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How to Create Audiobook Voice Overs

Creating audiobook voiceovers with Descript is a straightforward process that leverages the power of AI to deliver professional results.

1) Sign up for Descript for free. No credit card is required.

2) Upload your video to Descript by dragging and dropping it into the project window. Descript will automatically start transcribing your video!

3) Enter write mode to start writing your voiceover script, or simply paste it in.

4) Click on the speaker label above the script and choose the AI voiceover in the specific style or tone you want.

5) Sync up your new voiceover to the script by adding in a forward slash '/'.

6) Select Publish -> Export -> Save.

Why Create Audiobook Voice Overs?

Creating audiobook voiceovers can be a game-changer for authors and content creators looking to expand their reach. With Descript, the process is not only efficient but also yields high-quality results.

Cost-effective: Save on expensive studio time and professional voice actors by using AI-generated voiceovers.
Time-saving: Quickly generate voiceovers without the need for multiple recording sessions.
Consistency: Ensure a uniform tone and style throughout your audiobook, eliminating human error.
Customization: Choose from various AI voices to match the specific tone and style of your book.
Easy editing: Make quick adjustments to your script and instantly update the voiceover without re-recording.

Tips to Creating Audiobook Voice Overs

Creating an engaging audiobook voiceover requires attention to detail and a few strategic tips. Here are some specific pointers to help you get started:

Script Preparation: Ensure your script is well-organized and free of errors to avoid interruptions during recording.
Voice Selection: Choose an AI voice that matches the tone and style of your book to maintain consistency.
Pronunciation Guide: Provide a pronunciation guide for difficult names or terms to ensure accuracy.
Background Noise: Use noise-canceling features to eliminate any background sounds that could distract listeners.
Review and Edit: Listen to the entire voiceover and make necessary edits to ensure a smooth and professional final product.

Don’t just take our word for it

With a 4.6 out of 5 star rating and numerous distinctions on G2, Descript has been recognized as a leader in the video editing & podcasting space.

“Getting started with Descript is super simple and easy to walk through with clients who have never done any audio/video editing in their lives.”
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“Descript is the GOAT editor. I still repeatedly think "wowza, this is bonkers" as I edit videos & podcasts like a word doc. Genuinely magical app.”
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“Before using Descript, manual transcription was very difficult. Thanks to Descript, I can obtain accurate transcriptions in record time.”
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