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Voiceover Work

Record voiceovers for ads, videos, and audiobooks

Voiceover Work pays $20-$100 per hour. With 10 hours per week, you can earn $866-$4,330 per month.

What is Voiceover Work?

Voiceover artists record narration for commercials, YouTube videos, corporate training, audiobooks, and podcasts. A decent microphone and quiet recording space are all you need to start. Unique voices and accents are in demand.

Voiceover Work Earnings Breakdown

Hours/WeekWeekly (Low)Weekly (High)Monthly (Low)Monthly (High)
5 hours$100$500$433$2,165
10 hours$200$1,000$866$4,330
15 hours$300$1,500$1,299$6,495
20 hours$400$2,000$1,732$8,660
30 hours$600$3,000$2,598$12,990

Skills Needed

Clear speaking voiceMicrophone techniqueAudio editing basics

Tips for Getting Started

  1. 1

    Audiobook narration via ACX can generate royalty income for years

  2. 2

    A treated closet with blankets makes a surprisingly good recording booth

  3. 3

    Create demo reels in different styles — commercial, narration, character