Voice over rates calculator
Need help determining voice over rates?
Voice over costs can be complex – especially in the online environment. Voice actors with agents or union representation can command very high fees, but – as a general rule – the fees are set according to the number of words – words rates – and purpose.
Our voice over rates calculator is designed to give you a better idea of the costs involved when hiring a voice actor.
Use our voice over rates calculator
Specify your requirements and get an estimated project cost. Note that usage fees are not included.
Voice123 is an open marketplace. Fee negotiation is therefore solely between client and voice actor. These rates are based on actual figures quoted by voice actors on the platform. Referencing Voice123’s direct booking functionality, you can set your own budget and then see who’s available at that rate. Use the Voice123 search engine to find and book voice actors here.
Voice acting rates: Reference budget
These estimates are for non-union, non-broadcast projects and show rates per minute as well as rates per word count. Studio time and overall recording session duration are not taken into account.
Finally, please note that the total fee calculation may also vary based on market size, as specified here, pre – and post- production, buyouts, and residuals.
| Finished minutes based on 150 words per minute | Word count | Reference budget |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 1 minute | 150 or less | $50 – $200 |
| 2 – 5 minutes | 150 – 750 | $200 – $350 |
| 5 – 15 minutes | 750 – 2250 | $350 – $500 |
| 15 – 30 minutes | 2250 – 4500 | $500 – $750 |
| 30 – 45 minutes | 4500 – 6750 | $750 – $1000 |
| 45 – 60 minutes | 6750 – 9000 | $1000 – $1250 |
If you’d like to know more about voice over rates, please check out this help center article.
Learn more about voice over rates
What VO rate should I offer a voice actor?
In the online environment, there are numerous platforms representing voice actors, and in most instances, the actors are responsible for setting their own rates. Both the Global Voice Acting Academy in the US and Gravy For The Brain in the UK have rate guides that are the gold standard for non-union voice acting professionals, but ultimately, the client’s budget and voice actor’s preferences determine the rate.
The Voice123 Rate Guide
Because Voice123 is an open marketplace, fee negotiation is solely between client and voice actor. The rates we propose are based on actual figures quoted by voice actors on the platform. Referencing Voice123’s direct booking functionality, you can set your own budget and see who’s available at that rate. Voice123 has newbie and seasoned professionals. Newbies will likely charge less but may not yet have the skill set you require. If your project rate is higher, you’ll get experienced voice actors.
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1Hire a voice actor by posting a project or using the Voice123 search engine – it’s free to do.
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Listen to custom auditions or pre-recorded samples to find the best voice actors for your project.
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Pay directly or avoid cross-border hassles with Voice123’s Secure Payment service.
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