Question 1

Do you have a rate card? How much is it going to cost?

Answer

Every project is different so it isn't a case of one size fits all when it comes to rates. In order for me to provide you with an accurate quote there are two things I need to know. What will the voiceover be used for? and what is the estimated word count or length of the script? Send your project details, including the style or tone of voice you are after and intended usage, and I will provide a free custom quote as quickly as possible. I offer competitive industry rates and would be happy to discuss your needs if you have a particular budget to work with. No job is too big or too small.

Question 2

Where are you based?

Answer

My professional home studio is based just outside the beautiful city of York. I'm also conveniently located to commute via train for in person sessions in Leeds, Manchester and London.

Question 3

What are the payment terms?

Answer

Payment is due within 30 days of the date of invoice (unless otherwise specified on the invoice). The right is also applied to require payment from a client outside of the British Isles upon receipt of invoice, or with a new client in advance. Payment methods I accept are BACS, Credit Card and PayPal.

Question 4

Can I direct a voiceover session remotely?

Answer

Absolutely! You can direct a one on one session remotely via ISDN, Source Connect, CleanFeed, Skype or Zoom. Alternatively, I'm happy to self-record and deliver a high quality WAV/MP3. Audio is delivered on time, usually within a couple of hours. I pride myself on offering a fast and hassle free service.

Question 5

How involved can I be in the recording process?

Answer

You can be as involved as you wish to be. Sometimes it's just a lot easier to be there in realtime. It reduces the number of retakes and revisions and it gives you the opportunity to provide live feedback. I offer a lot of ways to do this; a quick phone call before the recording session, emailing a unique web link for you to listen in and direct using online IP software such as Source Connect or CleanFeed. Or there's also Zoom, Skype, and of course, ISDN.

Question 6

What if I need revisions and retakes?

Answer

Revisions are changes that are made to the script after the final recording has taken place/and or delivered. In most cases an additional fee will be applied to re-record the revision(s). Retakes are slightly different. This would be classed as something that is not quite right in terms of my work, which could be a mispronounced word or I've not completely delivered the tone or direction we'd discussed. In most cases I will fix this free of charge.

Question 7

What kind of studio setup do you have?

Answer

- Neumann TLM 103 Microphone - Acoustically treated studio with a dedicated soundproof voiceover booth - Adobe Audition (recording and editing software) - Roland Duo Capture EX Audio Interface with Pre Amps - ISDN - Source Connect Now - Cleanfeed - Skype - Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro Headphones - Yamaha HS5 Studio Monitors - Apple iMac

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