Voice Over Rates: What to Expect to Pay in 2026
A quick answer up front, then the rate table by project type, the multipliers that move prices, worked examples and exactly what the fees are — all in plain numbers, no guessing.
Quick Answer: How Much Does a Voice Over Cost?
A professional voice over on AumVoice starts at about $75 for a short script, and most non-broadcast projects cost between $150 and $500. Price depends on script length, distribution, licensing term, and artist experience.
Filter all categories by audio length:
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Optional Loadings & Studio Upgrades
In addition to the base rate above. Select only if required.Actor matches pacing to an existing timed video cut.
Specialized pharmaceutical pronunciations or dense terminology.
Breath removal, EQ mastering, and saving into individual audio files.
Direct the talent live during recording via Zoom or Source-Connect.
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Read Before Booking:
- Priced by word count: Length in seconds is an estimated pacing guide (~150 words/min). Final invoice matches exact word count.
- Non-broadcast vs Commercial: E-learning and corporate videos have unlimited perpetual rights. TV, Radio and Pre-rolls have 12-month commercial licenses.
- Separate scripts: Multiple scripts cannot be combined into one word count; each is billed as a separate spot.
Compare All Categories Side-by-Side
See exactly what each duration costs across every single voice over usage type.
| Audio Duration | Script Words | E-Learning & Training | Corporate / Explainer | TV / Radio Commercial | Internet Pre-Roll Ad | Phone System (IVR) |
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The Rules Behind the Rates
Transparent guidelines so there are never any surprises on your invoice.
Perpetual Buyout
All non-broadcast projects (e-learning, corporate videos, audiobooks, phone IVR) include unlimited global usage in perpetuity. You never have to pay annual renewals.
Commercial 12-Month Term
Paid broadcast advertisements (TV, radio, YouTube paid pre-rolls) include a 12-month license from the date of booking. Extended buyouts available upon request.
Free Retakes for Mistakes
If the talent mispronounces a word (where guidance was given) or misses a script direction, retakes are 100% free. Text changes after delivery incur minor fees.
Raw vs. Mastered Audio
Standard delivery is pristine raw 24-bit WAV recorded in soundproof studio booths. If you require breath removal, music mixing, or file splitting, add Audio Production.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers on word count pricing and deliverables.