About a hundred educators of business and economics courses listened as the VoiceMaster shared his expertise about the Generation Z – the young generation that is dominating the schools and classrooms of the modern times. He talked about their characteristics, their demographics and what sets them apart from Generation X and Generation Y. He also discussed the effects of modern technology on the behaviour of the Gen Z’s, and how they could learn best in the classroom.

 The VoiceMaster also talked about appreciation for the teacher’s voice, their most important tool in teaching. He introduced the Voice Care for Teachers program, one of his biggest advocacies in supporting the teachers of the country.

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5th Annual HR Students Convention

 

Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales has done it again, and this time, he inspired and motivated a thousand students in the 5th Annual HR Students Convention held on March 5, 2015 at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines.

The VoiceMaster started his talk by telling his life story, and showing his accomplishments as a voice artist. The audience was widely entertained after hearing the VoiceMaster’s different voices from commercials and different cartoon characters. He even performed a live radio drama with 5 characters which he all voices, including sound effects!

 He then talked the art of personal branding, and shared his own experiences and techniques on how he successfully branded himself as the “VoiceMaster of the Philippines”. He ended his talk with inspirational words to the audience, “Never miss an opportunity to be an inspiration to others.”

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DEPED National SSG Students and Teachers Leadership Training

Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales has yet again inspired 1,000 students in the National SSG Students and Advisers Training in Iloilo National High School on March 1, 2015. He shared his words of wisdom on how the youth can be an epitome of greatness and excellence like our national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal.

Of course, his talk wouldn’t be complete without captivating the audience with his voice. He amazed the audience by doing a live radio drama onstage, where he voiced 5 characters including sound effects! He ended his talk with a powerful and empowering idea of LEADING your dream instead of chasing it.

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Voice Care for Teachers in Iloilo

More than 200 teachers from Iloilo National High School gathered on February 28, 2015 to hear Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales speak, and this time, it’s all about taking care of a teacher’s most valuable asset – the VOICE.

 In his Voice Care for Teachers workshop, Pocholo discussed the factors that affect the proper and efficient production of voice, such as breathing and correct posture. The teachers were asked to perform breathing and posture exercises that they can do on a daily basis to aid them in projecting their voice while teaching. He also discussed tips on how to preserve the voice and how to speak in a manner that does not strain the vocal cords.

The teachers were also given the chance to share their experiences with voice problems in their years of teaching. At the end, they were all grateful and empowered with the new information they learned about their primary tool in teaching.

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