Voice Over Artist

Voice Over Artist Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: October 10th, 2024

Have a knack for voices and storytelling? Consider becoming a voice over artist. A voice over artist provides their vocal talents for a variety of media, from advertisements to animated films and audiobooks.

To start, you'll need a high-quality microphone, a quiet recording space, and some audio editing software. Building a portfolio is crucial, so offer your services on platforms like Fiverr or Upwork to gain initial experience and client reviews. Networking can pay off, as many jobs come through word of mouth.

As you grow, consider specializing in niches like character voices or corporate narration to stand out. With dedication, your voice can become an indispensable part of various creative projects, opening doors to steady, rewarding work. If you enjoy performing and have an ear for nuance, this might be the perfect business for you to explore.

In this list, you'll find real-world voice over artist success stories and very profitable examples of starting a voice over artist that makes money.

1. voice over mehak ($108K/year)

Sandeep Salwann, the founder of VoiceOverMehak, came up with the idea for his voice-over marketplace after realizing his talent for observing people's voices and finding the right casting for projects. Through freelance work and connecting with other voice talents, he saw the opportunity to work as a casting director globally. With a website created using free resources and a focus on customer satisfaction, VoiceOverMehak has seen success, attracting clients such as a Hero group, and aims to expand its services and target American markets in the future.

How much money it makes: $108K/year
How much did it cost to start: $10K
How many people on the team: 5

I Turned My Passion For Voice Acting Into A $108K/Year Business [India]

Voice-over marketplace, VoiceOverMehak, has reached almost $100,000 in sales this year, operating with premium voice talents worldwide in almost all major spoken languages, having taken inspiration from leading competitors to build its own business model of no joining fees or commissions from voice talent in order to make affiliate marketing services more profitable.

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