Voice Care for Teachers Workshop in San Jose del Monte Bulacan

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On September 13, over 50 public school teachers attended the Voice Care for Teachers workshop held at the Grotto Vista Resort in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan.



The whole-day workshop began with Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales giving a motivational talk. He shared his experience not only on how he became one of the best voice artists in the country, but how he has utilized his frustrations, disappointments, and experiences in building advocacies that help other people find and express their own voices.

The VoiceMaster also talked about the Generation Z, the generation of young people dominating the modern-day classroom. He discussed their mindset, lifestyle and behavior to give the teachers a better understanding of the students they are teaching. He shared tips on how to best engage these young people in class so that their learning becomes fun, relevant and meaningful.

In the afternoon, Voice Care Philippines’ Executive Director Ada Cuaresma took over the workshop and to teach the participants about voice care. Her module started with the importance of the voice in the teaching profession, the different factors that make teachers prone to voice problems. She also discussed the process of how voice is produced, and led the participants through a series of exercises for the voice.



The workshop ended with tips on how to take care of the voice, and the teachers coming up with action plans to implement their learning from the workshop.

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The VoiceMaster Teaches Voice Acting for Raket.ph

Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales facilitated the “Voice Acting 101” workshop organized by Raket.ph – the country’s leading online hub for freelancers. The workshop was held on September 11, 2015 at The One School in Makati.

The VoiceMaster opened the workshop with an introduction, where the students get to know each other’s names and motivation for attending the workshop. He then shared his bittersweet journey in the voice acting industry, which started in 1996 – from the competition he won, to the veterans in the field who mocked and turned him down, to the creation of his own company and voice acting school.

The VoiceMaster also gave tidbits of inspiration and motivation to the participants to help them kickstart their voice acting careers. His motivational talk was followed with a series of voice acting exercise that enabled the participants to explore their vocal range. Each student was also given the chance to do voice acting using a script they have created.

The 3-hour session was entertaining yet meaningful for the aspiring voice artists who attended the workshop.

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The VoiceMaster Shares 21st Century Parenting Tips in the Baby and Family Expo 2015

The VoiceMaster is an expert when it comes to voice and communication, but not just for personal or professional development. That’s why in the Baby and Family Expo held last September 5 at the Megatrade Hall, the VoiceMaster shared his knowledge on how to communicate – as a parent.

In his talk “What the Kids Want and Need,” Pocholo shared tips on how to raise happy, confident and kind children in the 21^st century. It is no longer a secret that technology has birthed a whole new breed of children whose mindset, lifestyle and behaviors are very different from their parents’ time. That said, parents of today are faced with the challenge of being the last generation of low-tech parents to raise the first generation of high-tech sons and daughters. The VoiceMaster emphasized on communication as the primary tool to keep a healthy relationship between parents and their children. Instead of attempting to control them and keep them away from social media or the internet, understand what they are doing and guide them in using it for their good.

For the second half of his talk, the VoiceMaster called onstage his very own son, Patrick Gabriel, to share his insights on how parents can raise happier kids. In his talk entitled, “Dear Parents, Love, Your Kids,” Patrick gave 5 parenting tips from a kid’s point of view. He also showed how much he has been following the footsteps of his dad by giving a sample of his own voice acting talent.

In the end, the audience were amazed and captivated by the father-and-son tandem they have witnessed onstage.

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The VoiceMaster Inspires Local and International Youth Delegates in AYLA’s 3rd Advocacy Camp

The ASEAN Youth Leader’s Association (AYLA) organized the 3^rd Advocacy Camp on August 28-30, 2015 at the Phillip’s Sanctuary in Antipolo, Rizal.

Over 50 delegates including representatives from Myanmar, Vietnam, Singapore and Indonesia participated in the camp with the theme “ASEAN POV: Discover Yourself, Define ASEAN.” The 3 days was filled with workshops, exercises and teambuilding activities that tackle different topics related to the ASEAN youth.

Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales kicked off the first day of camp with his workshop on personal branding. He started by sharing his own story and experience on how he branded himself as the VoiceMaster in his career as a voice artist, and as a motivational speaker. He also shared his local and international experience as a youth advocate since he was 16 years old, and shared information about his advocacy organization, Voice of the Youth Network. Of course, the VoiceMaster showcased his voice acting talent by doing the voices of various cartoon characters.

Voice Care Philippines’ Executive Director Ada Cuaresma joined the VoiceMaster to conduct a mini-workshop on 10 steps to building your personal brand. The participants learned ways on how to be known for their own passion and advocacy, and how they can communicate it to others.

The workshop ended with inspiring words from the VoiceMaster, who encouraged the participants to act now and respond to their calling to be an inspiration to their fellow youth.

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The VoiceMaster Inspires Mapua Makati’s Marketing Students in “iMarketing”

About a hundred Marketing students from the Mapua Institute of Technology in Makati were entertained, inspired and empowered by the VoiceMaster in the seminar entitled “iMarketing” organized by the Mapua Junior Marketing Association on August 24.

In his talk about personal branding, the VoiceMaster shared his personal journey as a voice artist, radio broadcaster, and motivational speaker. He inspired and motivated the students with his words of wisdom which he fondly calls “Pochology 101.”

As he got into the meat of the discussion, Pocholo shared 10 tips on how to build a personal brand. From using the internet and building one’s social media profile and blog, to establishing a career in public speaking, the VoiceMaster took personal branding to a whole new level by motivating and inspiring the audience to find their purpose in life and build a personal brand from it.

The VoiceMaster also introduced his youth organization, Voice of the Youth Network, and opened the opportunity to the students to fulfill their dream of their voice being heard in the society.

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The VoiceMaster Conducts a Voice Acting Workshop in St. Paul University Manila

Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales has inspired and motivated the 3^rd year Mass Communication students of St. Paul University, Manila in a half-day voice acting workshop on August 15, 2015.

The VoiceMaster shared to the audience his journey in the voice acting world. He talked about the mentors, the friends, the partners he has worked with in the field of voiceovers, dubbing and radio broadcasting. He also shared about the challenges he met along the way – the frustrations, the harsh realities, the rejections – that became his driving force to create his voice acting school, the Philippine Center for Voice Acting. The VoiceMaster also talked about Voice of the Youth Network, and how this organization that he founded has given Mass Communication students the venue to experience real-life radio broadcasting even while they were still in school. Of course, the talk would not be complete without the audience hearing the many character voices of the one and only VoiceMaster!

Pocholo’s talk was followed by the more technical part of the workshop. Two of Pocholo’s protégé’s – Ada Cuaresma and Andrew San Fernando – conducted the voice acting workshop. Also known as the “Voice Care Queen,” Ada talked about the science of producing voice. She taught the students proper techniques along the process of producing voice, like proper breathing and posture. Andrew, also known as the “VoiceMonster,” inspired the students with his accomplishments as a voice artist – from dubbing to hosting to doing voiceover work for one of the most popular reality shows on TV today. He also taught the students techiques on how to “play” with the voice using various exercises to explore one’s pitch and tone of voice.

The voice acting workshop was organized by the Integrated Student Media Society, an academic organization of Paulinian Mass Communication students.

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Your Road to GREATness! Great L.I.F.E. 2015

Have you been thinking about starting your own business? What do you need to be an effective leader? How can you communicate with power in your personal and business relationships? What does it really take to be GREAT?

Witness and experience four of the country’s coolest and most engaging young-achievers-turned-motivational-speakers in this generation in “Great L.I.F.E. 2015.” Happening on September 26 at the SM Megatrade Convention Center, SM Megamall.

AIB Trainings’ Impact Chief Al Ian Barcelona, Pambansang Inspirasyon Lloyd Luna, L.I.F.E. EnterTrainer Johner Fernandez, and VoiceMaster of the Philippines Pocholo Gonzales come together on one stage to inspire, motivate and empower students and young professionals with the secrets to a – well – GREAT LIFE. Learn about achieving financial breakthroughs, powerful interpersonal skills, effective leadership skills and many more in one fun-filled afternoon.

Learning investment for this event is Php 700. Students and teachers may buy their tickets at a discounted price of Php 500.

Register now by visiting https://www.eventbrite.com/e/great-life-2015-tickets-18163036130

Activate your potentials and be on the road to a Great L.I.F.E.!

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The VoiceMaster Talks About Generation Z at Smart Kids Asia 2015

Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales has yet again captivated and mesmerized an audience of teachers and students in the Smart Kids Asia 2015, held at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City on August 1, 2015.



With one of his most popular topics “Understanding the Generation Z,” the VoiceMaster discussed the lifestyle and behaviors of this generation of young people, especially the influence of technology and the internet in their lives. He bridged the gap between this generation of students and their teachers, who are mostly from Generation X and Y. It was indeed an interesting opportunity for “meeting of the minds” when it comes to 21^st century learning.



One of the highlights of the VoiceMaster’s talk was when his son, Patrick Gabriel, took the stage to share his personal views as a Gen Z! As the country’s youngest broadcaster and motivational speaker, Patrick shared how his generation is the most efficient generation because of the technologies available to them, and how great his generation is because they believe that anything is possible.

Smart Kids Asia is the largest educational fair where parents and children get to experience educational and mind-expanding fun through various exhibits, games and activities.

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The VoiceMaster Amazes 5,000 Kids with "Super Appleboy"

About 5,000 elementary students gathered together in the gymnasium of Baclaran Elementary School for the Big Apple Day 2015.

Apple Drive Project founder RJ “Appleboy” Garcia was joined by his friends on the event, – Titser Fe of “Education Under the Bridge,” Youtube sensation Mikey Bustos, and representatives from JCI Makati. The kids were entertained with song and dance performances from GMA 7 stars, and also a storytelling session by Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales.

The VoiceMaster drove the point of healthy eating home by telling the story of Super Appleboy, who chose to eat apples instead of candies. Of course, the VoiceMaster amazed the audience by telling the story using many different character voices.

The Appledrive Project is a campaign that educates indigent kids in both rural and urban areas in the Philippines to advocate a healthier lifestyle by eating apples, instead of candies or chocolates. The Appledrive Project goes out to communities to promote good personal hygiene and an overall improved way of life through various activities like book reading, medical missions, feeding programs, and more.

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The VoiceMaster Speaks About Business Innovations in Asia Digital Marketing Expo 2015

On July 26, 2015, hundreds of representatives from various agencies and companies gathered at SMX Convention Center in SM Aura, Taguig City, for the Asia Digital Marketing Expo (ADME) 2015.

With the theme “Empower. Connect. Inspire and Learn,” the expo aimed to put onstage dozens of top executives together in an engaging panel discussion regarding the future of online digital marketing in the country. Four panel discussions were discussed in the whole day event, covering topics like positioning the Philippines as a gateway of east-to-west economy, embracing innovation, inclusive growth and cashless society in the Philippines.

Panelists include personalities like Chinkee Tan, Viber General Manager Kristian Melquiades, Elebram Systems Group CEO Mikel Yaw, Comelec Director James Jimenez, Zalora Marketing Director Constantin Robertz, Robert Yupangco of Yupangco Group of Companies, and Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales.

As part of the panel on disrupting tradition and embracing innovation, the VoiceMaster shared his experience in using the internet to brand himself in his niche. He also talked about the importance of personal branding both online and offline, which helped him and his company a lot in being established as the premier choice for professional voice over services. Of course, the VoiceMaster also entertained the audience by doing some voices.

AdMe 2015 was organized by TAG Media and Public Relations under the care of Engineer Grace Bondad-Nicolas.

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Voiceworx Successfully Kicks Off Batch 33

By: Dorothy Aireen Lipit

Creativoices Productions once again welcomed aspiring voice artists as Voiceworx –Basic Voice Acting and Dubbing Workshop – started batch 33 on July 4, 2015. Over 20 students in the morning and afternoon classes combined attended the first session, which was conducted by no less than Creativoices’ CEO and Managing Director, Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales.

Sir Choy – as the VoiceMaster is fondly called – kicked off the class with a unique getting-to-know-you game, so that the class gets to know each other while breaking the ice. It was then followed by an inspirational talk where Sir Choy shared his journey to becoming the VoiceMaster of the Philippines. The class ended with each student writing a script and getting their first shot at audio recording!

MEET BATCH 33

Get to know some of the students from Voiceworx Batch 33:

Ruby Garcia from Paranaque learned that as a future voice artist, she must be confident even in writing scripts. She learned from Sir Choy that the first person to perform the script is the writer himself.

Kat Garcia, 27 years old, currently an online tutor of Japanese students, boldly shared that we should develop our voice for it to become more animated. She aims to become a “world-class voice artist” someday. She also added that we must enjoy ourselves and what we are doing because if not, we will give up on them eventually.

For Kenneth Pilin, who is still figuring out what he wants to do in life, the workshop reminded him to trust his own self and skills more. “I need to believe in myself.” Kenneth truly wishes to become a voice artist—a great and confident one; a voice behind a character for his own. He emphasized that voice acting is the very first thing he ever chose for himself.

Like most of the attendees of the workshop, Ruffa Valero, an English and academic tutor and volunteer Sunday School teacher from Marikina City, told us that being one of the sought-after voice artists in the Philippines was her childhood dream. The potential she sees in her voice was her primary motivation in joining Voiceworx. As long as she learns and loves what she is doing, she does not mind the distance of the seminar venue from home.

The students of Batch 33 are truly excited for the next sessions of Voiceworx. United by one goal, they are anticipating that they will eventually learn the proper techniques, skills, and proper attitude in becoming successful in the craft someday.

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The VoiceMaster Speaks at the International Film Expo 2015

On June 26, 2015, Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales spoke about Voice Acting for Animation on the opening day of the International Film Expo 2015 in SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia.

Together with Creativoices’ COO and Marketing Director Brian Ligsay, they talked about the importance of voice in animated films, and the future of voice overs in the Philippines. The VoiceMaster introduced Creativoices Productions to the audience, its Voice Acting and Dubbing Workshop, and the many students they have produced who are now making their name in the industry. Brian then continued the presentation to explain further the steps to take to establish a career as a voice artist. The talk was followed by a Q&A, where the audience asked questions about being a voice artist and how to attend the voice acting workshop.

 

In the 3-day expo, IFX 2015 is a showcase of local and international film production companies, film schools and other filmmaking services. Hundreds of film enthusiasts filled the venue to witness the exhibits and talks featured during the event.

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The VoiceMaster Writes a Book on Voice Care

What is your most important tool as a teacher? Is it your lesson plan? Your books? Your intelligence and positive mental attitude? When asked, teachers are likely to forget the very essential tool that they intensely use above everything else – the VOICE.

Teachers make up the largest population of “professional voice users,” or the people whose occupations rely heavily on the use of the voice. In addition, teachers have far greater vocal demands than others – speaking for up to 6 hours a day on a daily basis, to 40 to as much as 70 students, in an environment that is not always conducive to teaching. Despite the importance of voice in their vocation, however, teachers get very little to no training on how to USE and NURTURE it.

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Voice artist, broadcaster and motivational speaker Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales brings to the teaching community his first book, “Voice Care for Teachers: Save your Voice, Save your Career”. It is filled with theoretical and practical information on how to care for the teacher’s voice, as well as how to use voice acting skills for the 21st century learners. The book includes exercises, techniques and tools that will make the reader examine their voice very closely, perhaps for the first time in their life.

Pocholo is also the founder of Voice Care Philippines, a non-profit organization that aims to equip all professional voice users with the knowledge, tools and techniques to save their voice and save their career. Pocholo believes that the voice is the most powerful and miraculous God-given gift, which is why it became his advocacy to teach people to protect and care for it, especially those who depend on it to accomplish their life’s work.

Voice Care for Teachers is also offered as a 2-day workshop to schools all over the country.

For more information, visit http://www.voicecarephilippines.com/book.html or search “Voice Care Philippines” on Facebook.

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The VoiceMaster Speaks at the SPAM Inc. Extramural 2015

On April 28, 2015, Pocholo “The VoiceMaster” Gonzales opened the Extramural 2015 as the Keynote Speaker.

In line with its theme “Going beyond the Conventional: Training the Trainers, Campus Press and Communication Students,” the VoiceMaster shared his experiences in voice acting and radio broadcasting, and how he went beyond the norms of those fields by establishing a voice acting school and founding an organization of volunteer youth broadcasters. Several teachers and students from different parts of the country were captivated, inspired and empowered as the VoiceMaster showcased his voice acting talents, and also imparted his words of wisdom which he fondly calls “Pochology 101”.

“Just like Jose Rizal, each one of us can be an epitome of greatness and excellence,” the VoiceMaster said, addressing the young members of the audience. He closed his keynote speech with the words “Availabilty is your greatest ability” in order to inspire everyone to take action and start walking their purpose NOW.

Extramural 2015 is a 3-day event organized by the School Press Advisers Movement (SPAM) Inc., and is being held in the Marello Retreat House in Tagaytay City from April 28-30, 2015.

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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 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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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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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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Voiceworx Caravan in St. Dominic College Cavite

On February 19, 2015, the VoiceMaster and his Voiceworx Caravan team visited St. Dominic College of Asia in Bacoor, Cavite for fun-filled day of voice acting workshop.

Dozens of students taking up Communication courses attended the workshop. The students witnessed the VoiceMaster’s talent in voice acting, and also heard his words of inspiration on how powerful the voice and communication is. After his talk, the rest of the Voiceworx Caravan team – members of Voice of the Youth Network and broadcasters of their own respective radio programs under VOTY – each took the stage and shared their own experiences, and taught voice acting basics to the workshop participants.

The day ended with the students taking their stab at voice acting by doing a live radio drama in class.

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