I've been figuring I'd start out with shorter books, ones that are under 10 finished hours until I get my "chops" so to speak, under 3 hours sounds even better. I was definitely planning to start with books like self help ones that don't require character voices/accents. I know I have a huge learning curve ahead of me. However, I don't think I'd have asked for that much time to do a 3 hour book so thank you, now I know not to be afraid to ask for a longer time. I do know it's better to underpromise and overdeliver than to go the other way. Thank you for always delivering such solid advice for those of us starting out. 🙏🧡💜
Thank you Angela!!! Im definitely considering doing audio narrating in the coming months. I just stumbled upon ACX today and the more I'm learning about the platform, the more I want to get into it. Your video definitely helped in more detail about how this all works!!! Thank you!! ❤
Very helpful! I'm new to VO although I'm a trained vocalist. By the way, I grew up helping my father with his small beekeeping business. I'd be thrilled to narrate a book like this!
I'm really enjoying your channel.I have all the equipment, and I'm getting ready to set everything up. I'll focus more on your channel because you're for beginners, and you really make it practical.Thank you so much
Hello Angela. I’m a voice over artist pursuing the sub genre of audiobook narration, and I would love to hear your professional teachings on how to record audiobooks before starting out on ACX. 🎧🎙📖
Hi there I’m from Indiana and a small town at that. I’ve loved reading since high school and writing but recently been interested in narrating books as a full time job and you definitely describe how it’s done thanks for the vid ❤👍
Angela you are such an angel 🙂. I so needed this information and push to get myself started. I was so overwhelmed but thanks to you, I'm no longer that! :-) Happy Holidays to you and your family! 🙂
I came across your channel after watching many voice over videos, I mean many, and I can only thank you for sharing so much content, answering those specific questions we come up with when in this business. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Hey Angela, it's Johanna So glad i found your channel. Your advice about starting out with short projects makes sense. Smallwr word count (18,000-22,000 words) is a very good idea. Heres my question as someone who wants to try this out. I wonderig if there's a place to do even shorter like 30-60 sec commercials, introducing a new product or manual how to book on technical support.
Hi Angela! This was perfect for me. I had forgotten to ask you during consult how much time should i ask for with 1st book. 1 Month sounds like a great amount of time. Thank you again for the great tips! Rebecca/Becky
Thank you for all these tips! I had so many questions a little over a year and there wasnt many people like you on youtube and I was too scared to mess up and do this on my own so with your tips on choosing the right book is really helping me feel more confident in starting on acx
It seems to me that you are an amazing narrator. You speak very understandable English, very clear accent. Im a spanish latin speaking person and I must admit that to understand your English the only thing that requires is to know the English language cause you speak very well and in a very calm way. Good for you, thumbs up. Amazing and very good video.
Thank you Angela for this very informative video. I would like to try this niche as my work-from-home job. I'll watch more of your videos as my learning tool. Cheers!
Always civil and respectful. Quick question for you Angela = Realistically, would it TRULY take 3+ months to get a FIRST gig on ACX & require hundreds of follow up emails and phone calls to potential clients OR just keeping SAMPLE AUDIO files on the site, updated & posted for review?
Thank you! I had my first job on ACX within the first 3 months, and that's fairly typical. Some get a job faster, some take longer.... It really depends on how often you audition and post samples.
This might be an interesting route for me to take. I like reading. I already have an audio setup since I do music production, and its not(I think) an over saturated field. AI might replace it 3 years from now though.
AI is a hot topic for sure right now. But narrators and authors alike, agree that AI should not be involved in audiobook production period. AI cannot understand or replicate with an algorithm, the complexities and depth of human emotion. But, time will tell....
The down side for me is that self- help/ DIY books don’t interest me at all, really nearly any nonfiction book, unless it’s medical or true crime. So I’m worried I wouldn’t see any books I’d be interested in…
I have recently started thinking about ACX. I’ve been on VDC for a few months and that’s yielded nothing other than a few shortlists. Was thinking ACX might be a good way to get more involved in VO work.
I enjoyed your video. I have never done any narration...but I like the idea, and would like to wade into it. I think what I need to do is find a step by step type of video.
Wow! Thank you so much for this video Angela oh, it was very very helpful, especially the part about lead length in terms of doing an audio book! I was actually wondering about this myself as I'm just starting out!!!
I got a client who sent me a pdf of their book the pages out of order. Took me an afternoon to straighten it out. I made it clear to the client that I signed on as a reader/recorder, and doing this reorganizing was an addition, unwelcome duty, but the money was very good, so I would let it ride. But I am willing to read and edit the audio I generate, and NOTHING more.
Thank you for this! I work from home and have most of the equipment needed. I am just anxious about the amount of editing. Keep in mind I’ve done radio work from home using Adobe Audio and then import to the station. I can edit in Adobe Audition. But I watched one of your videos that even edited out mouth clicks and I think: oh shoot. There could be a lot to edit. I am in a life transition professionally. And personally! My kids are leaving the nest! One by one! Another radio friend told me about ACX and I’m intrigued and wonder if I have what it takes. 😬❤️ I am learning so much from your helpful and honest and kind videos.
Thank you for watching! As with most things that are new to us, there is much to learn. But, it can can be learned, with time. You already have familiarity with Adobe Audition, so you have more experience than most of us at the start. You got this!
Hey Angela… I’m new to your channel and I love watching your videos ! My question is did your student go thru with his 4 book proposal ? Because I too was approached to do the for 4 books averaging 32,000 a piece. Just curious…
Very helpful, as always! Thanks Angela. Random question - do you keep your mic out or do you put it away every day? I have read opposing views on the topic. I don't want my 416 to be damaged from dust but if it's in my booth I think it might be safe. Thoughts? Thanks again!
Thanks for this. Awesome vids. I am not sure royalties make sense because the rights holder can remove the book from sale at Amazon anytime. Then what are your royalties? Better to get paid upfront and move on I think. Also, if they revise the book down the road, the audiobook no longer matches. Will Amazon allow that audiobook version to remain? Not sure. Anyway, thanks again. Just found you recently. Going to get started doing my own books first and get some experience and then do others. That's the plan. Cheers!
Hey Angela Thanks for making all the informative guiding videos 😊 I am new to this field and would like to know how does one keep the consistency in our voice and accent while audio recording a whole book ?
Hi! Thanks for watching! If this is a character voice, keeping a snippet of the voice for reference helps to keep you consistent. Be sure it's a voice you can maintain before you select a character voice. If it's you normal speaking voice, warming up before you narrate will help in that respect.
Angela thank you for the great videos. I need to purchase a laptop. Do you have any recommendations for a beginner to start out on? I’m overwhelmed trying to find the minimal affordable equipment I need to purchase to begin with. Thank you again.
Thank you! Please tell me do you know if there would be any narrator possibilities for a South African accent? Or do they mostly look for American accents? Thanks so much!
Thanks for these Videos you post- I’ve been set up to do VO work for sometime however life got in the way by Caregiving for my parents 24/7 This is perfect for my experience to get back into a flow in studio. I do have a question regarding another of your videos. What is this CLICKER you use as an audio marker for editing? Is it an actual SFX or item????
Thank you Angela, you have a beautiful voice. I am so interested in this line of work. Question about the ACX Eligibility question: US tax ID that can be provided to ACX. Can you tell me if that is a SSN or would I have to get a different type of tax ID? Thank you for your time. Matt
Hello Angela, I was wondering if you could share how to do simple narrations with kids. I am a First Grade teacher and we have recently become interested in reading transcripts for non-fiction videos with 5 and 6 year olds. I am using Screencastify to record the kids reading captions as they watch short videos. The timing of course, is difficult. Any suggestions for other ways to record them? They love hearing and watching themselves and our recent reading unit is Non-Fiction texts so this has become a BIG motivating activity. Thank you - gc
@geneparmesan8827 first, practice, training and joining audiobook communities. You'll learn what to look for, what the terms mean, and build your foundations. Work will come, until then, practice and volunteer at librivox.org.
Can a book be narrated more than once if the current narrated version sucks? For instance: A book of African American History, but narrated by a voice which is no where close to tolerable like a deep British/ colonial... Well... Hopefully you get my point... Can the book be re-narrated?
Hello! I'm just getting started in the acx world and your videos are amazing! One question, is there anyway for me to know if a book has curse words before auditioning? Thank you!
Thank you for watching! Its hard to say, you could ask the rights holder within the audition message if there are any curse words within the manuscript. Other than that, the Rights Holder may include this information within the description of the book and/or comments section. Definitely read through all of it before auditioning, if nothing is mentioned, ask. :)
I have quote a few in which I talk about treating your space. It's difficult to sound proof, but covering any hard, smooth surfaces around your space will help to reduce reflection/ echo. If you search for videos about "your recording space" that will help. :)
Of course! I have plenty of videos on what you need, and where to start. Also check out my website for some helpful resources. Https://www.voiceoverangela.com
Do you find you still have time/will to read the books you would otherwise read for yourself, or are they replaced largely by what you read for work? And of the books you read for work, do you still manage to find enjoyable ones or one that surprise you and how often are you stuck reading something tedious in some way, but have to persist because you're contracted? Thanks.
Yes, I am still an avid reader and make time to read books that I enjoy, I also listen to a lot of audiobooks. If I don't think I'm a fit for the book I am producing, or if I don't agree with the content, I will tell the RH that I will not be able to produce their audiobook. I've only done this a couple times.
Hello Angela, I am not native English speaker But I have bachelor degree on English language and literature and can speake English fluently. So there is any chance to become a voice over artist or audio book narrator??? It is my dream to become a voice over artist!!
There are books that are available ti be narrated by non English speakers. There are a few other languages available. For English, if you can tell a good story, you should be fine.
I think it just felt like I could understand it better, get my work done faster. I could do more with it with voice over work. But, it's just a preference really. :)
How can you find out who the rights holder is. I have submitted an audition and worry because it goes to a narrator profile with 7 previous projects that are no longer available. Thanks, George
Hello Angela. I'm a newbie in narrating and it's been a couple of weeks since I started auditioning for ACX, unfortunately, most of the time I've got rejected and the other times I didn't receive any answer from the right holders. so I wanted to ask you a favor, I wanted to send you a couple of my auditions if it's possible so that you can listen to my voice and help me out, I don't know where my problem is. and the right holders don't tell me the reasons for the rejections. One of them did tell me but it was so confusing. therefore as you are a professional in this field, would you mind listening to a couple of my auditions and giving me your feedback?
I just finished narrating an audio book as a new Narrator. The Rights holder sent me several chapters, but his format submission sheet was totally different. None of his chapters were edited before hand and it just added so much work for me to do? What do you do in a situation like this? Also I'm having issues with proper audio levels in ACX- Any advice you have its heavily appreciated.
First, I would ask if they gave you the final draft of the manuscript. People make ooopsies. Your best bet for getting your formatting down, because there are too many variables from studio to studio, is to watch RUclips videos about acx formatting and/ or meet with someone who can help you get it down in your own home studio.
@VoiceOverAngela so its just moving blankets on the walls? Also, your lighting is very good and your streaming video is very clear. Do you have a video on setting up your studio
@@tracisandstrom yes, it's acoustic panels with moving blankets over top. I do have a walk through video on my channel. Thank you for the compliments, it's nothing fancy.
I had a feeling, lol! It's up to you, I would say, when you feel ready for a coach. Find someone who is where you want to be, someone you feel comfortable with and can talk to freely.
Everyone's schedule and ability will vary... you'll have to break it down to what you can narrate per day, then edit per day depending on your schedule. From start to finish, it could take you 5 to 15 hours, depending on your time and experience level to complete a book this size.
So I already narrate audiobooks as a volunteer at Librivox. I've been doing it under a pseudonym because it seemed cool at the time lol. Can I still use my works as experience and demos if I want to start making money on ACX?
I did, I used them as demos and experience in the beginning. You'd also need to consider the pseudonym, if you're going to keep using it, and be sure to seek professional advice for legal and tax purposes.
Hi Angela, What would be considered a high quality MP3 file? I am working on a project with a client and they requested the final file be a high quality MP3.
An mp3 is a compressed audio file, it's smaller in size. If you save it as mp3 but also at say 4800hz or 44100hz and 16, 32 bit. It would be smaller in size but still a great quality.
@@VoiceOverAngela Hmm okay obviously I can ask them haha but say someone asked you to send them a high quality MP3 what would be your first instinct on the hz and bit?
You would definitely need a DAW, there are many different ones available. Such as Audacity, Adobe Audition, Reaper etc. You will need to be able to format the files properly for ACX, you can do this in a DAW.
I'm new to acx and I was just wondering If the job let's say is $100 pfh and it has 3 hours, but you tell them to give you one month. Will you be paid only for those 3 hours?
@@VoiceOverAngela ohhh, now I get it, so if the finished audiobook is 4 hours instead of 3, they will have to pay me for the 4 hours And is it always me who has to edit the whole audiobook?
@@vladxful yes, so if the book is 4 hours long, you would get $400, if your rate was $100 PFH. You could outsource editing, but that eats into your profit, editing is typically $35- $125 PFH depending on what you need. This is why we learn to do it ourselves.
🤔 I wish I would have pursued this a lifetime ago. I have had a very distinctive voice, (I could go years w out talking to a friend, but all I would have to say is ‘guess who’ and, they would, every single time. 😆 🤷🏻♀️ Was useless at prank calling 🤭 if u cannot YET tell, I’m O. L. D.) I don’t intend to pursue a career, as I am way too old, and way out of my league; I guess I am considering trying my hand at reading stories online. Idk how to even go about finding stories I can use, w out royalty, cuz I’m broke, atm. Trying to find a niche my disabled body n Swiss cheese brain can handle. I need to find independence again. Or I will keep getting sicker and sicker, from this not too good situation I’ve now found myself in…. I would love to write my own, but easier said…tho I guess now there’s AI. It just makes me feel, dirty all over. 😅
So submitted my first audition. Didn’t get it. I find the toughest part is editing. I’m using garage band cause I don’t want to spend any money on Adobe Editor (can’t remember the name)
Hi! I didn't get my first audition either, I think it was my fourth or fifth audition where I landed my first ACX job. I'm totally with you on the editing, it does take time to learn the processes and effects that seek save you tons of time. Just keep at it! :)
To get paid to read books, we need to take a whole month doing so??????? And what about the Audio Rights?? This wasn't even mentioned. Ugh why do people spam things to make money off of and then leave out details like "to get paid to read one book on audio can take you a month to do so"...and then you won't get paid max because you don't even have the rights to do so.... Like come on. Where are the real jobs that don't take an arm, a leg and a MONTH to make money.
It takes this long because audiobook Productions take time. It's a marathon, not a sprint, not easy money. Royalty Share is paid monthly. Most books take a month or so to produce. The audio rights belong to the copyright holder. I have many videos, as do others, who share lots of information for free for people who really want to become a narrator, not quite what you mean by spam... but, thanks for watching!
You gave some good game on this topic! Most people just scratch the surface when they’re talking about ACX.
Thank you for watching! Glad to help
I've been figuring I'd start out with shorter books, ones that are under 10 finished hours until I get my "chops" so to speak, under 3 hours sounds even better. I was definitely planning to start with books like self help ones that don't require character voices/accents. I know I have a huge learning curve ahead of me. However, I don't think I'd have asked for that much time to do a 3 hour book so thank you, now I know not to be afraid to ask for a longer time. I do know it's better to underpromise and overdeliver than to go the other way. Thank you for always delivering such solid advice for those of us starting out. 🙏🧡💜
Thank you Angela!!! Im definitely considering doing audio narrating in the coming months. I just stumbled upon ACX today and the more I'm learning about the platform, the more I want to get into it. Your video definitely helped in more detail about how this all works!!! Thank you!! ❤
What a voice. I see why you are full time voiceover talent.
i was thinking the same thing
Very helpful video, great info! Thank you!!
Very helpful! I'm new to VO although I'm a trained vocalist. By the way, I grew up helping my father with his small beekeeping business. I'd be thrilled to narrate a book like this!
I'm really enjoying your channel.I have all the equipment, and I'm getting ready to set everything up. I'll focus more on your channel because you're for beginners, and you really make it practical.Thank you so much
Hello Angela. I’m a voice over artist pursuing the sub genre of audiobook narration, and I would love to hear your professional teachings on how to record audiobooks before starting out on ACX. 🎧🎙📖
Thanks so much Angela! Your videos are helping me a great deal!
Working on a book of my own and had no clue how this process worked! Thanks for the clear instructions - now I'm considering recording it myself!
You have a great voice , I hope and pray I sound this good
Thank you so much for this really helpful, gracious advice.
This is something I have been thinking about. You provided a lot of helpful information. Thanks
Hi there I’m from Indiana and a small town at that. I’ve loved reading since high school and writing but recently been interested in narrating books as a full time job and you definitely describe how it’s done thanks for the vid ❤👍
Did u strt recording audiobooks! At studio or freelancing! How is it going?? Any tips cause even I want to do thr same
Thank you for the valuable information.
Angela you are such an angel 🙂. I so needed this information and push to get myself started. I was so overwhelmed but thanks to you, I'm no longer that! :-) Happy Holidays to you and your family! 🙂
You have such sweet energy 😊
@@RosettaRedfeather thank you!❤️
Thank you for this! It's been crazy informative and has given me confidence in my uploads!
It might be a good idea to volunteer with a book for Libravox.
I came across your channel after watching many voice over videos, I mean many, and I can only thank you for sharing so much content, answering those specific questions we come up with when in this business. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Absolutely! I wanted to be the person I needed when I just started out. :) Thank you so much for your kind words!
Thank you sooo much, just saw this YT and I am just getting into this, your information, step by step is very encouraging, thanks!
I may have to start with the Fiverr book. :) Thank you for the information.
Hey Angela, it's Johanna
So glad i found your channel.
Your advice about starting out with short projects makes sense.
Smallwr word count (18,000-22,000 words) is a very good idea. Heres my question as someone who wants to try this out. I wonderig if there's a place to do even shorter like 30-60 sec commercials, introducing a new product or manual how to book on technical support.
Do you mean audiobook trailers or demos? Or voice over commercial recordings?
Hi Angela! This was perfect for me. I had forgotten to ask you during consult how much time should i ask for with 1st book. 1 Month sounds like a great amount of time. Thank you again for the great tips! Rebecca/Becky
So glad I can be of help! Thanks for watching!
Thank you for all these tips! I had so many questions a little over a year and there wasnt many people like you on youtube and I was too scared to mess up and do this on my own so with your tips on choosing the right book is really helping me feel more confident in starting on acx
That's awesome! I'm glad to help! Thank you for watching!
yes-so agreed, thank you
It seems to me that you are an amazing narrator. You speak very understandable English, very clear accent. Im a spanish latin speaking person and I must admit that to understand your English the only thing that requires is to know the English language cause you speak very well and in a very calm way. Good for you, thumbs up. Amazing and very good video.
Thank you Angela for this very informative video. I would like to try this niche as my work-from-home job. I'll watch more of your videos as my learning tool. Cheers!
Soo how is it going I'm also planning to strt this as a niche any advice!!!
This is so helpful, thank you!
Thanks Angela I’m getting started trying to move into doing voiceover. Thanks for the resource and help.
Always civil and respectful. Quick question for you Angela = Realistically, would it TRULY take 3+ months to get a FIRST gig on ACX & require hundreds of follow up emails and phone calls to potential clients OR just keeping SAMPLE AUDIO files on the site, updated & posted for review?
Thank you! I had my first job on ACX within the first 3 months, and that's fairly typical. Some get a job faster, some take longer.... It really depends on how often you audition and post samples.
This might be an interesting route for me to take. I like reading. I already have an audio setup since I do music production, and its not(I think) an over saturated field. AI might replace it 3 years from now though.
AI is a hot topic for sure right now. But narrators and authors alike, agree that AI should not be involved in audiobook production period. AI cannot understand or replicate with an algorithm, the complexities and depth of human emotion. But, time will tell....
The down side for me is that self- help/ DIY books don’t interest me at all, really nearly any nonfiction book, unless it’s medical or true crime. So I’m worried I wouldn’t see any books I’d be interested in…
I have recently started thinking about ACX. I’ve been on VDC for a few months and that’s yielded nothing other than a few shortlists. Was thinking ACX might be a good way to get more involved in VO work.
wow I just started the video and I can tell you work in this wow.
Hi there,
I am brand spanking new and would like to pursue this profession. I will be in touch for your platinum training. Thank you for the videos.
I enjoyed your video. I have never done any narration...but I like the idea, and would like to wade into it. I think what I need to do is find a step by step type of video.
Wow! Thank you so much for this video Angela oh, it was very very helpful, especially the part about lead length in terms of doing an audio book! I was actually wondering about this myself as I'm just starting out!!!
Thank you! I'm really considering getting into this.
I got a client who sent me a pdf of their book the pages out of order. Took me an afternoon to straighten it out. I made it clear to the client that I signed on as a reader/recorder, and doing this reorganizing was an addition, unwelcome duty, but the money was very good, so I would let it ride. But I am willing to read and edit the audio I generate, and NOTHING more.
Yes, I've had this happen as well. Your time and service is worth something, definitely charge for additional work. 😉
Hey Jim, did you find your clients through ACX or another site?
so three years later. did he get it done?
Thank you for this information, it was really helpful! 🙂
Thank you for this! I work from home and have most of the equipment needed. I am just anxious about the amount of editing. Keep in mind I’ve done radio work from home using Adobe Audio and then import to the station. I can edit in Adobe Audition. But I watched one of your videos that even edited out mouth clicks and I think: oh shoot. There could be a lot to edit. I am in a life transition professionally. And personally! My kids are leaving the nest! One by one! Another radio friend told me about ACX and I’m intrigued and wonder if I have what it takes. 😬❤️ I am learning so much from your helpful and honest and kind videos.
Thank you for watching! As with most things that are new to us, there is much to learn. But, it can can be learned, with time. You already have familiarity with Adobe Audition, so you have more experience than most of us at the start. You got this!
Royalties sound way better. Would you have the liberty of putting out a kickass promotion strategy for your narrated book?
If you chose Royalty Share, yes, I would definitely promote it!
Hey Angela… I’m new to your channel and I love watching your videos ! My question is did your student go thru with his 4 book proposal ? Because I too was approached to do the for 4 books averaging 32,000 a piece. Just curious…
Thank you! Yes, he did. I've also been in this position before as well. Offering a bulk discount, is often appealing and helpful ;)
Thanks,really appreciate your help, greetings from Lanzarote, Canary Islands !
You’re very helpful. I’m wondering if you can put something together on how to properly set up an audio recording at home studio
So, would producing your own short nonfiction audio book be a good first book for practice since you are going to sell it anyway?
Why not? Go for it
“Don’t start with a book with a bunch of different characters and accents.”
Me as an experienced DM: “nah, I’d win.”
Very helpful, as always! Thanks Angela. Random question - do you keep your mic out or do you put it away every day? I have read opposing views on the topic. I don't want my 416 to be damaged from dust but if it's in my booth I think it might be safe. Thoughts? Thanks again!
You could cover it when you shut down for the night, for sure. It's an investment, best to keep it protected! :)
Thanks for this. Awesome vids. I am not sure royalties make sense because the rights holder can remove the book from sale at Amazon anytime. Then what are your royalties? Better to get paid upfront and move on I think. Also, if they revise the book down the road, the audiobook no longer matches. Will Amazon allow that audiobook version to remain? Not sure. Anyway, thanks again. Just found you recently. Going to get started doing my own books first and get some experience and then do others. That's the plan. Cheers!
Hey Angela
Thanks for making all the informative guiding videos 😊
I am new to this field and would like to know how does one keep the consistency in our voice and accent while audio recording a whole book ?
Hi! Thanks for watching! If this is a character voice, keeping a snippet of the voice for reference helps to keep you consistent. Be sure it's a voice you can maintain before you select a character voice. If it's you normal speaking voice, warming up before you narrate will help in that respect.
@@VoiceOverAngela Thank you so much for helping out 😊
Angela thank you for the great videos. I need to purchase a laptop. Do you have any recommendations for a beginner to start out on? I’m overwhelmed trying to find the minimal affordable equipment I need to purchase to begin with. Thank you again.
Thank you! Please tell me do you know if there would be any narrator possibilities for a South African accent? Or do they mostly look for American accents? Thanks so much!
Thank you Angela!
I would feel a little funny if someone offered me a Grand to do their book for my first narration.
Thanks for these
Videos you post- I’ve been set up to do VO work for sometime however life got in the way by Caregiving for my parents 24/7
This is perfect for my experience to get back into a flow in studio. I do have a question regarding another of your videos. What is this CLICKER you use as an audio marker for editing? Is it an actual SFX or item????
The clicker is a dog training clicker. You can also cluck your tongue, clap your hands or snap as well.
Awesome content.
Thank you Angela, you have a beautiful voice. I am so interested in this line of work. Question about the ACX Eligibility question: US tax ID that can be provided to ACX. Can you tell me if that is a SSN or would I have to get a different type of tax ID? Thank you for your time. Matt
Hi Matt! Thank you! Yes, the tax ID is your SSN. :)
@@VoiceOverAngela Thank you Angela for the quick response. Much appreciated!
Hello Angela,
I was wondering if you could share how to do simple narrations with kids.
I am a First Grade teacher and we have recently become interested in reading transcripts for non-fiction videos with 5 and 6 year olds. I am using Screencastify to record the kids reading captions as they watch short videos. The timing of course, is difficult. Any suggestions for other ways to record them? They love hearing and watching themselves and our recent reading unit is Non-Fiction texts so this has become a BIG motivating activity. Thank you - gc
That's a great question! One I am not sure of the answer, but it sounds like it's a fun idea to get the kiddos to enjoy reading!
Hey Angela ,
What would recommend to get your foot in the door ?
What would be a beginners first step as far as even getting a gig ?
Thanks so much
@geneparmesan8827 first, practice, training and joining audiobook communities. You'll learn what to look for, what the terms mean, and build your foundations. Work will come, until then, practice and volunteer at librivox.org.
Can a book be narrated more than once if the current narrated version sucks?
For instance: A book of African American History, but narrated by a voice which is no where close to tolerable like a deep British/ colonial... Well... Hopefully you get my point...
Can the book be re-narrated?
Yes, if the author chooses to have the audiobook remade.
Hello! I'm just getting started in the acx world and your videos are amazing! One question, is there anyway for me to know if a book has curse words before auditioning? Thank you!
Thank you for watching! Its hard to say, you could ask the rights holder within the audition message if there are any curse words within the manuscript. Other than that, the Rights Holder may include this information within the description of the book and/or comments section. Definitely read through all of it before auditioning, if nothing is mentioned, ask. :)
@@VoiceOverAngela Thank you so much for your time!
Thankyou so much!
Thanks for the video. Do you have one going over your tips for sound proofing?
I have quote a few in which I talk about treating your space. It's difficult to sound proof, but covering any hard, smooth surfaces around your space will help to reduce reflection/ echo. If you search for videos about "your recording space" that will help. :)
I am in the progress of writing an autobiography. As an audition, may I read a chapter from my book?
I do not know how to upload audiobooks on audible
as a new beginner with no skills can i start?I finally found something that i have developed passion for which is voice over,let me know.
Of course! I have plenty of videos on what you need, and where to start. Also check out my website for some helpful resources. Https://www.voiceoverangela.com
@@VoiceOverAngela i did,i ll stick with the youtube videos for now
Wow, this video is a year old so I searched for the BeeKeeping book. There still is no audio version on Amazon or Audible.
Thanks for you videos! Are those moving blankets you're using as sound treatment? Do they give you good results?
Thank you for watching! Yes, they are moving blankets, they do really well with reducing the reverb in my little room.
Do you find you still have time/will to read the books you would otherwise read for yourself, or are they replaced largely by what you read for work? And of the books you read for work, do you still manage to find enjoyable ones or one that surprise you and how often are you stuck reading something tedious in some way, but have to persist because you're contracted?
Thanks.
Yes, I am still an avid reader and make time to read books that I enjoy, I also listen to a lot of audiobooks. If I don't think I'm a fit for the book I am producing, or if I don't agree with the content, I will tell the RH that I will not be able to produce their audiobook. I've only done this a couple times.
@@VoiceOverAngela Thank you, good to know!
Do you have any tips for creating a recording area in your home for those who are just starting to submit auditions?
Yes, I have a handful of helpful videos in both mt audiobook and freelance vo tips playlists
@@VoiceOverAngela thank you!
Hello Angela, I am not native English speaker But I have bachelor degree on English language and literature and can speake English fluently. So there is any chance to become a voice over artist or audio book narrator??? It is my dream to become a voice over artist!!
There are books that are available ti be narrated by non English speakers. There are a few other languages available. For English, if you can tell a good story, you should be fine.
Why do you prefer Audition over Audacity? I am brand new to this software, and I have both. I just wonder why the preference?
I think it just felt like I could understand it better, get my work done faster. I could do more with it with voice over work. But, it's just a preference really. :)
I would very much like to learn how to become an audio book reader .
I know this is two years old, but for audiobooks, can you voice kids' books as well as adult books, or is that frowned upon?
Oh yes, your choice in what you want to narrate doesn't change. You have the option to use a pseudonym if you'd like to.
How can you find out who the rights holder is. I have submitted an audition and worry because it goes to a narrator profile with 7 previous projects that are no longer available.
Thanks,
George
Use the name on the narrator profile and Google search. Or author search on Amazon. ;)
Could AI be use to read these books? If so i will soon be out of a job right?
Hello Angela. I'm a newbie in narrating and it's been a couple of weeks since I started auditioning for ACX, unfortunately, most of the time I've got rejected and the other times I didn't receive any answer from the right holders. so I wanted to ask you a favor, I wanted to send you a couple of my auditions if it's possible so that you can listen to my voice and help me out, I don't know where my problem is. and the right holders don't tell me the reasons for the rejections. One of them did tell me but it was so confusing. therefore as you are a professional in this field, would you mind listening to a couple of my auditions and giving me your feedback?
What type of microphone should I start out with?
I have some great recommendations on my website www.voiceoverangela.com/recommended-gear
Thank you.
So interesting, I really enjoyed it and understood. Thanks Angela. Am a new here you can inbox me what to do to more. Thanks
I just finished narrating an audio book as a new Narrator. The Rights holder sent me several chapters, but his format submission sheet was totally different. None of his chapters were edited before hand and it just added so much work for me to do? What do you do in a situation like this? Also I'm having issues with proper audio levels in ACX- Any advice you have its heavily appreciated.
First, I would ask if they gave you the final draft of the manuscript. People make ooopsies. Your best bet for getting your formatting down, because there are too many variables from studio to studio, is to watch RUclips videos about acx formatting and/ or meet with someone who can help you get it down in your own home studio.
Thanks for the advice. I will work on that in the morning. @@VoiceOverAngela
Is it possible in Spanish or broken Spanglish? Somehow Broken English. ?
Well, yes. Spanish or English, or both, depending on what the author wants and what is written to be narrated.
I am curious about what booth you are using?
It's a storage room in my house that I converted. 🙃
@VoiceOverAngela so its just moving blankets on the walls? Also, your lighting is very good and your streaming video is very clear. Do you have a video on setting up your studio
@@tracisandstrom yes, it's acoustic panels with moving blankets over top. I do have a walk through video on my channel. Thank you for the compliments, it's nothing fancy.
Thank you. How do you know I'm getting started? 😀
Also I'm on my first book, I was wondering should I look for a coach now or wait til I finish?
I had a feeling, lol! It's up to you, I would say, when you feel ready for a coach. Find someone who is where you want to be, someone you feel comfortable with and can talk to freely.
Angela is an EXCELLENT mentor :)
@@ambersunshine2380 YOU are excellent! Thank you!
Really informative. Thank you!
Thank you for watching!
How much time every day to narrate an 18,000 word book in one month?
Everyone's schedule and ability will vary... you'll have to break it down to what you can narrate per day, then edit per day depending on your schedule. From start to finish, it could take you 5 to 15 hours, depending on your time and experience level to complete a book this size.
So I already narrate audiobooks as a volunteer at Librivox. I've been doing it under a pseudonym because it seemed cool at the time lol. Can I still use my works as experience and demos if I want to start making money on ACX?
I did, I used them as demos and experience in the beginning. You'd also need to consider the pseudonym, if you're going to keep using it, and be sure to seek professional advice for legal and tax purposes.
Can this be done from the Caribbean?
Anywhere you can get internet, pretty much. 😁
Hi Angela,
What would be considered a high quality MP3 file? I am working on a project with a client and they requested the final file be a high quality MP3.
An mp3 is a compressed audio file, it's smaller in size. If you save it as mp3 but also at say 4800hz or 44100hz and 16, 32 bit. It would be smaller in size but still a great quality.
@@VoiceOverAngela Hmm okay obviously I can ask them haha but say someone asked you to send them a high quality MP3 what would be your first instinct on the hz and bit?
@@nathanschmitt8113 if I'm sending a high quality mp3, I send it as 44800hz and 32bit.
@@VoiceOverAngela Thank you so much!
Could I record an audiobook using obs r do I need particular software
You would definitely need a DAW, there are many different ones available. Such as Audacity, Adobe Audition, Reaper etc. You will need to be able to format the files properly for ACX, you can do this in a DAW.
I'm new to acx and I was just wondering
If the job let's say is $100 pfh and it has 3 hours, but you tell them to give you one month. Will you be paid only for those 3 hours?
You would get your rate multiplied by the finished audio run time, yes.
@@VoiceOverAngela ohhh, now I get it, so if the finished audiobook is 4 hours instead of 3, they will have to pay me for the 4 hours
And is it always me who has to edit the whole audiobook?
@@vladxful yes, so if the book is 4 hours long, you would get $400, if your rate was $100 PFH. You could outsource editing, but that eats into your profit, editing is typically $35- $125 PFH depending on what you need. This is why we learn to do it ourselves.
@@VoiceOverAngela thank you so much! I just need to buy a proper mic and I can start recording!
God bless you!
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I wish I would have pursued this a lifetime ago.
I have had a very distinctive voice, (I could go years w out talking to a friend, but all I would have to say is ‘guess who’ and, they would, every single time. 😆 🤷🏻♀️ Was useless at prank calling 🤭 if u cannot YET tell, I’m O. L. D.)
I don’t intend to pursue a career, as I am way too old, and way out of my league; I guess I am considering trying my hand at reading stories online.
Idk how to even go about finding stories I can use, w out royalty, cuz I’m broke, atm.
Trying to find a niche my disabled body n Swiss cheese brain can handle. I need to find independence again.
Or I will keep getting sicker and sicker, from this not too good situation I’ve now found myself in….
I would love to write my own, but easier said…tho I guess now there’s AI. It just makes me feel, dirty all over. 😅
It's never too late!
So submitted my first audition. Didn’t get it. I find the toughest part is editing. I’m using garage band cause I don’t want to spend any money on Adobe Editor (can’t remember the name)
Hi! I didn't get my first audition either, I think it was my fourth or fifth audition where I landed my first ACX job. I'm totally with you on the editing, it does take time to learn the processes and effects that seek save you tons of time. Just keep at it! :)
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I was just looking into this and I can't be a narrator as a resident of Australia. sad face, big frown.
..."all the more better"?????
I know.... lol, not my best day for wording....
To get paid to read books, we need to take a whole month doing so??????? And what about the Audio Rights?? This wasn't even mentioned. Ugh why do people spam things to make money off of and then leave out details like "to get paid to read one book on audio can take you a month to do so"...and then you won't get paid max because you don't even have the rights to do so.... Like come on. Where are the real jobs that don't take an arm, a leg and a MONTH to make money.
It takes this long because audiobook Productions take time. It's a marathon, not a sprint, not easy money. Royalty Share is paid monthly. Most books take a month or so to produce. The audio rights belong to the copyright holder. I have many videos, as do others, who share lots of information for free for people who really want to become a narrator, not quite what you mean by spam... but, thanks for watching!