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Audio Description for Video: Why Accessibility is Your New Competitive Advantage

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In today’s digital landscape, video is one of the most powerful tools for communicating, marketing, and informing. But how do you ensure your message reaches everyone in your target audience? The answer lies in accessibility, and one of its most crucial components is Audio Description.

Audio Description is an additional audio track that describes visual elements in a video for individuals with visual impairments. It involves carefully and objectively conveying what is happening on screen – from characters’ appearances and gestures to environments, timing, and important on-screen text.

Why is Audio Description more important than ever?

  • Legal Requirements and Future-Proofing: With the EU’s European Accessibility Act, fully implemented in 2025, digital accessibility requirements are tightening across many sectors, including e-commerce, banking, and telecommunications. By incorporating Audio Description into your video content now, you not only meet legal requirements but also position yourself as a responsible and forward-thinking company.
  • Increased Reach and Inclusion: Approximately 285 million people globally live with some form of visual impairment. Without Audio Description, you exclude a significant portion of the population from your content. By including it, you demonstrate that your brand values diversity and strives to be accessible to all. It is not just an ethical choice, but a smart business strategy.
  • Enhanced User Experience for Everyone: Did you know that Audio Description can benefit people without visual impairments too? It is useful for those listening to a video in the background (like a podcast) or those watching on small screens who might miss key details. In a world where multitasking is the norm, extra descriptions enhance understanding for everyone.
  • SEO Benefits: While Audio Description isn’t directly indexed like text, highly accessible content indicates a better user experience, which can positively influence your search engine optimization. Furthermore, inclusive content is more likely to be shared and linked to, indirectly boosting your visibility.

How does Audio Description work?

The process for professional Audio Description involves several key steps:

  1. Scriptwriting: An expert writes a detailed script describing the visual elements of the video, carefully timed to fit into the natural pauses of the existing audio track.
  2. Voice Recording: A professional voice actor records the script with clear articulation and an appropriate tone.
  3. Mixing: The new audio track is precisely mixed with the original video’s sound (dialogue, music, and effects) to create a harmonious and informative final result.

At Voice To Me, we have extensive experience producing high-quality Audio Description for all types of video content – from commercials and informational videos to webinars and educational materials. We guarantee that your message reaches everyone, the right way.

Do your company videos need Audio Description? Let us help you future-proof your content and embrace more inclusive communication. Contact us today for a consultation!

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Busy Days

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Christmas is around the corner, and Santa’s sound workshop is bustling with activity to get everything finished before the 24th. Today we are working on voice recordings, audio production, and voiceovers for the following companies:

Youtube – Instruction films för creators
Garnier – Tv commercial
Svenska för invandrare – Information films English
Lamisil – Radio commerical
K-Bygg – Tv Commercial
Energistrategipodden – Audio editing
Njurpodden – recording
Skellefteå Science City –engelsk-amercian voiceover
Leos Lekland – National radio commercial
Fly-By – Radio commercial
The pharmaceutical industry in Norway – film
Tandlaget – Instore tv
Snälltåget – Radio commerical
Svenska Hem Lidköping – Radio commercial
Hedin Bil – Radio commercial
Wendre – Social media film
Benlysta – Videopresentation
Genom livet utan epelepsianfall – Social media
Hedin bil – IVR phoneprompts
Dyslexi – Video presentation
Subaru – Radio commercial
Tretti.se – Tv commecial
Behandling för barn och unga podden – recording
Reco port – Social media
Indoor light – Instore finland, norway, sweden
Be my Guest – podd recording and editing
Gram group – radio commercial
Disney Taylor Swift – Tv commercial
Hjärnkoll – Company film
Biopasset Regnmannen – Social media
Disney – Percy Jackson – Tv commercial Finland, Norway
Meko – IVR phone prompts
Make it Podden – editing
Malmö däck – radio commerical
Södra – Information film
GDPR – Information film
Brederup  group– IVR phone prompts Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, German
Granngården – Instore
Scouterna – Film
Rototilt – Information film Swedish, German

“HO HO HO!” – Easier Said Than Done? Watch Voice To Me’s Santa in the Studio!

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“HO HO HO!” – Easier Said Than Done? Watch Voice To Me’s Santa in the Studio!

Christmas is fast approaching, and Santa’s voice is already everywhere – on TV, radio, and online. However, recording the perfect holiday message, or even just a genuine “HO HO HO!”, is no walk in the park. It requires the right balance of warmth, authority, and holiday cheer.

At Voice To Me’s Santa workshop, it’s peak season! Our professional Santas (yes, we have over 1400 of them in 100 different languages!) are busy delivering messages for the holiday shopping season and the post-Christmas/New Year’s sales.

Do you want to see what happens when the experts try to nail the perfect Santa sound?

Check out our YouTube video “Santa Sessions” and get a behind-the-scenes look at the studio:

Do you have an important message that needs to be heard during the Christmas or New Year’s holidays? Don’t let your offer disappear in the noise.

The solution is simple:

Turn to Voice To Me with confidence. We have the right voice for your message – whether you need a jolly Santa, a serious narrator, or something completely different. Plus, we are open every weekday throughout the Christmas and New Year’s holidays.

Find your voice and order directly through our website: www.voicetome.com

The Art of Directing a Voice: A Guide for Non-Producers

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You’ve written the perfect script. You’ve selected a voice talent from Voice To Me with the exact right tone. But when the audio file finally lands in your inbox, it feels… not quite right. It sounds good, but it lacks that specific “spark” you heard in your head.

Sound familiar?

Directing a voice actor can feel intimidating if you aren’t an experienced producer. Many clients get stuck trying to explain technical details, like “speak a bit faster here” or “go up in pitch there.” But the secret to a great recording is rarely about technique—it’s about communication and context.

Here are 5 tips to help you get exactly the result you want, without needing to be an expert in sound direction.

1. Context is King The absolute most important thing you can give a voice actor isn’t instructions about tempo, but information about where the voice will be heard. A voice behaves completely differently depending on the platform.

  • Instagram Story: Often requires high energy, a fast pace, and a “straight to the point” attitude to stop scrolling thumbs.
  • E-learning/Training: Requires calm, clarity, and pausing so the listener has time to absorb the information.
  • Brand Film: Perhaps it should be poetic, inspiring, and close to the microphone?

Tip: Always write a line at the top of the script: “This will be used on [Platform] and the target audience is [Target Audience].”

2. Think in Emotions, Not Sound Waves Instead of saying “speak lighter,” try to describe the feeling or the relationship to the listener. This is what professional voice actors are best at interpreting. Use adjectives and metaphors:

  • “Imagine you are telling a secret to a close friend.”
  • “You are an authoritative news anchor delivering important facts.”
  • “Pretend you are trying to pep talk a football team at halftime.”

When you set a “role” for the voice, the tempo and pitch often fall into place naturally.

3. Highlight the Essentials (Emphasis) Language can be tricky. A sentence can change meaning entirely depending on which word you emphasize. Take the sentence: “I didn’t say we should change suppliers.”

  • “I didn’t say…” (Someone else said it).
  • “I didn’t say we should change…” (Maybe we were just going to evaluate them).

Tip: Go through your script and bold or <u>underline</u> the words that carry the core message. This helps the reader understand the heart of the text immediately.

4. Reference Listening (Borrow from Others) It’s perfectly okay to steal ideas. Have you heard a radio commercial or seen a YouTube video where the voice has the exact attitude you’re looking for? Send a link!

Saying “We want the same feeling as in Volvo’s latest ad, but a bit happier” is a fantastic shortcut. It gives us and the voice talent a shared goal right from the start. You can also listen to the voice’s previous demos on our website and say: “I liked how you sounded in demo no. 2, go with that style.”

5. Trust the Voice Actor (and Us!) Remember that the voices in our archive are pros. They read scripts every day. Sometimes an instruction can be as simple as: “Here is the text, feel free to interpret it however you think fits best for a tech startup.”

And if you still feel unsure? We are here. At Voice To Me, we are used to acting as the link between your vision and the voice’s performance. We can help you formulate the direction or even be present during the recording to ensure it’s right on the first take.

In summary: Be clear about the context, speak about emotions rather than technique, and don’t be afraid to show examples. That makes the result sweet music to your ears.

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Global Marketing? Why Local Voices Are the Key to Success

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Expanding internationally is exciting, but it places high demands on your communication. To succeed, you must speak to your audience in their own language—not just in text, but also with a voice that feels familiar. This is where localization voiceover becomes crucial. Using a local voice isn’t just a matter of translation; it’s about building trust and relevance.

1. Cultural Relevance and Authenticity

A voice from a specific region has a unique accent, tone, and phrasing that an outsider can rarely master. This gives your video or ad an authenticity that speaks directly to the local audience. It builds trust and shows that your brand genuinely cares about the local market.

2. Improved Understanding

Certain expressions and slang words can lose their power if not said with the right intonation. A professional voiceover from a local voice actor ensures that the message is not only correctly translated but also delivered in a way that is culturally relevant and easy to understand.

3. SEO Benefits for Global Marketing

Using local voices in your videos is also part of your international marketing strategy. Think about YouTube and other video platforms where a video with a specific nation’s language or dialect will rank higher in search results for that region. A voiceover multiple languages strategy is therefore key to global visibility.

Conclusion: Dare to Go Local

Hiring a local voice actor is a smart investment for any company that wants to reach a global audience. It’s a detail that can make a huge difference in how your brand is perceived.

Ready to reach your global audience? Browse thousands of voices in over 100 languages at Voice To Me.com and find the perfect match for your next campaign.

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Create an unforgettable gala evening with a professional voiceover

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A gala is more than just a gathering of people – it’s an experience. It’s an evening filled with excitement, celebration, and glamour. To truly elevate the feeling and make your event unforgettable, every detail is important. And one of the most crucial details, which is often overlooked, is the voice that guides your guests through the evening.

Imagine arriving at an elegant gala venue. Music is playing, and the mingling has begun. Suddenly, the lights dim, and a warm, authoritative, and engaging voice welcomes you. It sets the tone immediately – professionalism, elegance, and a hint of the excitement that lies ahead. A professional voiceover can, on its own, create that instant “gala feeling” you’re looking for.

Voiceover – Your invisible host

A skilled voiceover artist can serve as your invisible host, elegantly holding the evening together from start to finish. The voice can:

  • Welcome guests and set the mood.
  • Present nominees with excitement and gravitas.
  • Announce winners in a way that builds anticipation.
  • Provide justifications that honor the achievements.
  • Thank and conclude the evening with a professional impression.

This means you don’t necessarily need a physical host, unless you specifically desire one. The voiceover takes care of the seamless flow, freeing you to focus on other parts of the event. The result? A smoother, more polished, and impressive evening that leaves a lasting impression.

Voice To Me – Your partner for world-class galas

At Voice To Me, a voiceover agency, we have had the unique privilege over the past 15 years of being a part of hundreds of gala events, from intimate industry awards to large, national TV broadcasts. We have recorded host voices in over 40 languages, giving us unparalleled expertise in delivering exactly the right voice and tone for every unique event.

How we guarantee a perfect experience:

  1. Custom recording: We record precisely according to your script, with a voice that matches your vision and brand.
  2. Maximum audibility: We carefully process the sound to ensure optimal clarity and audibility, even in large venues with complex acoustics.
  3. Easy handling: All audio files are cut into separate segments. This makes it easy for your sound technician to play the correct file at the exact right time, eliminating stress and potential mistakes.

Don’t let your next gala lack that little extra. Invest in a professional voiceover that enhances every moment and creates a sense of exclusivity and grandeur. Contact us at Voice To Me, and we will help you find the perfect voice for your unforgettable gala evening!

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From the static voices of the past to the global live direction of the future.

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In a world where creativity and speed are crucial, the voice-over industry has undergone a revolution. Not long ago, a voice recording was a logistical challenge: you booked a studio, a voice actor, and an engineer, and all parties had to be in the same place at the same time. The result was often functional, but perhaps not always the unique voice you had dreamed of for your project. Today, the situation is completely different. Thanks to digital innovations, we now have a dynamic and borderless voice-over world where you as a creator, film producer, or advertiser have total control, no matter where you are. Ordering a voice recording is no longer a cumbersome process, but a quick and seamless service that can be handled in just a few clicks.

Voicetome.com – The Voice Agency Redefining Speed and Quality

At www.voicetome.com, we have taken this development to the next level. We understand that your time is valuable and that every part of your production must be perfect. That’s why we offer a service that is optimized for today’s demands.

We have built a platform where you can easily and quickly:

  • Search among thousands of voices: With 4,000 professional voices in over 100 languages, you have a treasure trove of talent to choose from. From the deep, convincing narrator’s voice to the bubbly and character-filled commercial read — we have the voice for your specific project.
  • Get real-time live direction: One of our greatest strengths is our “production environment,” where you can follow the recording in real-time and give direct feedback. Whether your voice actor is in New York and you are in Stockholm, you can direct as if you were in the same room.
  • Fast delivery directly to your inbox: We know you want your material as quickly as possible. When the recording is complete, you get the audio files delivered directly via the internet, in the format you want (wav, mp3, aif, etc.). The entire process, from order to finished file, is built for maximum efficiency.

Our Quality Guarantee – Your Peace of Mind

We are so confident in the quality of our work that we offer a unique quality guarantee: if you are not satisfied with the delivered voice recording, we will do a new recording completely free of charge. This gives you, the customer, a security that is difficult to find elsewhere and sets us apart from simpler marketplaces where you often have to handle all communication and any retakes directly with the voice actor.

How We Stand Out from the Competition

While other voice agencies also have large voice archives and offer audio production, our competitive advantage lies in our seamless, comprehensive approach. We are not just a platform where you look for a voice; we are your partner who guides you through the entire process, from casting to finished audio, with a personal service. Our platform is a powerful tool that gives you unique control over your production.

In an industry that is constantly evolving, the choice of a voice agency is crucial. Choose a partner who not only understands the present but also builds the voice-over solutions of the future. Choose www.voicetome.com.

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Voice Acting for Audiobooks: The Art of Captivating Listeners

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Audiobooks have experienced an enormous surge in popularity in recent years, and for many, it is now the preferred way to consume literature. Furthermore, the voice acting plays a crucial role in making an audiobook truly captivating. A professional voice actor can give life to characters, create atmosphere and draw the listener into the story in a way that the text alone cannot. For authors and publishers, it is therefore important to choose the right voice to captivate listeners through their performance.

The Unique Role of Voice Acting in Audiobook Production:
  • Creates Characters: A skilled voice actor can use their voice to create distinct characters with different personalities and emotions.
  • Builds Atmosphere: Through variation in tone, tempo, and intonation, the voice actor can create the right atmosphere for each scene in the book.
  • Increases Immersion: An engaging voice actor can make the listener feel more involved in the story and identify with the characters.
  • Improves Accessibility: Audiobooks make literature accessible to people with reading difficulties or visual impairments.
Tips for Authors and Publishers Seeking Professional Audiobook Voice Actors:
  • Listen to Voice Samples: Take the time to listen to several voice actors’ samples to find a voice that suits your book’s genre and tone.
  • Look for Experience: Choose a voice actor who has experience in recording audiobooks and understands the process.
  • Request a Test Recording: Ask the voice actor to read an excerpt from your book so you can hear how they interpret the text.
  • Discuss Your Expectations: Be clear about your wishes regarding tempo, tone, and character interpretation.
How VoiceToMe Facilitates the Process of Finding and Hiring Experienced Audiobook Voice Actors:

Voice To Me is a network of professional voice actors with experience in audiobook narration. Our platform makes it easy to search, listen to samples, and get in touch with the voice that suits your needs. We understand the importance of a high-quality voice and collaborate only with the best talents in the industry.

Captivate your listeners with a professionally narrated audiobook. Find the right voice for your story at Voice To Me.

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Voice Archive for Corporate Videos in the Nordic reg: Crafting Engaging Content

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In today’s digital landscape, videos are a powerful tool for communicating with your audience, whether it’s showcasing your company, promoting a product, or training your employees. A crucial factor in creating engaging corporate videos is selecting the right voice over talent. Professional voice over services such as a voice archive or voice bank can elevate your video from good to great, ensuring your message resonates effectively with your Nordic target audience.

The Power of Professional Voice Overs for Corporate Videos:
  • Boosts Engagement: A pleasant and clear voice can capture viewers’ attention and keep them interested throughout the video.
  • Enhances Comprehension: Professional voice actors know how to emphasize key words and phrases to make information easier to digest.
  • Builds Trust: An authoritative and credible voice can strengthen your brand’s image and increase viewers’ confidence in your message.
  • Creates a Professional Feel: High-quality voice recordings contribute to a polished and professional final product.
Tips for Choosing the Right Voice Style and Tone for Your Corporate Videos in the Nordic region:
  • Consider the Video’s Purpose: Is it an informative presentation, a persuasive commercial, or an instructional video? The tone of the voice should align with the purpose.
  • Know Your Target Audience: Who are you trying to reach with your video? The voice should appeal to your audience’s preferences and expectations.
  • Match the Voice to Your Brand: The voice you choose should be consistent with your brand’s personality and values.
  • Listen to Voice Samples: Most voice over services, including VoiceToMe, offer voice samples so you can hear different voices before making your decision.
How Voice To Me Can Help You Find the Perfect Voice:

At Voice To Me (www.voicetome.com), we have a wide selection of professional Nordic voice actors with diverse styles and experiences. Our user-friendly search function makes it easy to find the perfect voice for your corporate videos. Whether you need a warm and friendly voice for a customer presentation or an authoritative voice for an internal training video, we have the talent you’re looking for. If you need tips or advice regarding voices, you are always welcome to contact us. Our coordinators Anna and Anna are always ready to help you.

Create engaging and effective corporate videos that resonate with your Nordic audience using professional voice over services from VoiceToMe. Visit www.voicetome.com to explore our range of voices and get started on your next video project.

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