Which voice is right for the project? For the most part you are safe going with either a man or a woman, young or old. Our voice-over actors are professionals and can accomplish more than one style or sound. But in general here are some guidelines to consider:
- A female voice can be soothing, trustworthy and inviting
- the male voice can be associated with strength and confidence.
- An older voice is sometimes associated with wisdom
- a younger voice tends to be more energetic
It’s very important to be conscious of accents. For example using a British accent for a company that does business in the US would not be a good idea because you will sound like a foreign company and your audience won’t identify with you. The voice also sets the timing of the animation which is why we need to record the voice-over and have it approved prior to starting production. We have partnered with independent voice-over artists all over the country and will provide demos upon request.