How to Find Voice Over Jobs:
Where to Look, How to Audition and How to Get Booked
A practical guide for voice actors: the places real voice over work comes from, how to choose which jobs to audition for, how to avoid scams, and how to turn one booking into repeat clients.
Quick Answer: Where to Find Voice Over Jobs
Summary of Key Action Points
Curated marketplaces: Use a curated marketplace where artists are reviewed and clients pay into escrow, so you are not competing with everyone.
Add other channels: Agents, production companies and studios, direct outreach to businesses, audiobook platforms and your own past clients.
Be ready before you apply: A clean recording space and a short demo for each kind of work.
Audition selectively: Pick jobs that fit your voice, usage and deadline, and send short, clean samples.
Protect yourself: Never pay to audition, and never accept payment outside the platform for a job found on it.
Keep clients: Deliver early, stay organised and follow up.
In This Guide
Five Questions to Ask Any Voice Over Jobs Site
Ask these five questions of any site, including ours. We believe transparency protects artists and sets realistic expectations for your voice acting career.
| Question | Why it matters | AumVoice's answer |
|---|---|---|
| Who gets in? | The more open a site, the more crowded every casting notice becomes, driving down audition visibility. | Every voice artist profile and audio reel is reviewed for room treatment and noise floor quality before entering client-facing search. |
| What do you pay, and what does it buy? | Some fees buy a place on the list; others buy a better position in a queue. Transparent fee structures prevent hidden pay-to-play gating. | Creating an account is free. An annual Subscription ($49 to $99, depending on the plan) keeps your profile listed. AumVoice takes a 10% commission on jobs you are hired for. All active subscribers see matching jobs equally without paywalled bidding tiers. |
| How many matching jobs do you see? | Some sites show only part of the work that suits you unless you purchase premium tiers. | You see 100% of open public castings and direct client inquiries matched to your specified vocal demographic, native languages, and categories. |
| Does the order you audition in matter? | If speed alone decides who wins, artists spend all day refreshing inboxes rather than focusing on quality reads. | Auditions are presented to clients organized by relevance and vocal suitability. While responding reasonably quickly is good practice, clients listen to auditions based on quality, not just who submitted first. |
| How are your recordings protected? | A demo or audition audio sample is easy to copy or scrape for uncredited use or automated AI training. | Clients must fund project milestones in escrow. Auditions are strictly limited to short excerpts. Furthermore, your audio recordings are never used to train AI models unless you provide explicit, separate written consent. |
Six Places to Find Voice Over Jobs
Where real voice over work comes from: explore the primary casting channels, how they work, and what to watch out for as you grow your career.
Curated Marketplaces
Platforms like AumVoice review talent profiles, verify audio quality, and ensure clients fund projects into escrow before work begins. Clients search directories directly or post private briefs.
Talent Agents & Managers
An agent submits you for bigger projects like national TV commercials, feature animation, and major video game roles. They typically take a commission (often 10% to 20%) on booked work.
Production Companies & Studios
You email e-learning, explainer, animation, and radio production companies directly. Audio producers constantly need dependable voices on short notice for recurring client campaigns.
Direct Pitching to Businesses
You contact marketing, training, and creative teams on LinkedIn or by email with a tailored demo addressing their specific industry or product voice needs.
Audiobook Platforms & Authors
You narrate for authors and publishers via platforms like ACX or direct publisher contracts, paid either per finished hour (PFH) or via a royalty share model.
Open Marketplaces & Gig Sites
Anyone can list a profile; clients post jobs and many people respond. These sites can help beginners build initial confidence, but come with distinct trade-offs.
Two More Valuable Sources for Work
How the Channels Compare
Compare casting channels by operating mechanics, joining costs, best use cases, and key factors to evaluate before investing your time.
| Channel | How it works | Cost to join | Best for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curated marketplaces (like AumVoice) | Your profile is reviewed; clients search, invite you or post briefs; payment is held in escrow. | Subscription ($49–$99/yr) & 10% commission | Steady, varied work | Check fees and how many jobs you see. |
| Open marketplaces and gig sites | Anyone can list; clients post jobs and many people respond. | Varies (free to tiered) | Building experience | High competition and price pressure; check paid tiers and how they affect what you see. |
| Talent agents and managers | An agent submits you for bigger projects and typically takes a commission (often 10 to 20 percent). | Usually none up front | National TV, animation, games | You need a strong demo and credits first. |
| Production companies and studios | You email e-learning, explainer, animation and radio production companies directly. | None | Repeat work | You must do the outreach yourself. |
| Direct pitching to businesses | You contact marketing, training and creative teams on LinkedIn or by email with a tailored demo. | None | Corporate and e-learning | No middleman, so always use a formal contract. |
| Audiobook platforms and authors | You narrate for authors and publishers, paid per finished hour or a royalty share. | Usually none up front | Long-form work | A royalty share can pay little; check each platform's current rules. |
Voice Over Job Categories and Typical Pay
These are typical ranges, not promises of earnings. You set your own rates, and your results depend on your skills, the market and the work you win.
| Category | What it is | Typical pay (from /voice-over-rates) |
|---|---|---|
| Commercials | TV, radio, YouTube and social ads | $250 – $2,500+ |
| E-learning | Training modules and courses | $0.25 – $0.45 per word |
| Audiobooks | Fiction and non-fiction | $150 – $350 per finished hour (PFH) |
| Corporate | Product demos, presentations, brand films | $200 – $750 per script |
| Video games and animation | Characters, effort sounds, series | $250 – $800 per hour |
| IVR and phone | Greetings, menus and on-hold | $100 – $400 per prompt set |
| Dubbing | Foreign-language and localization | $150 – $600 per hour |
| Podcasts | Intros, outros and ads | $100 – $350 per episode/pack |
Note: Rates are based on typical industry averages from our voice over rates guide. Voice artists set their own rates on AumVoice.
How to Spot Fake Voice Over Jobs
Scams target voice actors eager for work. Protect your time, your money, and your identity by learning the warning signs before accepting an offer.
Scam Red Flags Checklist
- You are asked to pay to audition: Or you are asked to pay just to see jobs that match you. Always check what a membership really buys.
- The client asks for the full script as an "audition": Legitimate auditions are only 20 to 30 second samples. Never record a full script for free.
- Cheque or overpayment fraud: You receive a cheque or an overpayment and are asked to wire money back or buy equipment from a specific vendor.
- Vague briefs & missing identity: The job has no company name, no usage details, and an ambiguous, generic script.
- Pushing off-platform: The client insists on moving to private messages, personal WhatsApp, Telegram, or off-platform payment immediately.
- Unrealistic pay rates: The pay is far above or far below normal market rates for the scope of work.
- Premature sensitive requests: They ask for personal identity documents, tax IDs, or bank login details before formally hiring you.
- Suspicious domain or email: The website or email looks new, copied, or uses a free email provider (e.g., Gmail/Hotmail) while claiming to represent a global Fortune 500 brand.
How AumVoice Protects You
We designed AumVoice to eradicate the vulnerabilities voice talent face on open platforms:
Get Ready: Demo and Studio
Before applying for paid jobs, you must have two foundations in place: an acoustically clean recording space and professional sample demos.
Your Home Studio Setup
A quiet, treated space matters far more than an expensive microphone. Even a high-end mic will sound poor in an untreated, reflective room. Eliminate boxiness and background ambient noise before upgrading preamps.
Your Voice Over Demos
Use a separate short demo for each kind of work (Commercial, E-Learning, Narration) rather than one mixed composite reel. Lead immediately with your strongest read, and keep the voice track clean and dry without heavy master effects.
How to Choose the Jobs to Audition For
Auditioning takes time and vocal energy. Protect your resources and build a sustainable career by working through this six-point checklist before recording:
Tone and Demographics
Audition only if your voice fits the brief. If a client requests a specific regional accent or vocal age, do not audition with an exaggerated impersonation.
Usage and Duration
Check whether the audio is internal, online, or broadcast, and whether the fee matches the term (e.g. 1-year digital license vs buyout).
Deadline
Make sure you can deliver on time, including live directed sessions (via Source-Connect or Zoom) if requested by the client.
Budget
Check the fee against fair rates before you record. Never undervalue your craft or accept fees that do not reflect the commercial usage scope.
Script Readiness
Look for pronunciation guides, phonetic spellings, and clear character direction, because incomplete briefs frequently lead to uncompensated rewrites.
Long-Term Value
Will it add a marquee brand to your portfolio, establish a relationship with a busy production house, or lead to steady repeat work?
How to Submit Auditions That Get Picked
Casting desks listen to many submissions for every role. Adhere to these proven professional submission habits to stand out:
Record a Short Sample, Not the Whole Script
Record a short sample of the client's script (about 20 to 30 seconds), not the whole script. Protect your time and work.
Send Two Takes in One File
Send two takes in one file if you can: one as written, one with a different energy or interpretation separated by a brief pause.
Clear File Naming
Name files clearly (for example YourName_JobTitle_Audition.mp3) so engineers can locate it instantly.
Clean and Dry Audio
Keep the audio clean and dry, with light processing and no music unless the brief specifically asks for it.
Friendly, Direct Note
Add a friendly two-line note saying what you recorded and when you can deliver.
Respond Reasonably Quickly
Respond reasonably quickly, but take the time to read the brief properly. Precision always trumps rushed auditions.
Audition Submission Standards
Pro ChecklistHow to Turn One Job Into Repeat Clients
The easiest booking is the repeat booking. Here is how you turn a first-time casting call into a sustainable, long-term working relationship.
Deliver On Time or Early
Never miss a deadline. Delivering clean, ready-to-use audio ahead of schedule builds immediate trust with busy audio producers.
Clean File Organization
Organise files in clearly numbered, labelled chunks. Sound engineers will appreciate the clean delivery structure.
Ask Happy Clients for Reviews
Prompt clients for a rating or testimonial as soon as work is approved to boost your social proof on your profile.
Stay in Touch & Make Rebooking Easy
Stay in touch with a short note and an updated demo when you have something new, and make it seamless for them to rebook you.
A Beginner Plan for Your First Months
Timing varies and results are not guaranteed. Follow this structured five-step progression to build a solid voice acting foundation:
Foundation
Set up a quiet space and a basic recording chain, and make sure your recordings are clean. See the studio guide.
Demos
Record a short demo for the type of work you want, and ask someone you trust to listen to it.
Profile & Applications
Create your account, complete your profile, and apply to the places in this guide.
Auditions & Follow-up
Audition for jobs that fit, keep notes of what happens, and improve your demo from the feedback.
Repeat Work
Deliver well, collect reviews and stay in touch with clients to build steady repeat bookings.
Build a High-Converting Voice Artist Profile
Casting directors scan profiles rapidly. Complete every item in this verified profile checklist to maximize your discovery and audition callbacks.
Artist Profile Checklist
Ready before submitting to casting calls
- Recent photo & bio Complete
- Languages & vocal age Defined
- Genre-specific audio reels Mastered
- Accurate tone tags Tagged
- Verified studio gear info Listed
- Clear rates & availability Configured
- Sign-up and payout details linked Verified
How to Produce High-Converting Demo Reels
Your demo is your primary calling card. Lead with your strongest read, produce clean, genre-specific samples, and adhere to studio audio standards.
Lead with Your Strongest 5 Seconds
Never start with music fade-ins, sound effects, or conversational slate intros ("Hi, my name is..."). Start instantly with your best, crisp vocal hook.
Fix Room Acoustics First
A treated, quiet space matters more than an expensive microphone. Eliminate room reverberation, flutter echoes, and background noise before mastering.
Separate Niche Demos
Keep separate short demos for each category you target. Keep your voice clean and dry so clients hear your authentic sound.
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How Finding Jobs Works on AumVoice
A clear, transparent journey from profile setup to project payout without hidden barriers.
Create Account & Profile
Create your account for free. Complete your profile, upload your genre-specific audio reels, and choose an annual Subscription plan ($49 to $99) to keep your profile listed.
Profile Review
Our sound team reviews your audio quality and background noise floor. Once approved, your profile goes live in client search directories.
Audition & Get Hired
Get discovered by clients browsing talent or audition for open casting calls matching your voice. When selected, the client pre-funds the project fee into escrow.
Deliver & Get Paid
Deliver your completed audio. After the client signs off, escrow releases payment to your payout method within stated business days, less AumVoice's 10% commission.
Voice Over Jobs FAQ
Answers to the most common questions about finding and winning voice over jobs.
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