We are seeking fluent Dutch speakers to be among the many audible voices of a Dutch AI chatbot. This job pays a high rate for the use of your recording. Auditions must be submitted by Monday, August 10th.
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COMPLETE JOB DETAILS:
- There are no scripts to read. Instead, if you are booked, you will do a single recording session, simply conversing with another same-language speaker (whom we will provide via Zoom) about whatever subjects come to mind. Simple concept! You can record from your computer in a quiet room, and your online producer will suggest you try different character styles of voices, from silly to serious, calm to excited.
- If your audition is accepted and you are booked: You will record for 3-4 hours in a live session via Zoom, which we will then edit into one finished hour of VO.
- Each finished hour pays US$2000.00 with a contract for a full buyout of your recording. We will be recording many speakers over the next 3 months. If you do well, you may be invited for additional, high-paying future work.
- No sound editing is required; just send in your recorded file and we will edit it for you!
- There are no charges or fees to pay -- ever. We've hired many talents in multiple languages who applied from Indeed.
- IMPORTANT: To apply, you must first send in a short 30-60-second audition by Monday night, August 10!
There are no interviews and no specific requirements, except you must be age 18 or over.
It should only take a few minutes to record your audition from your own location. If you book the job, we'll let you know and you'll probably record from the same location (details below).
HOW TO AUDITION:
- There are no audition scripts -- Just talk about something! Be sure to record in a quiet environment so that your voice is clear and there is no other noise in the background. Avoid recording outside or in a room where the sound bounces around, like a kitchen, bath or dining room. Keep away from noisy outside traffic, air conditioners or computer fans.
- Pretend you are having a conversation with a friend in a coffee shop. Your energy should be alive and sound natural. Then try variations in your emotion/style (happy, sad, attitudinal, frustration). Our client wants to hear your range for expression.
- There is no script -- it's up to you to choose a couple of subjects, express yourself and show your dynamic range (see more below).
- Be creative but be your real self -- change attitudes and feelings but make sure they are moods you can maintain for 10 minutes at a time if you are hired.
- MIC TECHNIQUE: Keep your mouth at least six inches away from the mic, even if you're recording on a phone. Listen back to see if there is distortion (fuzziness, pops, clicks) before sending. If so, move further back from the mic and try again. Your recording must be clean and clear.
- Put LIFE in your speaking voice. You can laugh or sigh, agree or protest. Ask questions, offer answers and appropriate pauses from your side of a conversation, just like you're talking to a friend. You can record right onto your laptop or phone.
- You can talk about any topic that friends would discuss: food, travel, TV shows, gossip, rocket science, gardening, the haircut you just got, school, etc.. Laughter and filler words (um, like, ya know, uh huh) are fine: Natural Conversation.
Please note auditions are NOT paid. They are your application for these paying jobs. Your audition will be reviewed only to demonstrate your voice for client consideration.
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- And note there is no interview for this job. We are looking for six talented speakers.
- It's up to YOU to start the process by recording your audition and sending it in by 8/10!
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You will hear from us after our clients review your file and choose to book you for the job. If you have additional questions prior to submitting your audition, send a message here on Indeed and we'll try to respond in time.
Ready to Audition?
- Find a quiet space, turn your computer’s record function on (if you need help with that, find youtube tutorials) and speak your mind in different styles for 30-60 seconds.
DIRECTION:
Alive with with good conversational energy. Be sure to change moods with a couple of different topics for 15-30 seconds each, so we hear a range of emotions.
1. Speak in a natural, conversational tone for 30-60 seconds (improvise, there is no script). More suggestions:
- What are your hobbies or interests? What are your plans for the week? What do yo like to do for fun? What endearing thing did your pet do? What's your favorite movie, TV show or book?
2. Listen back to be sure the recording is clear and that there is no echo or noise coming through, then export your recording as an mp3 then send it as an attachment to: [email protected]
3. LABEL your mp3 audition according to this example:
DU_character_YOUR NAME.mp3
Please DO NOT announce your name at the beginning or end of the file - just start talking!
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3. Again: SEND Your mp3 audition to: [email protected]
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And thanks very much for your interest. We need many voices, so we hope you will take a moment to participate. If you have expressive friends or family members 18 or older, you can invite them to record their own auditions as well!
Pay: $80.00 - $150.00 per hour
Work Location: Remote
