Editing a script during recording is like glassblowing. The words must be warm and pliable before the voice actor can mould them into the right shape. By making slight, on-the-spot adjustments to the text, aligning it with her natural speaking rhythm, the stiffness vanished completely.
Director's Tip: The Power of the Pause
In the studio, we often notice voice actors rushing, particularly with technical or informative texts. A golden rule from the director's booth is to consciously allow breathing space. Ask the voice actor to pause for a second after each important sentence. This gives the listener time to process the information. It also ensures the voice sounds natural and relaxed. A hurried voice immediately loses credibility.
The Result: A Clear and Familiar Message
Thanks to the right voice choice and targeted guidance in the studio, the instruction video now sounds like an experienced colleague is personally guiding the customer. French-speaking customers feel spoken to in their own language, without the distant tone of a French voice from Paris.
When you budget for a project like this, it's helpful to understand our rates. For non-commercial projects, like this instruction video, we charge per word or per project. For commercial work, such as a radio advert, the price includes a fixed basic recording fee plus a buy-out for usage rights. For an exact proposal, we always provide a custom quote.
