Key Takeaways

• The "Faceless" Advantage: Voiceovers allow you to build an empire without the pressure of a "perfect" on-camera look.
• Clarity Wins: 57% of viewers say clarity is the most important factor in keeping them engaged with a video.
• AI Efficiency: Modern AI voice generators allow you to produce high-quality narration without expensive recording booths.
• Global Reach: Using a voiceover app simplifies the process of localizing your content for different languages and markets.

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Types of Videos Where it Could Be Useful to Have a Voiceover

Voiceovers can be edited into any type of video. However, there are certain types of content that voiceovers work best for. In this section, we discuss the best content to place your voice on after you record your video. 

Tutorial Video 

A tutorial video explains to an audience how to perform a specific action. It provides a step-by-step instruction on how to complete a specific task. The reason voiceovers work well for tutorial videos is that they allow the creator to focus on performing the tasks instead of what to say at that moment. Tutorial videos can include but aren’t limited to: 

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• How to bake a cake 
• Renovating a house
• Operating specific software 
• Painting a picture 
• Learning how to use Excel 
• Fixing a broken item 
• Showcasing a house

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Upon watching the pre-recorded footage, the creator can then concentrate on the best explanations to edit into the video. Watching each scene will help you provide better context to your videos to help your viewers understand exactly what to do. 

Business Presentation  

A business presentation can be short or long-form videos. Your business presentation can entice investors to want to fund your cause. It can also draw in customers when you want to improve your bottom line. 

Including voiceover audio in this type of footage makes your videos more accessible to the visually impaired. You can explain in detail what the presentation is about, your goals, and your mission for your company. Below is an example of how a voice is used in a business presentation. 

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Animated Videos 

Many marketers use colorful animations to advertise a new product or service. These animations are easy to create through digital design platforms like Adobe Illustrator or even Canva. You can be creative in animated videos by using interesting transitions and stickers. 

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But one of the reasons people choose to create animated videos is because they look and sound better when you place voiceover audio over them. With the right tools, you can record your voiceover for each clip or create one long piece using a script. 

Recap Videos 

A recap video is usually 1 to 3 minutes long and is designed to highlight important information in your footage. You can use this style for sports, events, concerts, or marketing. Use a recap video before the show to entice people to attend your event or afterward to refresh a viewer's memory. 

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Voiceover audio is ideal for recap videos because the footage is typically pre-recorded. You can add more detail to the video and discuss the highlights of the content to keep viewers engaged. 

Walk Through of a Home 

Real estate agents create a walk-through of a home to show potential buyers or renters what the inside of a house looks like. 

Here is an example of what a walkthrough video of a home looks like with a voiceover:

Tips for Creating a Compelling Voiceover

Just like your video footage, your voiceover must also be professional and well-thought-out. Here are valuable tips for creating a compelling voiceover. 

Practice Voice Intonation 

Intonation refers to the rising and falling of a person’s voice. Emotion and your accent are just two examples of what can affect your voice’s intonation. Your pitch may rise when you’re feeling excited or it may fall when you’re talking about a general topic. 

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Practice mastering the intonation of your voice to make your speech almost lyrical or rhythmic to make it easier for your audience to hear and understand your words. 

Pronunciation and Enunciation 

Have you ever heard someone speak in a different accent to your own and you couldn’t understand what they were saying? This is because people in different countries pronounce and enunciate their words differently, especially if they’re not native English speakers. 

So, if you have foreigners who are watching your video, you must make sure they can understand your language. Practice how you pronounce and enunciate your words by training your mouth muscles with exercises. You can use tongue twisters to relax the mouth and tongue and help you practice your pronunciation and enunciation. 

Create a Well-Written Script 

You may have the habit of using filler words when you add voice audio to your video. Furthermore, you can forget what you want to say while you’re recording. Consider creating a script for your video first. 

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BIGVU allows users to write a well-written script in seconds using an AI writer. Choose the style of your script like news flash or business presentation. It also allows you to choose the tone of the script so it matches your video. 

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To improve the flow of your reading when creating a voiceover, use the teleprompter feature on BIGVU while you’re recording. These two tools will boost your confidence when recording voice audio for videos. They will also ensure you create videos with professional-sounding audio. 

Do a Test Recording 

It’s always better to do a test recording when you create videos and add voiceovers to them. This way you can hear how you sound over your microphone so you can make improvements to your pronunciations or timing. 

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Write down all the problems you’ve noticed when listening to your test recording. Then practice so you can overcome those problems. Re-record to see if you’ve made improvements. Once you’re happy with how you sound and your timing you can do the final voiceover audio.

Use AI to Save Time and Sound Like a Pro

You may have a well-written video script, but if your audio is not clear or has background noise, your entire video will fail to engage your audience.

That’s why, to record a studio-quality voiceover at home, you can use AI voiceover tools like BIGVU.

It saves you time and gives you the option to choose your voice character, tone, and style.

Ultimately, you can record a human-like voiceover for your video.

Practical How-To: 3 Ways to Voice Over Your Video

Option 1: Using the BIGVU Mobile App (The "On-the-Go" Method)

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Option 2: Using the BIGVU AI Voice Generator on Desktop (+Voice Cloning Option)

Add a Voiceover with BIGVU AI Voice Generator

Copy and paste your video script into the blue box, or use our AI Scriptwriter to create your script in your brand voice.

Now, you can choose from two options:

a. Select an AI speaker from the voices available. Filter your search by choosing the speaking style, gender, and language of the speakers.

b. Clone your own voice to maintain consistency in your videos. Use it to add a personal voice narration from text to your video in any of our 20+ supported languages!

4. Choose the image that will appear in your video as the presenter.

5. Pick an avatar for your video, then select a background image or video, upload your own, and choose the color of the waveform.

6. Click ‘Create Video.’

Wait for a few minutes until BIGVU can work its magic and provide you with a new audiogram video featuring a human-like voiceover. With an easy drag and drop you overlay the video with royalty-free images, videos and captions.

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Option 3: Recording with the Teleprompter (The "Authentic" Method)

Learn how to add a voiceover to any footage by following these easy steps:

1. Login to BIGVU.

2. Record a voiceover using BIGVU's teleprompter. After you’ve recorded your video you can open it by clicking on the three dots below the title of the video. Click on edit.

3. Now choose the take you with your voiceover to by clicking on the three dots next to it.

4. A pop-up window will appear. Select Open Video Maker to start adding additions to your video.

5. It will ask you if you want to add subtitles to your video. Either choose your language or whether you want to translate the subtitles to another language. Then click on Create Subtitles.

6. Now it will give you the option to open the video maker. Click on Open.

7. On the left side of your screen, you can add media like Uploads to overlay your video or Library where you can access videos you’ve made on BIGVU. You can also add stock videos from Pixabay. Click on Library to gain access to videos on BIGVU. Also, under the Media tab click on Uploads to add your voiceover. Then click on Select File or drag your recording into the space provided. Once your audio has been uploaded and captions have been transcribed, add overlay images onto a particular scene. Repeat the process until it overlays the duration of that scene.

8. Drag the video you want onto a particular scene. Repeat the process until it overlays the duration of that scene. 

9. Preview the video by clicking on play next to the scene.

FAQ: Everything You Need to Know About How to Voice Over a Video

How do I add a voiceover to a video on my phone?

You can use a dedicated voiceover app like BIGVU to either record your voice using a teleprompter or generate one using AI. Simply upload your script, choose a voice, and the app will sync the audio to your visuals. This is the gold standard for creating social media video content efficiently.

Can I turn text into a voiceover?

Yes, using AI voice generator technology. These tools allow you to paste a script and choose from human-like voices. High-quality AI voices now include natural breathing and emotional inflections, making them nearly indistinguishable from professional actors.

What is the best app for voiceover?

For creators, BIGVU is a top choice because it integrates an AI script writer, a teleprompter, and voice cloning in one place. This saves you from having to subscribe to multiple tools for different parts of your workflow.

How can I record a voiceover without background noise?

To get the best results, record in a room with "soft" surfaces like carpets to absorb echoes. If you're struggling with noise, BIGVU’s AI voice generator can provide a perfectly silent, studio-quality background by generating the audio from your text instead of a live recording.

Is there a way to clone my own voice for videos?

Absolutely. With AI voice cloning, you can record a short sample of your speech, and the AI will create a digital version of your voice. You can then use this clone to narrate any future script, ensuring your brand stays consistent without you needing to record every time.

How do I make my voiceover sound professional?

Focus on intonation and pacing. Read your script aloud before recording to find the natural rhythm. Using a teleprompter app is essential here, as it allows you to maintain a steady speed and prevents you from losing your place or using filler words.

What types of videos need a voiceover?

Voiceovers are essential for tutorial videos, real estate walkthroughs, and "faceless" social media content. They provide context when the presenter isn't on screen, helping the audience follow along with the visual information being shared while you remain behind the scenes.

How long should a voiceover script be?

For social media, aim for 30 to 90 seconds. You can use a words to minutes tool to calculate your script length. Typically, 130-150 words equal one minute of speech. Keeping it concise ensures higher viewer retention and better performance on platforms like TikTok or Reels.

Can I add subtitles to my voiceover video?

Yes, and you should! Over 80% of social media users watch videos on mute. Use an AI subtitle generator to automatically transcribe your voiceover and add captions, making your video accessible and engaging in any environment.

Do I need a professional microphone for voiceovers?

While a good mic helps, it’s not strictly necessary with today’s technology. Many creators use their smartphone microphones paired with AI audio enhancement. Alternatively, using an AI-generated voice bypasses the need for any recording equipment at all while maintaining studio quality.

Conclusion: From Overwhelmed to Authority

The transition from a struggling creator to a confident authority doesn't require a Hollywood budget; it requires the right workflow. By mastering how to voice over a video, you remove the pressure of being "perfect" on camera while still delivering high-value content that resonates with your audience.

Stop letting the technical details of video production hold your personal brand back. Whether you choose to record with a teleprompter or leverage the power of AI voice cloning, the goal remains the same: sharing your expertise and growing your business.

Ready to sound like a pro? Start Creating Videos Today with BIGVU