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How to Create Engaging Character Voice Overs

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Sign Up and Upload Your Video for Transcription
Sign up for Descript and start a new project. Simply drag and drop your video into the project window for automatic transcription. This seamless process ensures your content is ready for character voice over in no time.
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Enter Write Mode and Select AI Voice
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. To sync the voiceover with the script, add forward slashes ("/") at the appropriate points. This ensures a seamless and professional-sounding result.
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Configure Export Settings and Save File
After final adjustments, click "Publish" and navigate to the "Export" tab. Configure your export settings to match your needs, then click "Export" to save your file. This ensures your character voice-over is ready for use in your projects.

Create Engaging Character Voice Overs Effortlessly

Instant narration with AI voices & voice cloning
With Descript's instant narration using AI voices and voice cloning, creating character voice overs has never been easier. Effortlessly generate professional-quality narration, ensuring your characters sound consistent and engaging. Save time and resources while maintaining creative control over your projects.
Your own cast of voice actors (no hiring required)
With Descript, you can create a diverse cast of voice actors without the hassle of hiring. Perfect for character voice overs, this feature allows you to generate unique voices for each character, enhancing your storytelling and saving time on production. Bring your scripts to life effortlessly.
AI voice overs and script writing assistant
Enhance your character voice overs with Descript's AI voice overs and script writing assistant. Effortlessly generate professional-quality voice overs and refine your scripts, ensuring your characters sound authentic and engaging. Save time and elevate your storytelling without the hassle of traditional recording sessions.

More than a 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
Effortlessly generate character voice overs with Descript's AI voices, bringing your scripts to life with natural-sounding dialogue.
Overdub
Effortlessly generate character voice overs with Descript's Overdub, ensuring seamless and natural-sounding dialogue for your projects.
Text-to-speech
Effortlessly convert written scripts into lifelike character voice overs with Descript's advanced text-to-speech technology.
AI Voice Cloning
Effortlessly clone character voices with Descript's AI Voice Cloning, ensuring seamless and consistent voiceovers for your projects.

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1 transcription hour / month

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10 transcription hours / month

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20 uses / month of Basic AI Actions suite including Filler Word Removal, Studio Sound, Draft Show Notes, Create Clips, and more

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 character voices can I create with the Character Voice Over tool in Descript?
With Descript's Character Voice Over tool, you can create a wide range of character voices, from deep, authoritative tones to light, whimsical pitches. Whether you need a villainous growl, a heroic proclamation, or a quirky sidekick's chatter, this tool has you covered.
Can I customize the pitch and tone of the character voices in Descript?
Yes, you can customize the pitch and tone of character voices in Descript. The tool offers intuitive controls that allow you to adjust these settings, ensuring your voiceovers match the desired emotional and vocal characteristics for your project.
What pricing plans does Descript offer for individual users and teams?
Descript offers flexible pricing plans for both individual users and teams. Individual plans include a free tier and a Pro plan at $12 per month. Teams can opt for the Enterprise plan, which provides custom pricing based on specific needs and features.
Does Descript support collaboration features for team projects?
Yes, Descript supports collaboration features for team projects. Team members can work together in real-time, leave comments, and make edits simultaneously, ensuring a seamless and efficient workflow. This makes it easy to manage and complete projects collaboratively.