Prepare your script and environment

These voiceover tips start before you even press record. First, nail down your script. Write like you talk, not like you're writing an essay. Keep sentences relatively short. Reading it aloud helps catch awkward phrasing. Maybe use bullet points if a full script feels too stiff.

Next, think about where you're recording. Noise is your enemy. Find the quietest spot possible. That means closing windows and doors. Turn off fans, air conditioners, even noisy computer fans if you can. Echo, or reverb, is another problem. Recording in a closet filled with clothes works wonders. If that's not possible, choose a room with carpets, curtains, or furniture. These soft surfaces soak up sound and stop it from bouncing around, giving you a cleaner recording.