MY PERSONAL VOICEOVER RATES
Looking to hire voice over services? While I can’t speak to the rates of all professional voice actors, this handy-dandy guide will help estimate voice over costs for your project.
To lock in a rate, I’ll need to understand the scope and how the recordings will be used. So, get in touch to receive a quote!
Prices listed are in Australian dollars (AUD), are subject to changes and session minimums (basic session fee). Quotes are provided in your local currency upon request. Feel free to specify that in your inquiry.
So, how much does it cost to hire a voice actor?
VO SERVICES
Video Games & Animation
from $320 per hour
(~60c per word, ~$5 per line)
Audio Dramas
from $180 per hour
(~35c per word, ~$3.5 per line)
Dubbing & ADR
$175 per hour* (credited roles)
$125 per hour* (background/un-credited)
*minimum 2.5 hour call with live direction
– A premium applies for self-directed services in my own studio
Audiobook Narration
$250 PFH – per Finished Hour (in studio)
$350 PFH (raw punch & roll, ~4c/word from my own studio)
$450 PFH (fully produced, ~5c/word)
Student & Non-Commercial Portfolio Projects
Pitch me your stuff!
I love collaborating with talented creatives and contributing to their body of work. Simple rule is: Let’s make something to get YOU HIRED. However, if you sell it and it makes you money, help me recoup some of my invested time and experience!
E-learning
from $485 (35-50c per word)
Corporate Narration, Explainer & Brand Videos
from $325 (internal use)
from $380 (organic online use)
Commercials & Podcast Ads
$220 per track* + usage fee – per broadcast term, platform, territory & product
*Audio Commercials (Radio/Audio Streaming) may inlude up to 5 tracks per session.
– For specific usage fees, please refer to the MEAA Voiceover Rate Card
Trailers
Billed as “Commercial” or “Brand Video” depending on usage.
Podcast Intro & Outro
from $300
Message-On-Hold & IVR
from $400 (per entity)
Pick-Ups & Revisions
typically 50% base rate for script revisions per session
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
A/V Editing & Post-Production
Editing, proofing, mastering, file splits, etc.
$65 per hour
Mixing, music, sound design, etc.
$125 per hour
Production Support Services
Project management, casting support, copy editing, etc.
$50 per hour
Cancellation fee
Within 24 hours of scheduled live session – $200
So, how much does it cost to hire a voice actor? The simple answer is: “It depends!” There are many factors that impact rates from one performer to another.
Additionally, keep in mind that concessions may apply for internal use (developmental or scratch recordings) and select projects. Also Hybrid Agreements or Deferred Payment can be arranged for micro-budget projects.
HOW LONG IS DELIVERY?
Shorter recordings can typically be delivered on the same work day, or next business day! This also depends on the number of projects in the queue, requirements and scope of each.
Of course, skipping the queue may affect voice over costs during busy periods, so consider planning in advance to avoid additional fees!
On longer-term projects, you’ll receive status updates at a cadence that suits your needs.
For insights into current industry average rates please visit the GVAA Rate Guide or MEAA Voiceover Rates.
I reserve the right to re-issue a quote prior to performing work where the scope of work, usage, or script length has changed. Per line rates are available for indie productions, which are provided in good faith. A surcharge may be applied to the per-line rate for longer passages or monologues.
LET’S PLAY!
Get in touch with me via email to chat about your project scope and budget. We can schedule a call to discuss your needs:
