[vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”0″ bottom_padding=”2″ back_color=”color-157417″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”578985″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ align_horizontal=”align_center” gutter_size=”1″ style=”dark” overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/1″][vc_single_image media=”96592″ media_width_percent=”100″ media_ratio=”sixteen-nine” alignment=”center” uncode_shortcode_id=”345082″][vc_custom_heading heading_semantic=”h1″ text_size=”h1″ uncode_shortcode_id=”155209″]<\/p>\n
[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”797766″]This article has research and tips from voice over experts to help you learn more about voice over rates, and how to set and negotiate your own successful voice over rates with real-world examples.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”184115″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”2″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”842000″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ style=”dark” back_color=”color-157417″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/1″ uncode_shortcode_id=”510761″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column_text text_lead=”small” uncode_shortcode_id=”462525″]<\/p>\n What are voice over rates based on?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n A guide to voice over rates <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n How to set your voice over rates <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n FAQs about voice over rates<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Voice over pricing examples<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Closing advice<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Special thanks to our VO experts for their insightful contributions<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”184115″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”148616″]<\/p>\n [\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”436897″]Voice over rates are specifically set and negotiated according to industry standards. <\/span>Subsequently, in order to establish a long-term voice over career, you first have to learn<\/span> what are voice over rates, and how <\/i><\/strong>to set successful voice over rates<\/strong><\/em> according to what is fair and acceptable. This involves taking time to understand the foundation of voice over rates as well as researching information about in-depth pricing. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”0″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”195153″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ style=”dark” overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/1″][vc_separator sep_color=”color-157417″ uncode_shortcode_id=”393345″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette” el_height=”3px”][vc_column_text]Reach a compromise that will give you a reasonable-to-great rate and keep your client satisfied. As it's more about reeling in & keeping clients instead of snuffing them out with a price that blows them out of the water. @debbiegrattan <\/a><\/span>Share on X<\/a><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator sep_color=”color-157417″ uncode_shortcode_id=”198986″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette” el_height=”3px”][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”107003″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”730928″]<\/p>\n [\/vc_custom_heading][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”1″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ equal_height=”yes” gutter_size=”2″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”156861″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Every choice you make when setting and quoting voice over rates has a knock-on effect on the voice over industry as a whole. It also sets the scene for how clients will collaborate with you and future voice actors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n This is because voice over jobs are connected to industries that typically lead to repeat work and word-of-mouth referrals if you follow best practices. This not only aligns with the voice over industry but adds to its longevity.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ position_vertical=”middle” gutter_size=”3″ style=”dark” back_color=”color-157417″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/2″ uncode_shortcode_id=”652598″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”150821″]<\/p>\n Many people who haven’t worked with VO talent, have no idea what a fair rate is. It’s our job to educate them.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n Jessica Taylor<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”144136″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”143777″]<\/p>\n [\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”432099″]We could compare voice over rates to price tags.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n They both represent the cost of buying something. In voice over, these rates are the amounts that voice actors charge for their services and recordings. And just like every item at a supermarket has its own tag, each voice over varies according to these key factors:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][vc_single_image media=”94383″ media_width_percent=”100″ uncode_shortcode_id=”142256″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”104637″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”772339″]<\/p>\n [\/vc_custom_heading][vc_empty_space empty_h=”2″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”1″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ equal_height=”yes” gutter_size=”2″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”973328″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”886138″]This is an amount charged to cover \u2018using\u2019 a voice over. <\/span><\/p>\n Example 1: A company uses a recording for a branding video that lives on its website. <\/span><\/p>\n Example 2: A company uses a recording for a commercial that\u2019s played state-wide. <\/span><\/p>\n This type of usage plays an integral part in voice over pricing as each category and sector varies. There is never any one-price suits-all approach. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ position_vertical=”middle” gutter_size=”3″ style=”dark” back_color=”color-157417″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/2″ uncode_shortcode_id=”558394″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”601996″]<\/p>\n “A tagline for a national TV spot could run for years, and if VO talent does not factor in the usage for some kind of buyout fee or residual payment for incremental additional usage, then they are giving up a large portion of the pie.” <\/em><\/span><\/p>\n Debbie Grattan<\/span>\u00a0<\/i><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”313525″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”461053″]<\/p>\n [\/vc_custom_heading][vc_empty_space empty_h=”2″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”1″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”828023″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”174005″]Buyout fees are what clients pay to <\/span>\u2018buy\u2019<\/i><\/b> the use of your recording for a certain amount of time.<\/span><\/p>\n While it’s often associated with being used ‘forever,’ all commercial broadcast buys (tv, radio, digital) are also buyouts. The common usage terms, 13-week, 6-months, and 1 year<\/strong><\/em>, are all buyouts. And ‘buyout’ is also used in non-broadcast work which is usually in-perpetuity (forever) by nature.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n For example, a<\/span>\u00a0client can pay to use your recording for 6 months on social media. Or, they could buy it for use in perpetuity. And on this point, it\u2019s important to note if royalties should be paid out according to specific time frames that the recording is used or if future conflicts could cause limitations.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ style=”dark” back_color=”color-157417″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/2″ uncode_shortcode_id=”155876″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”212773″]<\/p>\n “<\/em>If I agreed to an in-perpetuity buyout on a project for a national bank, I wouldn’t be able to offer exclusivity to another bank because I have already have a voice over for one of their competitors floating around. So, be careful and think about what kind of work you hope to be doing down the road.” <\/em><\/span><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n Jessica Taylor<\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”223422″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”135874″]<\/p>\n [\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text]Another key factor that influences voice over pricing is union memberships. For example, if a voice actor belongs to a union like <\/span>SAG-AFTRA<\/span><\/a>, it has its own <\/span>rate guide<\/span><\/a> that voice actors agree to adhere to. To learn more about how unions provide voice over work and its related voice over pricing, check out our research in the section, <\/span>Union vs non union voice <\/span><\/a>acting.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator sep_color=”color-157417″ uncode_shortcode_id=”102784″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette” el_height=”3px”][vc_column_text]Whether you follow rates from the GVAA or SAG, do your best to work for rates that align with an industry guide in your country. When we make up our own rates based on no standard, we contribute to rate erosion. @MarcScott <\/a><\/span>Share on X<\/a><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator sep_color=”color-157417″ uncode_shortcode_id=”102784″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette” el_height=”3px”][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”693972″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image media=”94382″ media_width_percent=”100″ uncode_shortcode_id=”164583″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”109747″]<\/p>\n [\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text]Clients often ask for additional services. This can cover a wide range of services such as background music, revisions, pickups, copywriting, translation, re-reads, <\/span>audio post-production<\/span><\/a>, live session direction; <\/span>all at an additional cost.<\/strong> These rates depend on factors such as how long, how much, and the gap between final delivery and the request for additional services. It\u2019s important to have a set policy on your rates as it makes quoting and communicating with clients faster and more professional. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”735150″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”848891″]<\/p>\n [\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”146090″]The best places to learn about industry standards are through the many helpful guides that provide reliable information on industry standards for voice over rates. One of the commonly used and respected guides is from the <\/span>Global Voice Acting Academy<\/a><\/strong>: <\/span>The GVAA Rate Guide<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n David Toback<\/span><\/a>, who helped create the guide with the <\/span>GVAA<\/span><\/a> shares that <\/span>\u201cit has great information about rates, the different genres, how to calculate the rates, what you should be looking for and also gives you a really solid foundation. Ultimately, it’s for your own business, knowledge, welfare, and voiceover journey. But it also helps the industry as a whole. For example, if someone says, \u2018Hey, we have this narration we want you to do; it’s a corporate narration on the web.\u2019 Well, what do those things mean? The guide helps to understand the terminology, genres, and what constitutes those genres.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”961635″]<\/p>\n [\/vc_custom_heading][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”379782″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_single_image media=”94365″ media_width_percent=”100″ uncode_shortcode_id=”181368″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text]1: <\/i><\/b>The guide is made up of 12 different categories so you can set your rates according to each industry and genre that you will be working in. <\/i><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”220704″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_single_image media=”94367″ media_width_percent=”100″ uncode_shortcode_id=”129635″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text]2: Each category offers a breakdown of the platform, usage, relevant rates, and helpful notes. <\/i><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”136004″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_single_image media=”94366″ media_width_percent=”100″ uncode_shortcode_id=”686293″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text]3: Another excellent section is how it provides tips about the industry, along with negotiation tactics.\u00a0 <\/i><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”160845″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-157417″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”367676″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ style=”dark” overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/1″][vc_column_text text_color=”color-black” uncode_shortcode_id=”186330″ text_color_type=”uncode-palette”]<\/p>\n “Think of it like an X-Y graph, where you have to look up the X and then find the Y. That’s kind of what the rate guide is, but you have to already know what the Ys and Xs are. That\u2019s why you have to understand the foundation of rates, voiceovers genres, what the differences are, and how to spot the differences.”<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n David Toback\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”914468″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][vc_custom_heading]<\/p>\n [\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text]Once you get up to speed with a guide like the<\/span> GVAA<\/strong>, you\u2019ll have a better grasp of industry standard rates. <\/span><\/p>\n This can be used to create your own voice over pricing framework, which you can refer to whenever you need to quote on a project. It can also be stored in your <\/span>voice over CRM<\/span><\/a> (Customer Relationship Manager) by following a basic structure: <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][uncode_list icon=”fa fa-check-square-o” icon_color=”color-dark-mint”]<\/p>\n [\/uncode_list][vc_empty_space empty_h=”3″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”2″ back_color=”color-157417″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”540101″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ position_vertical=”middle” gutter_size=”3″ style=”light” overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/1″][vc_custom_heading text_color=”color-white” text_weight=”900″]<\/p>\n [\/vc_custom_heading][vc_accordion typography=”yes”][vc_accordion_tab gutter_size=”2″ column_padding=”2″ title=”How can I negotiate voice over rates?” tab_id=”1623196856-1-7216300869140191652372312060″][vc_column_text text_lead=”small” uncode_shortcode_id=”306593″]Have a clear goal to facilitate a positive outcome.\u00a0<\/span>Setting a base rate can also be helpful. <\/span>You could also start by asking a client how much they have to work with. They might surprise you by offering a higher fee than you expected! However, k<\/span>eep in mind negotiating doesn\u2019t always reach a compromise.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab gutter_size=”2″ column_padding=”2″ title=”How to factor in currency and exchange rates?” tab_id=”1623196856-2-7316300869140191652372312060″][vc_column_text text_lead=”small” uncode_shortcode_id=”378099″]Voice over pricing will typically be done in your local currency. But with foreign clients, factor in conversions and foreign exchanges. For example, a project might be quoted in Australian dollars, but when being paid through PayPal; the only available currency is US dollars. Being aware of these differences can prevent payment discrepancies and having to pull out of a project you\u2019ve already started. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab gutter_size=”2″ column_padding=”2″ title=”How to decide on suitable payment methods?” tab_id=”1646140032572-2-31652372312060″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”497726″]Each method has its pros and cons, so decide which works best for your voice over business.\u00a0<\/span>Do research on what\u2019s available in your location and once you decide, double-check the details carefully! One wrong detail can seriously affect your payment. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab gutter_size=”2″ column_padding=”2″ title=”How much should you charge for voice over jobs?” tab_id=”1652372636412-3-9″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”207328″]You can learn how to set your voice over rates by consulting a respected rate guide such as <\/span>The GVAA Rate Guide<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][\/vc_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”542618″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][vc_custom_heading]<\/p>\n [\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text]Now that you\u2019re aware of what voice over rates are based on, where they can be found, and what you need to set your own; how does this translate into real-world application?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Take a look at some of these practical examples on how to quote for a project, based on usage, platforms, and lifespan. You\u2019ll notice that experience, skills, studio abilities, and work hours do not play a role in the final price.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image media=”94387″ media_width_percent=”100″ uncode_shortcode_id=”194501″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image media=”94388″ media_width_percent=”100″ uncode_shortcode_id=”112989″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space empty_h=”2″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_custom_heading]<\/p>\n [\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text]Being a voice actor is more than just auditioning, booking work, and reading scripts. Doing voice overs is your talent, skill, hobby, but most importantly your business. And like any successful business, it needs a secure foundation, short and long-term goals, and financial stability.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n This is where<\/span> consistency and flexibility <\/i><\/strong>are needed<\/span>.<\/i><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image media=”94381″ media_width_percent=”100″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/1″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”128672″]Consistency<\/i><\/strong> enables you to actively bring in voice over work and set the foundation for opportunities to find you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Flexibility<\/i><\/strong> helps you to keep up with the ever-changing market that shifts according to buying habits and company goals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you balance these well, you\u2019ll be able to set successful voice over rates that help you to <\/span>establish a long-term voice over business<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”180102″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_custom_heading]<\/p>\n [\/vc_custom_heading][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”551022″]<\/p>\n [\/vc_custom_heading][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”40″ override_padding=”yes” h_padding=”7″ top_padding=”2″ bottom_padding=”1″ back_color=”color-188662″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”201432″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ style=”dark” back_color=”color-157417″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/2″ uncode_shortcode_id=”124912″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_single_image media=”94260″ media_width_percent=”48″ media_ratio=”one-one” alignment=”center” shape=”img-circle” uncode_shortcode_id=”130267″][vc_column_text text_lead=”small” uncode_shortcode_id=”181660″]Debbie Grattan<\/a> <\/i><\/strong>relates that<\/span> “this career is a marathon. What are voice over rates?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
What are voice over rates based on?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
The foundation of voice over rates<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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What is a usage fee?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
What is a buyout?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Non union voice over rates<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Additional services\u00a0 <\/strong><\/h2>\n
A guide to voice over rates\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
What are some of the helpful features?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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How to set your voice over rates <\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Voice over pricing examples <\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
Closing advice\u00a0 <\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
Special thanks to our VO experts for their insightful contributions: <\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
Debbie Grattan and Jessica Taylor<\/h3>\n