The only professional organization
for narrators by narrators
What is PANA?
We champion the irreplaceable role of human narrators. In a world increasingly reliant on technology, we believe the human voice remains a powerful and irreplaceable tool for captivating audiences. Human narrators bring a depth of emotion, nuance, and lived experience that artificial intelligence simply cannot replicate.
PANA is the only organization advocating for narrators in the public consciousness and leading the change we want to see in diversity, equity, and inclusion in the audiobook industry.
Why you should join PANA
- Grow with professional free and subsidized educational classes, workshops, and resources.
- Enjoy free and subsidized narrator-only events.
- Be part of exclusive casting director meetups.
- Find a community of professional narrators in your local area and worldwide.
- Benefit from social, emotional, and professional support.
- Help raise the public awareness of human narrators with listeners and authors.
- Be part of the solution with DEI efforts across the audiobook industry.
- Develop valuable skills and experiences as a volunteer.
- Bring your vision for the narrator community to life.
Upcoming Events
Best Practices for Working with Your Post-Production Team
Learn and review some best practices when working with your post-production team. Whether you’re working directly with your production team or through a publisher, everyone can benefit from these tips and tricks to maintain a positive relationship with editors, engineers, proofers, and…
Social Media Strategies for Narrators
Build genuine connection with listeners and industry professionals without draining your creative energy. Learn sustainable approaches to sharing your work, attracting the right opportunities, and growing your presence while maintaining the energy you need for the booth.
Character Work – Laban
Adapted from the dance vocabulary of Laban, this workshop explores vocal techniques for playfully differentiating characters and making dialect work more embodied and specific. Suitable for all levels.
Audiobook Demo Workshop with Khai Dottoli
Select, perform, and polish audiobook demo material that will best demonstrates a narrators skills and shows producers & casting directors what they want to hear.
Breath Work – Finding & Building Breath Support
Breathing techniques and intentional breath choices are essential to audiobook performance and vocal health. In this class, you’ll learn how to use your breath to differentiate character voices, communicate emotion, build your performance stamina, and minimize the effects of respiratory challenges like…
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