Dubbing PH

From hesitant beginnings to memorable moments An internship is often imagined as a purely professional journey—learning skills, completing tasks, and ticking requirements off a checklist. But for the interns at CreatiVoices Production, the experience turned out to be much more than just learning how dubbing works. It became a space for connection, adjustment, collaboration, and unexpected friendships. At the start, expectations were simple and guarded. Like many interns, they came in thinking it would be a straightforward arrangement: show up, do the work, and go home. Some even admitted that they didn’t expect any form of interaction or bonding at all. During their first meetings, everyone kept to themselves, quietly agreeing—at least internally—that they were “just here for the internship.” Yet, something shifted along the way. Small moments slowly broke the walls they unknowingly built. A casual conversation upstairs. A shared first encounter facilitated by a mentor. A simple gestur...

Recording in Progress Sometimes, voice acting mastery begins with just one line. In this behind-the-scenes practice session, a voice actor works on a simple yet expressive line: “I can already smell the scent of flowers, hooray.” While the sentence itself is short, the process of delivering it reveals how much detail, control, and emotional awareness voice acting truly requires. Under the guidance of an instructor, the actor is coached through timing, pacing, and emotional buildup. The focus is not merely on saying the words correctly, but on feeling them. Small adjustments are made—adding a two-second pause before delivery, preparing emotionally before speaking, and entering the line immediately after the cue. These moments highlight how preparation plays a crucial role, even before a single word is spoken. As the line is repeated, feedback becomes more specific. The instructor encourages stretching certain sounds, especially the word “hooray,” not just vocally but emotionally. It’s n...

  Behind-The-Scenes “Quiet, quiet. Next mic, please.” Inside the studio, silence is never truly silent. It is filled with anticipation, last-minute reminders, and the soft urgency of a production coming to life. This is the world behind Wise Wins, a game show brought to life not just by cameras and scripts, but by voices carefully guided inside the recording booth. As the soundcheck begins, instructions come in quick succession—lower the volume, stand by, smile, breathe. These moments, often unseen by audiences, are where the real work happens. Every cue matters. Every second counts. The energy in the room is focused, yet alive, as the team prepares to capture the perfect take. Once recording begins, the transformation is immediate. The host’s voice takes on authority and warmth, welcoming viewers into a world where intelligence and wisdom are put to the test. “Welcome to the game show where your intelligence and being wise will be measured,” the host declares, instantly shifting f...

  Leonel Benjamin Inside the recording booth at CreatiVoices, time moves differently. What sounds like casual banter at first is actually part of the rhythm of a real dubbing session—one where focus, patience, and experience quietly take center stage. On this day, voice actor Leonel Benjamin steps into the booth to lend his voice to a series, offering a rare glimpse into the realities of professional voice acting. The session opens with light humor and a sense of controlled chaos. Leonel jokes about being busy, poking fun at the long hours that often define a voice actor’s schedule. It’s a familiar reality in the industry—tight timelines, back-to-back sessions, and the constant demand to deliver consistent performances, sometimes within just a few hours. Behind the humor, however, is a clear sense of discipline and familiarity with the process. As the recording progresses, Leonel eases into mentor mode. Addressing someone new in the room, he casually explains spacing, timing, and w...

  Rosana Villegas Voice Acting Voice acting is a vital component of modern media production, serving as a bridge between visual storytelling and emotional engagement. Through vocal expression, performers give depth, realism, and personality to characters in animation, film dubbing, and digital content. Among emerging voice artists in this field is Rosanna Villegas, whose involvement in voice acting reflects the dedication and discipline required in this creative profession. Voice acting requires more than clear pronunciation; it demands strong emotional control, vocal versatility, and the ability to interpret character motivations effectively. A voice actor must communicate feelings such as joy, fear, anger, and compassion solely through sound. This process allows audiences to form meaningful connections with characters, enhancing the overall impact of storytelling. Rosanna Villegas’s engagement in voice acting demonstrates the importance of behind-the-scenes performers in media pr...

Recording a Dubbing Demo for an Upcoming Series CreatiVoices continues to serve as a dynamic training ground for aspiring Filipino voice artists, offering hands-on voice acting sessions that highlight the discipline, adaptability, and emotional depth required in the dubbing industry. Through guided practice and scene work, participants are immersed in the realities of voice acting, where delivering lines is not just about reading a script, but about fully embodying a character’s intention, emotion, and movement. During these sessions, voice artists are challenged to explore different emotional intensities, pacing, and vocal control while repeatedly performing lines to achieve clarity and authenticity. Simple dialogue becomes a tool for learning how tone, breath, and timing can completely change a scene. Trainees are reminded that strong reactions must still feel natural, controlled, and appropriate to the character, reinforcing the importance of balance in performance. VA: Claude The t...

  The VoiceMaster together with Jessie Lasaten  CreatiVoices recently welcomed a meaningful visit from Jessie Lasaten, co-creator of the acclaimed animated film Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia. His presence at the studio became an inspiring moment for aspiring voice artists and content creators, as he shared his experiences in dubbing, animation, and digital content production. More than a studio visit, it was an exchange of ideas rooted in passion for storytelling and the growing role of Filipino voices in the global media landscape. During the discussion, Lasaten emphasized that dubbing goes beyond simply replacing voices—it is about conveying emotion, movement, and authenticity while respecting the story’s original intent. He shared insights from years of translating and dubbing animated content for online platforms, highlighting how digital spaces such as YouTube and streaming services have opened new opportunities for Filipino voice talents who previously had limited access...

  Ka-Voicemate Kathleen Sone at the Studio In a modest yet dynamic dubbing booth, a new generation of voice artists is quietly being shaped — guided by a mentor known as the VoiceMaster, whose passion is transforming raw talent into confident performers ready for the evolving media industry. The training program, fittingly called VoiceOver Flowers, symbolizes growth, patience, and the blossoming of young voices into powerful storytellers. Unlike traditional voice lessons, the VoiceMaster’s approach is immersive and practical. Trainees are introduced directly to real dubbing scenarios, complete with studio equipment, scripts, and performance cues. From learning how to match emotions with animated scenes to mastering timing and clarity, each session simulates the professional world of dubbing. The environment feels less like a classroom and more like a creative battlefield — where mistakes become lessons and confidence is built through experience. VoiceOverflowers being dubbed at Cre...

Featuring Ms. Kathleen Sone In today’s fast-evolving digital media landscape, independent creators are redefining how stories are told—and who gets to tell them. At the heart of this movement is The VoiceMaster at CreatiVoices, a growing creative space where voice actors, sound engineers, and aspiring artists are given real opportunities to develop their craft while bringing international content closer to Filipino audiences. One powerful example of this mission is the Tagalog dubbing of The Amazing Digital Circus. Far from a simple translation project, the session offers an authentic behind-the-scenes look at the discipline of voice acting. The VoiceMaster carefully rehearses emotionally heavy lines, repeats difficult passages, and fine-tunes delivery to capture the psychological depth of Baron Theodor Mildenhall. Each pause, correction, and retake reflects the commitment to producing a performance that feels natural in Filipino while preserving the intensity of the original narrative...

  Amazing Digital Circus Tagalog Dubbing Fan-made dubbing projects continue to grow in popularity, and one notable example is The Amazing Digital Circus Tagalog dubbing by The VoiceMaster at CreatiVoices. More than just translating lines, the project shows how much effort, emotion, and technical practice goes into localizing animated content for Filipino audiences. The recording session reveals a raw, behind-the-scenes look at voice acting in action. Throughout the process, The VoiceMaster repeatedly revises lines, adjusts delivery, and corrects wording to better capture the intensity of the character Baron Theodor Mildenhall. From dramatic monologues to suspense-filled warnings, each line is carefully rehearsed to sound natural in Filipino while still preserving the dark tone of the original scene. A major highlight of the dubbing is the emotional narration of Baron Theodor’s story—his obsession with hunting, his growing paranoia, and the tragic consequences that follow. The perfo...

Pocholo, the Voice Master Behind Kaiju’s Roar Voice acting is more than just reading lines—it is a dynamic process of emotion, timing, correction, and collaboration. The from Kaiju No. 8 Dubbing by The VoiceMaster at CreatiVoices gives a rare behind-the-scenes look into how raw dialogue transforms into a polished performance. The session captures VoiceMaster actively switching between intense action lines and softer emotional moments, showing how voice actors must constantly adjust tone, pacing, and delivery. From powerful declarations like taking down enemies, to vulnerable pleas and personal reflections, the transcript highlights the wide emotional range required in anime dubbing. Repeated takes such as “Isa pa, take two,” along with on-the-spot corrections, demonstrate how refinement is a normal part of the creative process—not a setback, but a tool for improvement What stands out is the collaborative atmosphere. The recording isn’t a silent, rigid process; it’s filled with feedback...

  Pocholo De Leon Gonzales - Voice / Dubbing Director for HERO TV In 2005, long before social media tutorials, online masterclasses, and creator platforms became commonplace, the world of Filipino dubbing remained largely invisible to the public. Audiences heard the voices, loved the characters, and followed the stories, but few understood how Tagalog dubbing was actually created. That quiet separation between audience and process changed with a simple but historic video. Titled DUBBING 101 – Tagalog Dubbing , the vlog documented an actual dubbing session featuring the Tagalog dubbers of the hit series Meteor Garden and other popular shows. It is now widely regarded as the first documented dubbing vlog in the Philippines , offering the public its earliest inside look at the real working environment of Filipino voice artists. At the center of this initiative was Pocholo De Leon Gonzales , then a young dubbing director at Hero TV Production, who would later become known nationwid...