I, Shakyra Dunn, a voice actor, do NOT give permission and will solemnly swear to destroy anyone using my voice for AI. My voice belongs to me, and you don't have my blessing to copy it and say whatever vile statement you wish. Real VA > AI [...I felt the need to be me.]

.....Okay, this was too golden to not share. #dadjoke #MotivationalQuotes #thursdaymood

It is now #veteransdayweekend, and from every corner of the world, soldiers are striving to protect their country, and earning their keep as heroes and protectors. And from another corner, #veterans are continuing to flourish and provide sanctuary to others. In celebration, I'd

On this final day of #VeteransDay2023 weekend, it is now #RemembranceSunday. Give your love, support, and praise to the soldiers that were not able to come home, who fought with all might and determination. We salute you.

Disney released a video celebrating 95 years of Mickey Mouse. Prepare to be emotional watching this one. 🥺 #Disney100

At the end of the day, you need to know yourself. Love yourself. Love what you do. Know how you're gonna do it a bit at a time. ^_^ And in the end, pass that on to others, down the line.

"Show a gif of a game that came out when you were ten years old."

I decided to collect my responses to the voice actors were making fun of the idea of military recruitment at an anime convention (granted the anime they chose was a questionable). I appreciate that they took the time to listen and learn. Maybe this will help others as well.

Know your worth. In every category. From your creative endeavors to your day job, to funding your dreams, know your worth. #Motivation #MotivationMonday #voiceacting #voiceover

This, Ive been at this for 12 years. Thats 12 years ive built up a reputation. Never try to force connections. Never make a connection just to make a gain. Make meaningful connections. SHOW what you can do. Do the work. Do not take advantage of others.

Saw this, thought it'd be fun! Who do you think?

Guess this would be an okay time to ask a random question. What was one of your favorite #childhood stories or book series? Anything you'd recommend? Heck, what are you reading now? #MotivationalQuotes #BooksWorthReading #voiceover #QuestionOfTheDay

In solidarity of standing against AI and the chaos that SAG-AFTRA has thrust upon so many... Keep creating. Keep using your voice, in whatever you prefer or stand for. Because stopping, quitting, it's the easy way out. And you, and all of us, deserve to keep doing what we love.

sorry not sorry but if you’re a sonic, star wars and/or one piece fan and you don’t care about what’s happening across the world, i’m side-eyeing you. idk how it’s easier for y’all to empathize with rebellions in media but not in real life, ESPECIALLY for black and brown people.

Mel Blanc, the voice of Bugs Bunny, was in a serious car accident that put him in a coma. After many unsuccessful attempts to get him to talk, the doctor asked, "Bugs, can you hear me?" Mel responded in Bugs voice: "Whats up Doc?" They used this technique to lead him out of his

Balloons!!! Another year around the sun- here's to the next!!! 🥂

OPEN CASTING CALL 🎙️ Hi everyone! We're casting a character with a feminine voice for our upcoming micro visual novel. Payment is $100. Auditions open from NOW until June 22nd. Full details here: docs.google.com/document/d/15M… Thank you! 🖤 #audition | #castingcall | #voiceacting

To my fellow actors, who have been doing this for HOWEVER long. Just because you didn’t book the part, doesn’t mean you’re not enough. Persistence and patience is key. Comparing yourself to others is a trap and remember to be kind and make GENUINE friendships 😊

I think it's time indie Voice Actors came together to talk about promotional content. We've all done it happily & sometimes under duress. But I think we should discuss charging for promo content so we can all raise the tide & avoid exploitation in an unregulated market. A 🧵