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Annemarie K.

Berlin, Germany

$50/hr
5.0
6 jobs

Hey, I'm a professional voice over talent from Germany with a warm, authentic and energetic voice. Working Under the Artist Name „Anne-Sophie Schwarz“. I'd be happy to help you voice your commercial, image film or explainer video. No matter what kind of voiceover you need I'll bring your project to life. What you get from me: - Great customer service - each 50 words for only 30$ -> the hourly rate equals 50 words - Fast delivery - unlimited revisions included - High-quality audio recordings in wav or mp3 If you have any questions, feel free to send me a message. ____________________________________________ Hey, ich bin eine professionelle Sprecherin aus Deutschland mit einer warmen, authentischen und energetischen Stimme. Bekannt unter dem Künstlernamen Anne-Sophie Schwarz. Ich würde mich freuen, dir bei der Vertonung deines Werbespots, Imagefilms oder Erklärvideos zu helfen. Egal, welche Art von Voiceover du benötigst, ich erwecke dein Projekt zum Leben. Was du von mir bekommst: - Tolle Kundenbetreuung - 50 Wörter für nur 30$ -> die Stundenrate entspricht 50 Wörter - Schnelle Lieferung - Unbegrenzte Überarbeitungen inklusive - Hochwertige Audioaufnahmen in wav oder mp3 Wenn du Fragen hast, schreib mir gerne eine Nachricht.

  • Voice Acting
  • Voice-Over
  • Voice-Over Recording
  • Voice Recording
  • Female Voice
  • German
  • Audio Editing
  • Audio Mastering
  • Audiobook Narration
  • Audiobook
  • Explainer Video
  • Podcast
  • Advertising
  • Film Dubbing
Juan F.

Martinez, Argentina

$25/hr
5.0
366 jobs

Hi! I’m Juan Font 🎙️ — a versatile native Spanish voice talent with a fully equipped professional studio 🏢. Top Rated Plus ⭐ freelancer on Upwork with a 100% Job Success Score ✅ and glowing feedback from clients worldwide 🌎. I’m also the longest-standing Spanish voice talent ⏳, with over a decade of experience dating back to oDesk and Elance. What I do: 🎭 Male & Female Voiceovers | 🎧 Premium Dubbing | 📝 Transcription | 🌐 Translation | ✍️ Script Creation I specialize in premium human dubbing, preserving the tone and emotion of the original speakers 🎧. (AI services may be available only if specifically requested by the client; by default, my service is human-based.) Why work with me: ✅ Fast turnarounds ⏱️ ✅ Seamless communication 💬 ✅ Exceptional quality and attention to detail ✨ Native in Spanish, fluent in Brazilian Portuguese 🇧🇷, French 🇫🇷, and Italian 🇮🇹, ensuring your project sounds natural, authentic, and polished. Ready to elevate your project? Reach out now — no commitments required 👍.

  • Voice-Over
  • Audio Production
  • Argentinian Spanish Dialect
  • English to Spanish Translation
  • Proofreading
  • Singing
  • Video Editing
  • Latin American Spanish Accent
  • Caption
  • YouTube
  • Spanish English Accent
  • Castilian Spanish
  • Subtitles
  • YouTube Video
Ashton H.

Corona, California

$85/hr
4.9
56 jobs

Hello there! My name is Ashton Haugen and I am a voice talent, actor, teacher, singer, and podcaster from the greater Los Angeles area. I have been a full-time Voice Actor since 2019. In that time I have narrated and produced over 200 audiobooks, been featured in Netflix series promos including Cheer Season 2, performed as the English voice of “Ana” in the Netflix movie Switched Up!, voiced digital broadcast commercial campaigns, explainer videos for several clients including the New York Board of Education and Bayer Aspirin, have voiced characters for multiple mobile games, been featured in several episodic fictional podcasts, and created my own podcast with Deanna Cooney and Tessa Livingston called “The Good Talkers Podcast” where we talk all things Voice Over. I am also getting back into live theatre after a several-year hiatus. My first role as I began to rebuild my theatre career was Limerick in the cast of the new TYA musical “Pirates Vs. Leprechauns” at the Wayward Artist in Santa Ana, California. I have also been recently cast as “Gimli” in a production of “Fellowship! A Musical Parody,” which ran in Spring 2025. I have worked for the past 20+ years to expand my skills as an actor and voice talent by studying and taking classes from many working voice actors and casting agents, as well as obtaining private coaching and building my skills and resume. Sarah McLoud, Big Mouth Voices, currently represents me. In addition to all that, I am also an instructor at the Laguna College of Art and Design (LCAD), teaching “Acting For Animators.” When I'm not behind the mic or in front of the classroom, I love to read, sing karaoke with my partner Ian, and cuddle my 15-year-old Papillon, Fender.

  • Voice Acting
  • Narration
  • Voice-Over
  • Voice Recording
  • Podcast
  • Elearning
  • Audio Recording
  • Young Adult
  • Medical Narration
  • American English Accent
  • Animation
  • English
  • Female Voice
  • Audio Mastering
  • Audiobook Narration
Maxwell H.

Helena, Montana

$95/hr
5.0
208 jobs

Voice for hire Deep, rich, confident, assertive, clear, male, American, English, creepy, upbeat, VOICE FOR: Advertising Podcasts Animation Explainer videos Narration Video games Character voices Instructional / training videos Intros / outros Pronunciation aids Novelty Social media content Voicemail / IVR systems AI training (only with residual payment for all future use) Any voice application you want!

  • Voice Acting
  • Voice-Over
  • Voice Recording
  • Male
  • Audio Production
  • Calming Tone
  • Avid Pro Tools
  • Energetic Tone
  • US English Dialect
  • American English Accent
  • Audio Recording
  • Audio Editing
Gerald S.

Los Angeles, California

$30/hr
5.0
33 jobs

Hi! My name is Gerald, and I’d love to work with you on your next project. I’m a bilingual voice actor working in both English and Spanish, with experience in YouTube narration, eLearning, commercials, audiobooks, IVR/phone systems, and more. Please take a listen to my demos to hear the range of styles I can provide. Thank you in advance for the opportunity to collaborate! Fast Delivery: I usually turn projects around within a day, and I’m always open to same-day or overnight requests if you’re on a tight deadline. Work With Me Live: Want to give feedback as we go? I can hop on Zoom, Meet, or whatever platform you prefer so we can nail the tone together. 🎧 **Voice Over Services I Provide:** - YouTube Narration (deep or energetic tone) - eLearning & Online Courses (clear, paced delivery) - Commercials & Social Media Ads (attention-grabbing) - Audiobooks (ACX-approved) - IVR / Phone Systems (U-law/A-law compliant) - English ↔ Spanish Translation & Interpretation - Clean, broadcast-quality audio - Fast 24-48 hr delivery Gear: sE Electronics X1S Mic, Behringer UMC202HD Interface, Logic Pro + Audacity Based in the US | Fluent in English & Spanish | 100% Job Success Let’s bring your project to life!

  • Voice Acting
  • Narration
  • Voice-Over
  • Voice-Over Recording
  • Voice Recording
  • Elearning
  • Audiobook
  • IVR Software
  • Audiobook Narration
  • Male
  • English
  • American English Accent
  • Voice Talent
  • Video Narration
  • Narrative Video
Caleb S.

Zanesville, Ohio

$20/hr
5.0
36 jobs

Are you looking for someone with a conversational, newscaster voice for your book, YouTube channel, or character? Look no further! -I have hundreds of completed narrations, including over a dozen books currently for sale on Audible and/or iTunes, a plethora of YouTube voiceovers covering a wide range of topics, and other narration pieces including various summaries, credits, and vocabulary textbooks. -I have provided voiceovers for multiple YouTube channels, with one video garnering 741k views. -I have worked with clients in South Korea, the United Kingdom, Nigeria, Canada, Australia, Germany, the Philippines, and the United States, so I have practice navigating various communication styles and time zone differences. -I have experience narrating autobiographies, sports stories, textbooks, true crime, self-help, survival, technology, and vehicle topics, which helps me adapt my tone and pacing to fit your project's goals. Here are some reviews about my narration of Dishonor, as found on Audible: "I wasn't expecting such a great narrator, but I was pleasantly surprised and very impressed." "I’ve had it [Dishonor] on my to-read shelf for years. I’m so glad it was made into an audiobook." "I was so caught up in the story I was disappointed to press pause after 6 hours." I am always open to new projects, so if you need a voice do not hesitate to contact me. I can normally be reached 8am-6pm EST Tue-Sat, but will try to respond to messages at any time during the week.

  • Voice Acting
  • Voice-Over
  • Video Narration
  • Audiobook Narration

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Voice actor hiring guide

Voice actors transform written scripts into engaging audio content that connects with audiences. From character voices for video games to professional narration for corporate training, skilled voice talent bring versatility, vocal training, and technical expertise to projects across industries. Whether you need a warm, conversational tone for commercials or dynamic character work for animation, the right voice actor shapes how your message lands.

Businesses hire voice actors to enhance brand storytelling, capture audience attention, and add polish to multimedia projects. Professional voice talent helps ensure consistency in tone and audio quality, helping content stand out on platforms like Spotify, YouTube, and Audible.

What does a voice actor do?

Voice actors bring scripts to life with tone, pacing, and personality. They can help with commercials, video games, podcasts, TV shows, animated films, and even live-action productions. Whether you need a powerful announcer, a playful character dub, or professional narration for corporate training, voice actors help shape how audiences connect with your content.

Voice work typically falls into several categories, including character acting for animation and gaming, commercial voice-overs for advertising, and long-form narration for audiobooks and documentaries. Voice actors also provide specialized services for dubbed international content, e-learning modules, and interactive voice response (IVR) phone systems.

Beyond vocal performance, freelance voice actors also manage the technical aspects of recording. They operate home studios equipped with broadcast-quality microphones and soundproofing, edit audio files to remove background noise or breaths, and deliver clean, polished tracks ready for production.

How to hire a voice actor on Upwork

Upwork makes it easy to find and secure the right vocal talent for your project. The hiring process is flexible, fast, and built to help you find talented, experienced professionals who match your desired tone and have the technical expertise to deliver broadcast-ready audio. Just follow these four simple steps.

Step 1: Post a job

A well-crafted job post is your first opportunity to attract voice actors whose skills and style match your project's unique requirements. In your post:

  • Describe the project type, such as commercial, video game, audiobook, or corporate narration

  • Specify the voice style, including tone (conversational, authoritative), accent, and language requirements

  • List clear deliverables like script length, file format preferences, and the number of included revisions

To draft a tailored job post quickly, try the Job Post Generator powered by Uma™, Upwork's Mindful AI. Describe your needs in a few sentences, and Uma can draft a job post in seconds. You can also quickly create a job post from scratch using job description templates.

Step 2: Evaluate candidates

As you receive proposals, you can compare candidates based on their portfolios, testimonials, and technical skills. For a freelance voice actor, the ability to deliver polished audio is often just as important as vocal quality.

  • Use Upwork's filters to narrow your search by experience, location, and rate

  • Have Uma conduct instant video interviews and provide shortlists of candidates with side-by-side comparisons

  • Listen to voice demos and portfolio projects to assess vocal quality, range, and style

  • Check client feedback for mentions of professionalism, audio quality, and responsiveness

  • Review profiles to confirm candidates have broadcast-quality recording equipment and a professional home studio setup

Step 3: Interview your top choices

Quick video interviews can provide answers to any questions you have left for your top choices. They also help you get a feel for what working and communicating with candidates might be like.

  • Schedule and conduct interviews within Upwork messaging, where you'll receive immediate transcripts and summaries provided by Uma

  • Ask about their range and versatility to perform different characters or tones, ensuring they match your needs

  • Discuss their process for handling pickups, script changes, and directed sessions

  • Confirm their availability and typical turnaround time for recording and editing

  • Clarify their policy on revisions and what is included in their base rate

If you’re unfamiliar with working with or hiring independent talent, you can review common interview questions for freelancers.

Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Before the person you choose can begin work, you’ll need to have a clear contract in place. Contracts protect both parties and help collaborations be successful from beginning to end.

  • Use Upwork’s tools and services for creating and managing contracts, and processing payments

  • Choose fixed-price contracts for projects with clear deliverables, such as voicing a single script

  • Set milestones to break larger projects into manageable deliverables, for example voicing multiple scripts, or chapters of a longer work

  • Choose hourly contracts for ongoing projects, such as voiceovers for an ongoing marketing campaign

  • Specify file requirements including audio format, quality standards, and delivery method

  • Document usage rights to establish where and how long the recording will be used

Consider offering a paid test demo before committing to a larger project. This helps ensure the voice actor has both the vocal range and technical skills your project requires. Once the contract has started, be sure to give the voice actor everything they need to succeed, including access to scripts or other key assets.

How much does hiring a voice actor cost?

The cost of hiring a voice actor depends on project complexity, script length, and usage rights, as well as the actor’s skill and experience. On Upwork, voice actors typically charge $40-$85 per hour. The following chart lists the costs for typical projects found through Upwork.

Basic voice acting project

$200-$500 /project

Entry- to mid-level
  • 30-60 second commercial read
  • Podcast intro
  • Phone system greeting
  • Short instructional video

Standard voice acting project

$500-$1,500 /project

Mid- to senior-level
  • Multiple commercial spots
  • Video game character (limited lines)
  • Narration for 5-10 minute video

Complex voice acting project

$1,500-$5,000+ /project

Senior-level or specialist
  • Full audiobook narration (per finished hour)
  • Video game main character
  • Animated series episode

Ongoing voice work (retainer)

$1,000-$3,000 /month

Mid- to senior-level
  • Weekly podcast hosting
  • Regular commercial updates
  • Ongoing corporate video narration

Voice direction and consultation

$2,000-$5,000+ /project

Expert level
  • Voice casting direction for major project
  • Voice brand strategy development
  • Talent coordination

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring a voice actor worth it?

Hiring a professional voice actor is worth it when you want your content to sound credible, engaging, and consistent. While DIY recording might seem budget-friendly, a skilled voice actor brings years of vocal training, professional equipment, and performance experience that elevate your project. Professionally voiced content achieves higher engagement rates and better brand recall than AI-generated or amateur recordings.

What types of projects need voice actors?

Voice actors work across industries and project types including commercials, video games, audiobooks, and e-learning. Common projects include characters for animation, narration for documentaries, intros for podcasts, greetings for phone systems, and voice-overs for corporate training videos.

How long does a voice acting project typically take?

Project timelines vary by scope, with simple 30-60 second commercial reads often completed in 1-3 days. Standard projects like 5-10 minute narrations typically take 3-7 days, while complex work such as full audiobooks can span weeks. Clearly communicating your deadline in the job post allows voice actors to self-select based on their availability.

What should I include in a voice acting audition?

A voice acting audition should include a request for a short custom sample (15-30 seconds) from your actual script rather than relying solely on general demos. Provide context about your project, target audience, and desired vocal style to help candidates deliver their best performance.

Do I need to provide a script or can the voice actor help write one?

Most voice actors focus on performance rather than scriptwriting, so you should provide a finalized script before recording begins. However, some voice actors also offer copywriting or script consultation services. If you need help developing your script, ask candidates about their writing experience or consider hiring a separate copywriter.