Is it hard to get into voice acting?

Getting voiceover jobs is not always easy especially the more difficult higher paying jobs. Many big clients use only a handful of experienced voice actors, the good news here is that if you develop good client relationships you too can get regular work. There is a lot of competition in just about every industry.

How do I become an audiobook narrator?

How To Become An Audiobook Narrator

Practice reading out loud, but make it sound as if you are NOT reading.
Make a recording of your voice.
Learn to breathe from your diaphragm instead of your chest.
Try small parts acting in skits while staying in character.
Take acting lessons or voice lessons.

How much do audiobook narrators get paid?

The average PFH rate for audiobook narrators (once they have some experience) is between $100 and $250 PFH. Just to be clear — this is NOT a “get rich quick” sort of thing. It takes effort and persistence to be really successful at it.

Is ACX owned by Amazon?

Amazon: Another Network, at Your Service. The biggest social network for books typically isn’t even thought of as social media. It’s Amazon. Yes, ACX is part of Audible, and Audible is a subsidiary of Amazon.

How much do you get paid to record audiobooks?

Typically, audiobook narrators are paid an hourly rate based upon the “finished hour” of the book being narrated. Hourly rates for new narrators paid by medium- to large-sized publishers range from about $100 to $350 per finished hour – both in studio and at home.

Who is the best audiobook narrator?

The best audiobook narrators of all time (so far)

Jim Dale. Jim helped us launch audiobooks but his greater claim to fame is being the voice of the Harry Potter books.
Jeremy Irons.
Julia Whelan.
Neil Gaiman.
Finty Wiliams.
Wil Wheaton.
Stephen Fry.
David Sedaris.