Another day of the Great UK Heat wave 2017. The Big Fish Team has been
working away making sure we deliver professional voiceovers to our many
clients. However in this heat that we are experiencing we have some advice for
them and everyone recording in such temperatures.
1. Keep
hydrated
Our voiceover talent keep hydrated by
drinking over 2 litres of water on a normal day. Now in this heat wave when we
are hitting over 31 degrees Celsius drink much more water. Heat stroke and
headaches may occur through lack of water. The booth can get hot and sticky so
take regular breaks and ventilate the booth well.
2. Keep
cool
Use ice packs on the back of the neck and
on the wrists to keep you cool. Or take a tepid to cool shower. Wear
comfortable clothes to record that will keep you cool in the booth. Layering
will be the answer for changes in temperature during reads.
3. Keep
your cool
Yes, we know it’s hot, we know its sticky,
we know its sweaty but try and keep calm and cool as a cucumber while in the
booth. Take a deep breath, get another ice pack and we’ll take it from the top.
4. Keep
the equipment cool
Yes the desk, the kit, the mic and computer
fans can over heat even more quickly in this heat. Keep them cool by using a
fan, closing curtains so the sun doesn’t heat up the booth or studio room.
5. Protect
yourself outside
Even when out and about, protect yourself.
Sun cream, covering up with a top and hat and sunglasses will protect you from
the sun. And if driving, cover the steering wheel or seat so you avoid burning
your hands.
And when the day is over, treat yourself to
some ice lollies, ice creams or a nice Long Island Tea with plenty of ice and
listen to our voiceovers to keep you cool, calm and collected.
