How Much Does a Voice Over Cost?

If you’re planning a project and looking to hire a voice, one of the first questions you’ll have is: how much does a voice over cost? The simple answer is that there isn’t a one-size-fits-all price. The cost depends on who you hire, how the recording will be used, and how far it will reach.

As a female voiceover artist working across commercials, narration, explainer videos and character work, I know how important it is to be clear about costs. Let’s break it down.

What affects the cost of voiceover services?

When you hire voiceover talent, the fee is usually based on three main things:

1. The type of project

Different projects require different skills, and the way they’re used can have a big impact on the quote you receive.

A voice actor for commercials will usually quote based on how many people will be hearing the advert and how long you want it to run for. A narration voiceover often involves longer scripts, which can mean multiple hours in the booth. An explainer voiceover is usually shorter and often for internal use, so costs tend to be lower. A character voiceover may require multiple sessions, creative performance, and sometimes live direction with clients listening in, which all affect the price.

2. Usage and reach

This is the biggest factor. The cost depends not just on the recording itself, but how it will be used:

• Internal or small-scale use: Projects for training videos, internal presentations, or limited online use are usually at the lower end of the scale.

• Websites and social media: A British female voice over for a video that sits on your company site or social channels will cost more than an internal project, because it’s being seen by a wider audience.

• Voice over for advertising: Commercials that run on TV, radio, or across multiple platforms require higher fees, as the reach and exposure are much greater. The wider the audience, the higher the rate.

  
  

3. Length and complexity

A short tagline is very different from a 20-minute e-learning module. Longer scripts take more recording time, editing and precision, so they’re priced accordingly.

Why costs vary between voice artists

Every voice artist sets their own rates based on experience, studio quality and turnaround time. An established professional with a broadcast-quality studio, like my home studio, may charge more than someone recording on a basic mic, but the result is reliable, polished audio you can use straight away.

As a female VO with 13 years of acting experience and ongoing professional training, I deliver high-quality recordings quickly and reliably. My clients know they’re not just paying for a voice, they’re paying for expertise, performance, and professional service.

What you need to know when contacting a voiceover talent

When you enquire about voiceover services, you’ll usually be asked a few questions:

• What’s the script length?

• Where will the recording be used? (Internal, website, social, TV, radio?)

• How long will it run for?

• Do you need extras like character voices, multiple takes or file splitting?

  
  

Industry-standard rates can be checked through Gravy for the Brain, which is a trusted source for UK voiceover pricing.

If you’re unsure, I’m happy to provide a no-obligation quote tailored to your project. I can also record a short demo of your script so you can hear exactly how your project would sound before you commit. Or you can hear examples of my work on my demos page.

So, how much does it cost?

There’s no flat rate that fits all, but you should always expect clarity on what’s included before you book.

Hiring a professional British female voice over means you get more than a great-sounding voice. You get a polished performance, broadcast-quality sound, and peace of mind that your project will land exactly how you want it to.

If you’d like a tailored quote for your next project, get in touch today and let’s bring your script to life.

• If you’re thinking about hiring a voice actor for commercials, discover why a Northern female voice can make your advert stand out.

  
  

• Looking for a professional voice over for advertising? Check out my commercial voiceover services.

  
  

• I also provide polished explainer voiceover services for businesses and organisations.”