Voice Acting

How to Get Your Child Into Voice Acting

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Tara Parachuk | August 25, 2022

A child voice actor, a little girl around 4 years old sits in front of a microphone with headphones on.

Are you wondering if you should get your child into voice acting? Here’s what you need to know to get started.

While you need to be 18 years old to sign up and audition for jobs on Voices, there are other ways to start early and familiarize yourself with the voice acting industry.

In this article

  1. How to Help Your Child Get Into Voice Acting
  2. Should You Get Your Child Into Voice Acting?
  3. How Do I Know If My Child Would Be Good At Voice Acting?
  4. Consider Your Child’s Resiliency and Level of Interest
  5. Investment of Time and Resources to Start a Voice Acting Career
  6. Hiring a Child Voice Over Coach and/or Enrolling in Voice Acting Classes
  7. Recording Your Child’s Voice Over Demo
  8. Setting Up a Home Studio For Voice Acting
  9. Investing Time: Practicing and Auditioning For Child Voice Over Jobs
  10. Types of Jobs For Child Actors
  11. Getting a Head Start in Voice Acting

Over the past two years, the COVID-19 pandemic has caused a lot of parents to explore new activities that can be completed without leaving the house. Voice acting is one such activity that can be done safely from the comfort of home, and because kids everywhere have natural acting ability, voice acting makes a good fit for many children.

How to Help Your Child Get Into Voice Acting

Here are the steps required to help your child begin to explore voice acting:

  1. Help your child identify their unique vocal characteristics
  2. Test out some character voices, from cartoon characters to radio announcers
  3. Record your child’s voice over demo
  4. Seek agency representation to find voice acting work for your child
  5. Continue to get lots of practice with sample scripts and voice over coaches

Should You Get Your Child Into Voice Acting?

Every child, parent, and family is unique. The decision of whether or not to get your child into voice acting is one that no one else should make for you.

However, if you’re looking to make an informed decision, there are some considerations to weigh—especially when it comes to your lifestyle, your child’s abilities, and the investment required for getting started.

How Do I Know If My Child Would Be Good At Voice Acting?

Good question!

The truth is, when it comes to starting a career in voice acting, it doesn’t matter if you’re five or 95. There’s no bad time to begin.

Some parents start wondering whether voice acting is a good fit for their child after hearing them imitate (or create) character voices, watching them in plays, or even enjoying their singing voice around the house.

There’s no doubt about it, many children naturally possess abilities that could make voice acting a good fit. Some examples of abilities and qualities that transfer over into voice acting include:

  • An extensive imagination
  • Openness to learning new things
  • Ability to focus on pronunciation
  • Creativity, especially when it comes to becoming a character

Consider Your Child’s Resiliency and Level of Interest

Children who thrive in voice acting not only enjoy the performance aspect but also possess an interest in developing their abilities.

It is worth noting, however, that part of developing a voice acting career is learning to deal with rejection. Even the most skilled and successful voice actors find that they are not right for every part or every client, and as such, not every audition is successful. This might be particularly difficult for children because they don’t yet have the life experience or emotional maturity needed to keep the audition process in perspective.

With this in mind, it can be incredibly helpful to hire a coach who can teach your child about the process and positively reinforce their development.

Investment of Time and Resources to Start a Voice Acting Career

Just like any other activity that you may enroll your child in, voice acting requires practice, equipment, and education or coaching.

Voice acting is a craft and a profession, like any other. To become highly skilled, people of all ages invest both time and money into training.

Hiring a Child Voice Over Coach and/or Enrolling in Voice Acting Classes

As we mentioned above, hiring a voice acting coach or joining voice acting classes can be crucial to helping both beginning and established voice actors grow their careers. Sourcing a coach who works with children and will be a good fit for your child can take some time—but when you find the right person, it’s worth it.

Recording Your Child’s Voice Over Demo

Demos are essential to starting a voice acting career.

There are a number of best practices for creating a great voice over demo, as well as a couple of options on getting one recorded. For instance, some voice actors opt to work with a recording studio and producer to get the demo done, while others may cut their demo in their own home studio.

Which brings us to…

Setting Up a Home Studio For Voice Acting

You may also choose to invest in a home studio. While this doesn’t have to be as expensive as setting up a professional-grade studio (many voice actors get professional sound with free software and thrifty hardware purchases), it can take some research to find what will work best for your space.

Investing Time: Practicing and Auditioning For Child Voice Over Jobs

One other consideration is the time investment. Professional voice actors audition for several hours a week (or even dozens of times each day) in order to continue to earn work.

Note: If you find that you’re auditioning frequently with poor results, you might benefit from an audition diagnosis or review.

Types of Jobs For Child Actors

Young voices are definitely sought after in the world of voice acting. Some of the projects that young voices are hired for include TV commercials, audiobook narration, cartoon characters, and more.

Getting an agent is a great way to navigate the industry and find voice acting jobs that are a good fit for your child.

It’s important to remember that auditioning is an ‘opt-in’ process. You and your child are not required to audition or take any job except for the ones that you’re truly excited about.

There is a return to authentic children’s voices instead of just voices that can sound younger than they are. Consider the voice of Walt Disney’s Pinocchio, the late Dick Jones, who was just 10 years old when he voiced the role of Pinocchio. If you can imagine, he already had 40 movies to his credit!

Getting a Head Start in Voice Acting

Getting into voice acting while you’re young is a great way to hone your skills and familiarize yourself with the different styles of voice acting in preparation for your future career aspirations.

You must be 18 years old to audition for jobs on our platform. However, the resources featured on our site—including our library of sample scripts and the Beginner’s Guide to Voice Acting—are accessible to anyone, and we encourage you to make use of them to hone your skillset.

Once you’re old enough to start auditioning for jobs on our platform, you can get started by signing up for a Voices account.

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  • Avatar for Robert Leach
    Robert Leach
    March 12, 2011, 12:48 pm

    My kids ages 16 & 9 work regularly. It started with my teen daughter, I attended the classes with her, and she convinced me to try a demo, then little brother wanted to do it too. The thing is to make it fun and diffuse the pressure of “winning” an audition. Its really great family time for us.
    Most of the recording is done from our home studio, but they occasionally work in commercial studios. I went against conventional wisdom and made a family voice over web site rather than one for each of us. At first it was a cost issue but I have found we stand out from the crowd. Also clients who go to our site for me for instance will see the kids and vs versa, we have all gotten work from clients that started with another one of us.

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  • Avatar for Jeany Van Meltebeke Snider
    Jeany Van Meltebeke Snider
    March 14, 2011, 10:02 am

    I love it when I get to work with my family on voice overs. I’m so proud of my boys when they get a gig and I enjoy coaching and engineering their auditions and jobs.
    Half of the jobs I’ve gotten over the last year have been with my husband or one of my sons, or both!
    Some clients have definitely appreciated our package deal. They only have to communicate with one studio for all the work, and I think they can hear a genuine connection between the characters.
    It’s especially been great for children’s stories where I can cast various characters given the actors in my own household.
    I will say that my boys are NOT nearly as excited about auditioning as I am. We try to pace out their auditions and their recording times. They just don’t do well after 8-10 minutes.
    In terms of their compensation, we take a small percentage for studio/editing time (10%) and have them give away 10% to worthy cause, then we place the rest of their earnings in a savings account or investment for when they come of age.
    At least, this is how we do it now. Perhaps when they get older and learn to edit their own work, things may change.
    Overall I’m so proud of everyone.
    Jeany Van Meltebeke Snider
    (and Donovan and Weston and David Snider)

    Reply
    • Avatar for Ananya
      Ananya
      August 6, 2020, 2:50 am

      I am a 14 year old girl and have a clear voice and I really want to do voice over…..

      Reply
      • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
        Oliver Skinner
        August 7, 2020, 10:19 am

        Hi Ananya,

        Sign up for a Voices account to post your voice over demos and begin auditioning for voice over work!

      • Avatar for Toby
        Toby
        March 7, 2021, 11:26 am

        I want to be a voice actor.

      • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
        Oliver Skinner
        March 11, 2021, 11:34 am

        Hey Toby,

        If you want to get into voice acting, signing up for a Voices talent account and uploading your demos is a good place to start.

      • Avatar for Atharv
        Atharv
        October 10, 2021, 1:30 am

        Yes me too

      • Avatar for Alliyah Liskowacka
        Alliyah Liskowacka
        February 9, 2024, 4:49 am

        You don’t have to have just clear voice to do voice over. Husky voices are also need it. Anyone can do voice over.

  • Avatar for Nicole Vilencia
    Nicole Vilencia
    March 22, 2011, 2:00 pm

    My six year old got her first PAID voice over today reading a line for a Hooked on Phonics direct response radio ad through a direct response agency that regularly uses me. She did a great read and nailed it. I am thrilled for her but I think I need more information about how to set up her finances so that we are compliant with entertainment laws.
    I was impressed with her ability to mimic, take direction and bring enthusiasm to the read. She’s been in studios with me since before birth so it’s kind of in her genes!

    Reply
  • Avatar for Brian Jonathan Griffin
    Brian Jonathan Griffin
    March 23, 2011, 9:38 am

    I am a trained actor and I was wondering how to get work.

    Reply
  • Avatar for Paul Hernandez
    Paul Hernandez
    March 24, 2011, 7:44 pm

    I have always enjoyed trying to do impressions. One of my first voiceover jobs was doing an Elvis GPS voiceover for pigtones.com. My son Jared has picked up this interest in doing impressions and I got him a job with this client doing a Captain Jack Sparrow GPS voiceover.
    There is a bible passage that says “train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” I guess that might apply to voiceovers as well.

    Reply
  • Avatar for Lynne
    Lynne
    January 9, 2014, 2:04 pm

    Hi! We live in the UK, near London. Could you tell me the nearest voice coach. My 11 year old loves to talk and do voices and has often expressed an interest in doing voice overs. Can you help? Thanks lynne

    Reply
  • Avatar for Tim K
    Tim K
    June 17, 2016, 1:09 pm

    Love the article! I’ve been working with my son for some time now, and this information surely helps. He’s got a good demo reel, and i’ve sent it where I could, but have struggled to take it to the next step.

    Reply
  • Avatar for Rick Jones
    Rick Jones
    July 11, 2016, 5:54 pm

    My kid has wanted to do this, but we haven’t understood how to get into it. This blog helps a lot, thank you!

    Reply
  • Avatar for Lime Eirfan
    Lime Eirfan
    August 5, 2017, 11:20 am

    I wish I could be a voice actor like my favourite voice actor. I need to tell my parents first.

    Reply
  • Avatar for Myerl Smith
    Myerl Smith
    October 23, 2017, 6:54 pm

    I am researching voice acting for my nephew who is 13 and highly functioning autistic. A super kid. He lost his dad to cancer in April 2015 and uses character voices and games in his own way to cope, but he did imitations before that. A few months back when I was spending time with him he told me he wanted to be a voice actor. If that doesn’t work he wants to be a scientist. Academically he does well. He has been reading at a college level for almost 2 years.

    Reply
  • Avatar for Tim Yaotome
    Tim Yaotome
    December 25, 2018, 9:39 pm

    Thanks for the great tip about hiring a voice acting coach to teach kids about the industry and reinforce their development. Aside from the coach, I believe that they should also be enrolled in acting classes. With their help, they can help start a kid’s career. Also, their work can help them explore how to be an actor too.

    Reply
  • Avatar for Lazaius
    Lazaius
    June 9, 2019, 12:41 pm

    I am a kid I would love
    too be a voice actor.

    Reply
  • Avatar for Me
    Me
    August 2, 2019, 9:46 am

    I am a parent and do you have any auditions for my kid and that is his dream do you have any auditions for my son of a cartoon.

    Reply
    • Avatar for Tanya
      Tanya
      August 13, 2019, 8:18 am

      Hi there,
      Voice over jobs for children do certainly get posted on Voices.com. Please sign up for a free membership to receive invitations to jobs.
      If you need any assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected].
      All the best
      – Tanya

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  • Avatar for Tajzane
    Tajzane
    August 6, 2019, 11:40 pm

    Hi I’m a 13 year old girl and I would love to be a voice over!!

    Reply
    • Avatar for Tanya
      Tanya
      August 13, 2019, 9:16 am

      Hi Tajzane,
      That’s awesome! We have many voice actors who range from children, to young adults, and beyond!
      Information about membership and how our site works, for you and your parents, can be found here: https://www.voices.com/talent/memberships and here: https://www.voices.com/help/talent
      Best of luck & wishing you all the best in your budding acting career,
      – Tanya

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  • Avatar for Stella
    Stella
    August 17, 2019, 10:43 pm

    Hi my name’s Stella and I would love to be a voice actor! But can I work from home?

    Reply
    • Avatar for Tanya
      Tanya
      August 27, 2019, 9:41 am

      Hi Stella,
      Absolutely you can! As long as you have recording equipment and an internet connection, you can work from home as a voice actor. In fact, hundreds of thousands of people around the world are doing the same, via Voices.com. You can find answers to frequently asked questions about Voices.com here: https://www.voices.com/help/talent
      Hope that helps & don’t hesitate to reach out if you have more questions.
      All the best,
      – Tanya

      Reply
  • Avatar for Mrs C H Bradley
    Mrs C H Bradley
    October 19, 2019, 3:43 pm

    Hi my daughter is 13 years old and really keen to do voice over work .. how do I go about getting her into it she’s very keen and brilliant and learning lines and had a beautiful voice x

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    • Avatar for oliver
      oliver
      October 23, 2019, 1:45 pm

      Hi there,

      It’s great to hear that your child is interested in getting into voice acting! We’d suggest reading through this article and weighing all of the considerations behind having your child embark on a career in voice acting, and if you’re prepared to move forward, then you can sign up for a Child Membership on our site: https://www.voices.com/signup

      Best of luck,
      Oliver

      Reply
  • Avatar for Tyler Pitts
    Tyler Pitts
    November 6, 2019, 10:40 pm

    Hello, my name is Tyler im looking for a voice over, if you need a boy that is a tenor voice im your man

    Reply
  • Avatar for Raine F
    Raine F
    December 10, 2019, 3:23 pm

    Hi, I’m a 14 year old girl and I am currently trying to look into voice acting, but I wanted to know if voice acting, being a freshman in high school, would interfere with school. Thanks.

    Reply
    • Avatar for oliver
      oliver
      December 11, 2019, 3:58 pm

      Hey Raine,

      Thanks for reaching out! There are certainly some voice actors who use our platform while still in school, but it’s completely up to you to determine what you’re comfortable with when it comes to juggling the two.

      You can browse our catalog of Teenager Voices for a glimpse at some of the the voices out there: https://www.voices.com/voice-actors/role/teenager

      Wishing you the best,
      Oliver

      Reply
  • Avatar for Charlie Garton
    Charlie Garton
    December 12, 2019, 2:15 pm

    I would also like to be a voice actor, but i should tell my parents first. got any recommendations?

    Reply
    • Avatar for Tanya
      Tanya
      December 30, 2019, 8:19 am

      Hi Charlie,
      That’s a great question, and ultimately, I think that the answer depends on your unique situation. You know your parents best.
      In general, if you’d like to supply them with information on what voice acting is and how people get started, you can point them to our blog post on getting started in voice acting (https://www.voices.com/blog/starting-voice-acting-career/), and/or our beginner’s guide (https://www.voices.com/help/beginners-guide-to-voice-acting) – each of which help to detail all of the considerations that go into voice acting, from training, to tech required, career opportunities available to voice actors and more.
      We also have a page dedicated to showcasing stories of successful voice talent: https://www.voices.com/talent/stories So you can see how other people have made voice acting their career.
      Lastly, our talent membership page (https://www.voices.com/talent/memberships) and our help section for voice actors (https://www.voices.com/help/talent) will help to provide information on frequently asked questions, costs (we have a free guest membership option) and more.
      And of course, if there are any additional questions, our customer support dept is always happy to help (just visit our contact us page).
      Wishing you all the best as you explore this exciting career option 🙂
      – Tanya

      Reply
  • Avatar for Diya mirani
    Diya mirani
    January 13, 2020, 9:43 am

    My name is diya Mirani, I am an indian and i am sixteen i want to work as a voice artist.

    Reply
  • Avatar for Josh Barron
    Josh Barron
    March 30, 2020, 11:41 pm

    Hello, my daughter is 10 her dream is to be a actor. since she cannot leave the home. can she do it online? and how will she sign up? and also will headphones work as equipment. Thank You.- josh barron

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    • Avatar for oliver
      oliver
      April 2, 2020, 10:36 am

      Hi Josh,

      Thanks for your question. Voice acting can absolutely be carried out from the comfort of one’s own home.

      By signing up for a Voices talent account, you and your daughter will have the opportunity to build out her profile, browse through job postings, and begin the thrilling process of auditioning for voice over work.

      I’d encourage you to pop your head into our Beginner’s Guide to Voice Acting for tips and resources that will lead you through getting started in this industry. You might be particularly drawn to the chapters on Auditioning Online: Getting Voice Over Jobs From Home and Building a Home Recording Studio.

      Happy auditioning!
      Oliver

      Reply
  • Avatar for Yu Yi
    Yu Yi
    April 25, 2020, 12:16 pm

    My son 7 is years old.
    We want to register, What steps are required?
    Thank you so much!

    Reply
    • Avatar for oliver
      oliver
      April 27, 2020, 11:25 am

      Hi Yu Yi,

      Thanks for your interest! That’s a good question.

      First of all, you can follow this link to sign up for a Voices talent account. While registering, you can specify that you’d like to sign up for a Child Membership.

      Here’s some additional clarification from our FAQ page:

      In compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998, Voices.com does not accept membership registrations from users who are under 13 years of age.

      By registering with Voices.com, you represent that you are at least 13 years old.

      Parents of children under the age of 13 years may register their child for a Child Membership, provided they manage the account and adhere to our recommendations for keeping their children safe online using the site.

      I hope that clears some things up for you and your son!
      Oliver

      Reply
  • Avatar for malama
    malama
    May 9, 2020, 1:12 pm

    hi I’m malama I’m 10 years old I really enjoyed watching animation movies I really want to become a voice actress I don’t know if you guys would accept me but the problem is that I live in New Zealand and if you guys are reading this comment can you probably be able to sent me some lesson emails or anything that would like to help me be able to become a voice actress and I’m still looking forward to hear more about you guys?

    Reply
  • Avatar for Tumi
    Tumi
    May 18, 2020, 5:22 am

    Can a 12 year old child take place in voice acting

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    • Avatar for oliver
      oliver
      May 20, 2020, 1:59 pm

      Hi Tumi,

      There’s nothing stopping a 12 year old from becoming a voice actor! However, there are some things that should be taken into consideration. We’d suggest reading through this article and weighing all of the considerations behind having your child embark on a career in voice acting, and if you’re prepared to move forward, then you can sign up for a Child Membership on our site.

      Best of luck,
      Oliver

      Reply
  • Avatar for Sade
    Sade
    May 23, 2020, 4:49 pm

    Hello! I am here because my big sister only has drawing to do and she is always in her room, she’s always told me she wants to voice act, I want her to be happy, she is only a year older than me, she is 11, but she’s always wanted to do it, The name I put is her’s, mine is Leyla, and I really hope you reply, this is her dream, but can she work at home?

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      May 28, 2020, 10:50 am

      Hey Sade,

      Thanks for your comment! Recording voice over work is certainly a job that can be done from home.

      If your sister’s just getting started in the voice over industry, I’d suggest taking a look at our Beginner’s Guide to Voice Acting and visiting our YouTube channel. She can sign up for a Voices talent profile here.

      Take care!
      Oliver

      Reply
  • Avatar for England dickerson
    England dickerson
    May 26, 2020, 3:01 pm

    I am looking for a acting studio for my granddaughter to act for the studio

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      May 28, 2020, 11:26 am

      Hey England,

      When she signs up for a Voices talent account, your granddaughter can audition for voice over work from the comfort of home! I’d suggest taking a look at our Beginner’s Guide to Voice Acting – particularly these chapters on building a home recording studio and auditioning from home.

      I hope you find these helpful!
      Oliver

      Reply
      • Avatar for Ndifreke
        Ndifreke
        June 23, 2020, 5:59 am

        Enter your comments *I am eleven I want to be a voice actor how can I sing online and see a coach to train me in I live in Nigeria at akwa ibom state

      • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
        Oliver Skinner
        June 25, 2020, 10:28 am

        Hello!

        First of all, to find a vocal coach, I’d recommend doing a google search of “[your area] + vocal coach.”

        When you’re filling out your profile, you can also list any of the unique vocal capabilities you possess – for example, whether or not you speak with an accent. You can list the ability to speak in a West African (Nigerian) accent directly on your profile. That way, clients will have an easier time finding you when they’re seeking your specific vocal qualities for a project.

        We also have a YouTube channel packed with videos that should guide you as you set up a profile and get started on Voices.

        Best of luck on your voice acting journey,
        Oliver

  • Avatar for serena
    serena
    June 22, 2020, 11:08 am

    from my whole life i wanted to be an actress but now i think this is the right place

    Reply
  • Avatar for Elijah
    Elijah
    June 29, 2020, 12:04 am

    Hello my name is Elijah and I was wondering if I can audition and voice act in any animated shows…

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      June 29, 2020, 11:27 am

      Hey Elijah,

      To start auditioning for voice over work, you can sign up for a Voices talent account. From there, you’ll get the opportunity to fill out your profile, get access to our vast job board of voice over casting calls, and post your demo. Since cartoons and animation seem to be the category of voice over work that most interests you, you’ll be able to list this directly on your profile.

      Happy recording,
      Oliver

      Reply
  • Avatar for Terence
    Terence
    July 17, 2020, 4:39 pm

    Hey im a 12 year old boy from Connecticut and would love to become a voice actor for a movie or anime, would you be able to help me in any way.

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      July 20, 2020, 9:32 am

      Hey Terence,

      First, you should look into signing up for a Voices talent account. After that, you’ll be able to add details to your profile, like the vocal styles and roles that you can perform, and then you can begin submitting auditions to voice over jobs.

      Since movies and cartoons seem to be the categories of voice over work that most interest you, you’ll be able to list this directly on your profile.

      Best of luck!
      Oliver

      Reply
  • Avatar for Helay
    Helay
    July 21, 2020, 6:35 pm

    I hope I can get into voice acting I am 10 years old

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      July 27, 2020, 1:34 pm

      Hi Helay,

      There’s nothing stopping a 10 year old from becoming a voice actor! However, there are some things that should be taken into consideration. We’d suggest reading through this article and weighing all of the considerations behind embarking on a career in voice acting, and if you’re prepared to move forward, then you can sign up for a Child Membership on our site.

      Best of luck,
      Oliver

      Reply
  • Avatar for kid who wants to be famous
    kid who wants to be famous
    August 2, 2020, 4:07 am

    i AM a child. and i just want to be an voice actor i already “have potential” according to many people
    i just want to be noticed by someone who likes my way of doing things.
    i just cant be a voice actor because of the virus

    Reply
    • Avatar for kid who wants to be famous
      kid who wants to be famous
      August 2, 2020, 4:08 am

      i am 11 years old btw

      Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      August 11, 2020, 11:53 am

      Hey there,

      As long as you have your parent or guardian’s permission, you can sign up for a Voices talent account and audition for voice over work from home. When you’re filling out your profile, you’ll have the opportunity to list your voice age, which will help clients find you when they’re looking for a vocal performance from a child.

      Best of luck!
      Oliver

      Reply
  • Avatar for Hesper
    Hesper
    August 17, 2020, 3:47 pm

    I am a 10-year-old girl, and I’ve always wanted to voice a character in a movie. My friends always compliment me on how versatile my voice is, and I’m always playing various characters on their choppy animated short films. However, I haven’t talked this through with my parents, and I’m not sure if they’ll approve. I really want to work in the film industry, but I don’t know how I’ll be able to start.

    Reply
    • Avatar for Hesper
      Hesper
      August 17, 2020, 3:53 pm

      Also, my parents usually don’t take these things seriously, so buying equipment and creating a makeshift home studio might not happen.

      Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      August 18, 2020, 1:49 pm

      Hi Hesper,

      It sounds like you really have a knack for voice acting! It’s also very impressive to hear that, although you’re still young, you’re already thinking ahead and have an idea of the career path you’d like to pursue.

      If you feel comfortable with it, I’d recommend discussing your interest in pursuing voice acting with your parents. As long as you have their permission, you can sign up for a Voices talent account and audition for voice over work from home. When you’re filling out your profile, you’ll have the opportunity to list your voice age, which will help clients find you when they’re looking for a vocal performance from a child. There are many young voice actors out there, and starting out young is never a bad thing.

      You can take a look at our Beginner’s Guide to Voice Acting if you want to learn more about the industry, and we also have a YouTube channel that can provide some tips on getting started with Voices.

      Best of luck!
      Oliver

      Reply
      • Avatar for Hesper
        Hesper
        August 24, 2020, 9:51 pm

        Thank you so much for your advice! It’s good to know that someone else believes in my potential!

  • Avatar for jasurbek
    jasurbek
    August 17, 2020, 4:52 pm

    hello my name is jasurbek i want to participate in voice kids or voise global it is my very big dream i belive in my self and i will be winner in voise kids how can i participate in this project please help me please please please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      August 18, 2020, 1:33 pm

      Hey there,

      As long as you have your parent or guardian’s permission, you can sign up for a Voices talent account and audition for voice over work from home. When you’re filling out your profile, you’ll have the opportunity to list your voice age, which will help clients find you when they’re looking for a vocal performance from a child.

      Best of luck!
      Oliver

      Reply
  • Avatar for Maddi
    Maddi
    August 18, 2020, 10:34 pm

    I’m fourteen and it’s been my dream to be a voice actor since I was a little girl but I never thought it was possible and I have hope that it is and I’m determined to make my dream come true and I just need a way to start so can you please help me and help me pursue this dream

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      August 19, 2020, 11:49 am

      Hi Maddi,

      Thanks for reaching out. I’d recommend reading our Beginner’s Guide to Voice Acting to first become acquainted with the voice acting industry, and then once you feel ready, you can sign up for a Voices talent account to begin filling out your profile and auditioning for voice over work.

      Best of luck!

      Reply
  • Avatar for Mbali
    Mbali
    August 21, 2020, 6:28 am

    Thanks this website is really helpful to me

    Reply
  • Avatar for Maureen
    Maureen
    September 1, 2020, 1:35 am

    I want to become a voice actor but i dont know how to put myself out there. Do you have any ideas?

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      September 3, 2020, 11:55 am

      Hi Maureen,

      Getting into voice acting takes a lot of determination, but the payoff can be incredibly rewarding. I’d suggest flipping through our Beginner’s Guide to Voice Acting, and checking out this YouTube playlist all about recording a voice over demo and auditioning for work on Voices. Once you’re ready, you can sign up for a talent account to get started.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Melissa Pina
    Melissa Pina
    September 5, 2020, 3:30 pm

    Hi I want my Daughter to get in a voice act so please give her a voice act thank you

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      September 8, 2020, 10:55 am

      Hi Melissa,

      If your daughter would like to begin voice acting, you two can sign up for a Voices talent account. From there, she’ll have the opportunity to complete her talent profile and submit auditions for voice over jobs on our platform.

      Good luck!
      Oliver

      Reply
  • Avatar for Andrew
    Andrew
    September 14, 2020, 1:59 am

    My son wants to be a voice actor

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      September 14, 2020, 10:55 am

      Hi Andrew,

      When you and your son sign up for a Voices talent account and you’re completing the talent profile, you’ll have the opportunity to list the voice age, which will help clients find you when they’re looking for a vocal performance from a young voice actor.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Julieta
    Julieta
    September 17, 2020, 10:50 am

    Hello. My name is Julieta. I really want to be a voice actor for a movie or a series. I love acting and singing in front of the tv when I am watching something I like. I like to say the line the actor is saying. If you have a role for me, that would be awesome.

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      September 17, 2020, 2:01 pm

      Hi Julieta,

      We’d suggest reading through this article and weighing all of the considerations behind embarking on a career in voice acting. If you have your parent or guardian’s permission, and if you feel prepared to move forward, then you can sign up for a Voices talent account and begin to audition for voice over jobs.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Henri
    Henri
    September 20, 2020, 11:32 am

    Hello! I am child and i search job for voice acting. All peoples said me i have so good voice! And then i think i want become voice acting.
    My dream movie where i want to be is ,,Spongebob squarepants”. I am a 10 year old.

    Thank you!

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      September 21, 2020, 10:06 am

      Hello,

      As long as you have your parent or guardian’s permission and supervision, you can sign up for a Voices talent account and audition for voice over jobs featured on our platform. When you’re filling out your profile, given your interest in Spongebob, you’ll have the opportunity to list cartoons and animation as the category of voice over work that most interests you.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Sankalp Shrivastava
    Sankalp Shrivastava
    September 20, 2020, 4:40 pm

    Hi, My daughter is 6 years old and I would like to understand the process to register her for voice training classes.

    Thanks,
    Sankalp

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      September 21, 2020, 9:59 am

      Hi Sankalp,

      I’d start by taking a look through our directory of voice over coaches, as well as this page in our Beginner’s Guide about voice over training. If you’re in search of voice training classes in your area, a quick Google search of “voice over training” + [your area] should point you in the right direction.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Cailie
    Cailie
    September 26, 2020, 10:15 pm

    I am a 12-year-old female. I love making my own voice for the charters I draw. I truly want to start voice acting! But I still have no clue where to start.

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      September 30, 2020, 4:14 pm

      Hi Cailie,

      As long as you have your parent or guardian’s permission and supervision, you can sign up for a Voices talent account and audition for voice over jobs featured on our platform. I’d also suggest reading our Beginner’s Guide to Voice Acting to learn more about Voices and the voice over industry.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Charisel
    Charisel
    October 4, 2020, 12:22 pm

    Hi im Charisel I wanna be a voice actor I have a really good voice impression

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      October 5, 2020, 9:24 am

      Hi Charisel,

      As long as you have your parent or guardian’s permission and supervision, you can sign up for a Voices talent account and audition for voice over jobs featured on our platform. I’d also suggest checking out our Beginner’s Guide to Voice Acting to learn more about Voices and the voice over industry.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Vanessa Lewis -Rodriguez
    Vanessa Lewis -Rodriguez
    October 27, 2020, 10:29 pm

    I would cry in my kitchen, listening to this child practice opera.

    Reply
  • Avatar for Nora
    Nora
    October 28, 2020, 4:48 pm

    I am currently a 13, almost 14 year old, and I’ve always been interested in animation and voice acting. I love the idea of being a potential voice actor, but I’m not sure if I have a great voice, and I’d be kind of embarrassed to tell my parents about it because even though they’d probably support me, I don’t know if they’ll think I’m really considering the idea, as many kids dream of being a famous singer, actor, dancer, etc. I’m trying to do lots of research and learn about this profession to see if this really could be something I could do, but I don’t know how, when, or even if, it’s a good idea to ask/talk to my parents about it… Am I crazy for even considering the idea of voice acting with absolutely no experience or coaching? How do I know if this is something I really want to do, or if it’s just a fake/unrealistic want?

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      November 2, 2020, 10:29 am

      Hey Nora,

      There’s nothing fake or unrealistic about your voice acting aspirations. Of course, as with many different lines of work, voice acting does require a lot of hard work and determination. The good news, however, is that you can always try your hand at voice acting without the need to make a huge commitment. You can sign up for voice over marketplaces like Voices with just the click of a button, enabling you to submit auditions from home, begin establishing an online presence through your talent profile, and even record your voice using a mobile device like your phone.

      We also have a ton of great resources that will help familiarize you and your parents with the industry and our website. Check out the Beginner’s Guide to Voice Acting, our YouTube channel, and our Mission Audition podcast! Mission Audition will really show you how many different types of voice over are out there, and all the different ways that people are able to find a way to make a living doing what they love.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Victoria
    Victoria
    October 30, 2020, 3:51 pm

    Hi I’am 12 years old and 13 in December I would love to do a voice over in a film or in tv please get back to me if there is anything coming up Thank you.

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      November 2, 2020, 9:54 am

      Hi Victoria,

      As long as you have your parent or guardian’s permission and supervision, you can sign up and create a Voices talent account to audition for film and TV voice over jobs featured on our platform.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Conor
    Conor
    November 3, 2020, 3:52 pm

    I will

    Reply
  • Avatar for Kojo
    Kojo
    November 5, 2020, 3:05 am

    Thanks for the chance

    Reply
  • Avatar for Kojo
    Kojo
    November 6, 2020, 3:51 am

    Thanks for the chance

    Reply
  • Avatar for Bailey
    Bailey
    November 7, 2020, 8:57 pm

    Hi! My names Bailey and I really want to be a voice actor!

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      November 9, 2020, 11:38 am

      Hi Bailey,

      As long as you have your parent/guardian permission and supervision, you can sign up for a Voices talent account and audition for voice over jobs featured on our platform.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Harry
    Harry
    November 13, 2020, 5:14 pm

    Hi my name is Harry and I would love to play a part for a cartoon character my voice is very clear and I hope to get a reply thank you

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      November 16, 2020, 9:43 am

      Hi Harry,

      As long as you have parental or guardian permission and supervision, you may sign up for a Voices talent account. When you’re completing your profile, you’ll then have the opportunity to select cartoons and animation as the category of voice over work that you would like to perform.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Angel
    Angel
    December 1, 2020, 7:10 am

    Hi, I’m Angel.. i have a clear voice and can do some anime voices..and i really want to do some voice overs..

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      December 7, 2020, 10:50 am

      Hi Angel,

      When you sign up for a Voices talent account, you’ll be able to browse through voice over jobs listed on our platform. As you’re filling out your profile, you’ll also have the ability to list animation as the category of voice over work that you specialize in.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Angel
    Angel
    December 1, 2020, 8:05 am

    Hi, I am Angel and I really want to become a voice actor. And some of my friends and family relatives support me on becoming one, I can do some anime voices and loli voice, i have a high pitch voice too and i can speak clear english I can speak japanese too and I can write songs too…And I want to know if i can sign up…

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      December 14, 2020, 1:38 pm

      Hi Angel,

      If you’d like to get into voice acting, you should sign up for a Voices talent account. When you’re filling out your profile, you’ll then have the opportunity to list cartoons and animation as the category of voice over work that most interests you.

      Reply
  • Avatar for david nick
    david nick
    December 3, 2020, 10:33 pm

    My son is twelve wishes to be an actor

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      December 14, 2020, 11:20 am

      Hi David,

      If you and your son would like to start auditioning for voice work, then your best bet is to sign up for a Voices talent account together. You’ll then be able to complete your online profile and begin browsing our vast job board of professional voice over work opportunities.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Maegyn
    Maegyn
    December 3, 2020, 10:36 pm

    Hi yes I am 12 years old I am very good at voice acting at least I think so I can do improv really well give me any type of scenario and I can make a story out of it it has been my lifelong dream since I was little to be a actor of any kind and I would be really appreciative if you read me that but if you can’t I can understand thank you

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      December 14, 2020, 1:20 pm

      Hi Maegyn,

      As long as you have parent or guardian permission and supervision, you can sign up for a Voices account and begin auditioning for voice over jobs featured on our platform.

      Reply
  • Avatar for K.K
    K.K
    December 6, 2020, 12:25 am

    Hi! I really want to be a voice actor. I love tv and have seen a few shows where most of the cast are kids. The bad part is that I can’t find anywhere to audition and most of the big tv show companies I dream of auditioning into one day are in places like Toronto which is far from America. Do you think I should start small and forget about big companies since I’m a beginner and my chances of being in tv shows are pretty slim?

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      December 14, 2020, 11:00 am

      Hi K.K,

      One of the great things about voice acting in today’s world is that it’s easy to cut your teeth in the industry no matter where you’re based, just as long as you have a microphone and an internet connection. My advice would be to audition for productions on online platforms like Voices.com, so you can gain some experience and work your way up to larger projects.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Roshni
    Roshni
    January 6, 2021, 6:03 am

    My daughter is 6 years old..she is fluent in English..good in voice modulation..we are really interested in dubbing work for her so that she presents her skills infront of people..

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      January 6, 2021, 11:34 am

      Hi Roshni,

      A great way for you and your daughter to get started in voice acting is by signing up for a talent account with Voices. You’ll then be able to fill out her profile and submit auditions for dubbing jobs featured on our platform.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Salako
    Salako
    January 9, 2021, 7:28 pm

    Awesome
    Interested

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      January 11, 2021, 9:53 am

      Hi Salako,

      Sign up for a Voices account to get started!

      Reply
  • Avatar for Maciella
    Maciella
    January 25, 2021, 12:10 pm

    Hi my daughter is 9 and she always asks me to do voice acting especially for an anime that she maid me watch it was called my hero academia I would really love if she can get into voice acting.

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      January 25, 2021, 4:56 pm

      Hi Maciella,

      If you’d like to start voice acting with your daughter, you can sign up for a Voices account and begin submitting auditions for voice over jobs. When you’re filling out your profile, you’ll have the opportunity to list an interest in voice acting for cartoons and animated projects.

      Reply
  • Avatar for Riya
    Riya
    March 1, 2021, 5:17 am

    I want to become a voice actor

    Reply
    • Avatar for Oliver Skinner
      Oliver Skinner
      March 1, 2021, 9:40 am

      Hi Riya,

      When you sign up for a Voices account, you can begin auditioning for voice acting jobs and launch your career as a voice actor.

      Happy auditioning,
      Oliver

      Reply
  • Avatar for Okuhle
    Okuhle
    April 21, 2021, 5:09 pm

    I’m 16 years old young girl and I really would love to do voice over. I have a clear voice and I love acting.

    Reply
  • Avatar for avela mtshali
    avela mtshali
    May 10, 2021, 7:06 am

    I would also like to be the next voice actor

    Reply
  • Avatar for Landon Fitzsimmons
    Landon Fitzsimmons
    June 7, 2021, 9:11 pm

    Hey, my name’s Landon, I’m 12 years old, and I was wanting to do voice acting, but I have no clue where to start. I’m in PA, and I was looking for some small opportunities. I figured you guys would point me in the right direction, I have no relatance to anything, so you could say I am the starter of the starters. I just love doing voice impressions, singing, etc. And my sister suggested voice acting. What do you think I could do?

    Reply
    • Avatar for andrew
      andrew
      June 8, 2021, 9:10 am

      Hi Landon,

      The first thing you should do is talk to your parents about deciding to pursue voice acting. I think that the answer depends on your unique situation. You know your parents best.

      In general, if you’d like to supply them with information on what voice acting is and how people get started, you can point them to our blog post on getting started in voice acting: https://www.voices.com/blog/starting-voice-acting-career/, and/or our beginner’s guide https://www.voices.com/help/beginners-guide-to-voice-acting – each of which help to detail all of the considerations that go into voice acting, from training, to tech required, career opportunities available to voice actors and more.

      Best of luck in your decision,
      Andrew

      Reply
  • Avatar for Iftekhar Ahmed
    Iftekhar Ahmed
    June 11, 2021, 2:39 pm

    Hi am am 12 years old. I love anime and that is why I want to become an anime voice actor. But the thing is that my parents and my sisters think this is too silly for me. And I don’t have money to buy equipment’s to record my voice. I don’t know what to do and can you help me please?

    Reply
    • Avatar for andrew
      andrew
      June 16, 2021, 12:08 pm

      Hi there!

      While we no longer offer child memberships on the site, the best thing you can do at your age is to begin practicing and creating a portfolio of your work to be ready to book jobs.

      Here are some sample scripts you can use to get started recording your voice and working on delivery: https://www.voices.com/blog/?s=sample+scripts

      For more information on where to start in your journey, our Beginner’s Guide To Voice Acting offers plenty of information about all the things you need to get started on the path: https://www.voices.com/help/beginners-guide-to-voice-acting

      Best of luck recording,
      Andrew

      Reply
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    s r ( i can't tell yall my full name)
    June 11, 2021, 9:42 pm

    I’m 11 year of age and i want to voice act an anime but I don’t know how to start i’m good at voices and acting and I only have a chrome book in the meantime I know I probably shouldn’t be on this website but i need some advice

    Reply
    • Avatar for andrew
      andrew
      June 16, 2021, 12:08 pm

      Hi there!

      While we no longer offer child memberships on the site, the best thing you can do at your age is to begin practicing and creating a portfolio of your work to be ready to book jobs.

      Here are some sample scripts you can use to get started recording your voice and working on delivery: https://www.voices.com/blog/?s=sample+scripts

      For more information on where to start in your journey, our Beginner’s Guide To Voice Acting offers plenty of information about all the things you need to get started on the path: https://www.voices.com/help/beginners-guide-to-voice-acting

      Best of luck recording,
      Andrew

      Reply
  • Avatar for Loretta salas
    Loretta salas
    September 13, 2021, 10:54 pm

    Hello my daughter is currently 8 years old has come to me with an interest of becoming a voice actress. My major concern she does take a bit to remember lines and she is diagnosed with ADHD do you know of any voice actress or actors that are currently good at this just to put my mind at ease that she too can be good.

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    • Avatar for Niki Clark
      Niki Clark
      September 14, 2021, 8:46 am

      Hello Loretta!

      At its foundation, ADHD is another unique way that human brains function. There are more successful entertainers and actors with the same diagnosis than I can even count! In today’s age, there are many resources available to kids with a dream, just like your daughter, that help them learn how to harness the unique skills that comes with their ADHD diagnosis, actually.

      You and your daughter have inspired a conversation around here – we will look into writing about such diagnoses in relation to successful practices that help people like your daughter shine!

      Thank you so very much for asking such important questions and helping us see where we can expand on our blog. Subscribe to our blog and watch for the new piece sometime in the next few months!

      Best,

      Niki

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      • Avatar for ARIEL
        ARIEL
        September 27, 2021, 11:06 pm

        Hi my name is Ariel is it free?

      • Avatar for Niki Clark
        Niki Clark
        September 29, 2021, 10:51 am

        Hello Ariel, Welcome!

        Yes it is free to join the Voices marketplace and build your profile. The free access gives you a public listing where clients can search for vocal qualities and discover your profile and demos! There are some upgrade options available as well. Our Getting started guide will give you the details you are looking for!

        Wishing you the best of luck!

        Niki

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    Ann Salam
    October 22, 2021, 8:00 pm

    How do I Seek agency representation to find voice acting work for my child

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    • Avatar for Niki Clark
      Niki Clark
      October 27, 2021, 9:07 am

      Hi Ann,

      Sorry we weren’t able to speak directly to your question within the blog. We know all about non-union work, and unfortunately can’t speak to how to find agency representation for your child. I would imagine Googling “talent agency” in your local area would give you access to a few agencies whom you could call to ask these questions of!

      Best of luck,

      Niki

      Reply
  • Avatar for Boniswa
    Boniswa
    February 13, 2022, 7:09 am

    My daughter is 11 turning 12 this month (February 2022) she’s really interested in doing voice overs. Please help.

    Reply
  • Avatar for Kate Garza
    Kate Garza
    April 4, 2022, 1:28 pm

    I am a 12 year old girl and I wanted to become a voice actress for anime I was told I couldn’t do it. I was wondering if you could give me any advice>

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  • Avatar for Gwendolyn J Tartaglia
    Gwendolyn J Tartaglia
    February 24, 2023, 4:34 pm

    I’m still not getting the answers I was hoping for. I would like to see if I could get a job using my voice, either reading audio -books, or the Bible, or any of the classic books that I loved since childhood, like C. S. Lewis, & Tolkien! I’m disabled, but I’d be happy to rejoin the workforce, if I possibly can!

    Reply