Add a Documentary Voice Over With Our Free TTS Tool

How to Create Engaging Documentary Voice Overs

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Sign Up and Upload Your Video
Sign up for Descript, then start a new project. Upload your video by simply dragging and dropping it into the project window. Descript will automatically transcribe your video, making it easy to start editing and adding your documentary voice-over.
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Write and Sync Your Voiceover Script
Enter write mode to create or paste your voiceover script. Click on the speaker label above the script and select the AI voiceover in your desired style. Add forward slashes ("/") to sync the voiceover with the script, ensuring a seamless and professional narration for your documentary.
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Finalize and Export Your Documentary Voice Over
After final adjustments, click "Publish" and navigate to the "Export" tab. Configure your export settings to match your desired format and quality. Once everything is set, click "Export" to save your documentary voice-over file. This ensures your project is ready for distribution or further editing.

Create Professional Documentary Voice Overs Effortlessly

Instant narration with AI voices & voice cloning
Enhance your documentary voice-over with Descript's instant narration. Utilize AI voices and voice cloning to create professional, consistent narrations effortlessly. Whether you're updating content or adding new segments, Descript ensures your documentary maintains a cohesive and polished sound without the need for re-recording.
Professional sound, simplified
Achieve a polished documentary voice-over effortlessly with Descript. Its advanced audio tools ensure professional sound quality, making your storytelling captivating and clear. Simplify the process of creating high-quality audio, so you can focus on delivering compelling narratives without the technical hassle.
AI voice overs and script writing assistant
Enhance your documentary with Descript's AI voice overs and script writing assistant. Effortlessly generate professional-quality narration and refine your script, ensuring your story is compelling and polished. Save time and focus on creativity while Descript handles the technical details, making your documentary production seamless and efficient.

More than a Documentary Voice Over Tool

Descript is an AI-powered audio and video editing tool that lets you edit podcasts and videos like a doc.

AI voices
Leverage Descript's AI voices to seamlessly narrate your documentary, ensuring a professional and engaging storytelling experience.
Overdub
Effortlessly create authentic documentary voice overs with Descript's Overdub, ensuring seamless and natural-sounding narration for your projects.
Transcription
Effortlessly transcribe documentary voice overs with Descript, ensuring accurate and quick text conversion for seamless editing and review.
Studio Sound
Enhance your documentary voice overs with Descript's Studio Sound, delivering professional-grade audio quality effortlessly.

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“Descript has made cleaning up and creating my educational videos into professional presentations [possible] without needing extensive technical computer skills.”

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“Descript makes recording and editing audio and video a breeze. It's advanced features have streamlined my workflows, saving me a lot of time usually spent editing.”

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“The collaborative tools streamline teamwork, allowing my team and me to work efficiently together on projects. Overall, Descript enhances productivity and simplifies the editing process.”

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“Transcription based editing makes the process much faster…All in all, a must have editor for most audiences, especially in SaaS marketing.”

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30 minutes / month of AI speech with stock AI speakers and custom voice clones

5 minutes / month of avatars

Questions? We have answers

What types of voice styles are available for documentary voice overs in Descript?
Descript offers a variety of voice styles for documentary voice overs, including authoritative, conversational, and narrative tones. Users can choose from a range of professional voices to match the documentary's theme, ensuring the narration complements the visual storytelling effectively.
Can I customize the voice over to match the tone and pacing of my documentary?
Yes, you can customize the voice over to match the tone and pacing of your documentary. Descript offers a range of voice modulation tools, allowing you to adjust speed, pitch, and emotion to perfectly align with your project's unique style and narrative flow.
What pricing plans does Descript offer for individuals and teams?
Descript offers flexible pricing plans for both individuals and teams. Individuals can choose from the Free, Creator, and Pro plans, while teams can opt for the Enterprise plan, which includes advanced collaboration features and custom pricing. Each plan is designed to cater to different needs and budgets.
Does Descript provide any collaboration features for team projects?
Yes, Descript offers robust collaboration features for team projects. Team members can easily share, edit, and comment on projects in real-time, ensuring seamless communication and efficient workflow. This makes it ideal for collaborative tasks like documentary voice overs.