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English (American) Voice Actor Melissa H.

Melissa H.

Premium Top Rated
English (American)
United States local time

Native Voice Samples

Commercial Demo
Narration
Explainer Videos
E-learning
Corporate Videos
Promos
Audiobooks
IVR
Podcasts
Movie Trailers
TV Shows
Automotive
Political Ads
Radio Imaging
Others

Overview

Thank you for reaching out. My name is Melissa and I am a Female American English voice over professional. My voice is conversational, natural, believable, warm, youthful and most of all real. I will record a human, natural, conversational, American female voice over or narration for your:
Explainer videos
YouTube ads or broadcast commercials
E learning or online tutorials
Phone on hold prompts, IVR
Artificial intelligence, AI
Corporate, technical or medical narration
Documentary
Promo
Audio advertisement
and of course more-
Are you feeling relaxed and confident while you search for the perfect voice? Voice over ordering should be easy. Extras include 24 hour delivery, video sync, royalty free music, split files, extra revisions, commercial and broadcast rights.
If you want to make sure I “nailed it,” once you accept my quote, I can record samples of your script. YOU and your team choose the right sample for your project giving you more control and less anxiety!
My recording studio, a professional Whisper Room which produces amazing clear sound, allows me to meet tight deadlines and make changes easily. Mouth noise is gross! My recording studio is professional so your recording is clear, natural and clean with no interfering noise. If you need a professional American female, conversational voice over recording with no mouth noise or breaths, we will work together quite beautifully.
In addition, I have access to incredible copyright free music to fit any project. If you need my narration added to your current video, I have the skills to sync, add music, visuals, narration and more. The production process is important and I understand all the creatives it takes to get it done.
I have years of experience narrating explainer videos, corporate narration, political ads, character narration, TV and radio promos, public service announcements, internet video narration, AI, e-learning narration, navigation apps, phone messaging, podcast intro/outro, characters in games, new apps and more.
Your project is important so I work with clients to find just the perfect cadence, tone and energy to get the message right.
Let’s work together online or have a directed session via Source Connect, Skype or phone patch! I embrace differences from all around the world and any culture.

Experience

As a professional female voice actor, I am all about the relationship with clients and the high quality of delivered voice over work.
It starts with a deep belief that honesty, integrity and a strong work ethic are what drives quality narration. Most of my experience comes from transparency, career training, world travel and a willingness to listen. You may feel it’s important to know the person behind the voice. Although, I have been voice acting most of my adult life, I have taken twists and turns as a professional.
In 2016, my husband and I sold everything, bought a sailboat and sailed down the coast of Mexico. From there, we departed and sailed across the Pacific Ocean to French Polynesia where we spent months visiting remote corners and villages. We explored our interest in people, culture and overcoming deep fears about sailing. After we sailed back from Hawaii, to San Diego, we sold the boat and bought an RV. We traveled the United States, Alaska and Canada. Our experiences have broadened our relationship with many ideas, each other and the world around us.
I used these unique experiences to tell a story and share the fears, accomplishments and goodness that we found by traveling the world.
Because of my experiences in adventure world travel, my voice has a special confidence that makes it believable, natural, energetic and compassionate.
I spent several years working with non-profit organizations where I used my public speaking skills to help spread the word. It was at the American Red Cross Blood Services in San Diego where I was asked to be the “on camera” and “broadcast studio on- air” spokesperson. I was so passionate about the news side of my job, I decided to seek out an internship with radio and television broadcasting.
After a successful internship, I was hired to be a reporter. There, I helped with all aspects of the news production. I learned how to use my voice and was able to write and read news copy for a local cable TV company.
My skills continued to improve and I was hired in another organization. I presented various educational programs to thousands of adults, professionals, executives and children and again, found a new voice of compassion.
My travels have inspired many video productions and voiceover opportunities. My goal is to help anyone who has a message, project or passion but needs my voice to tell the story.
If I could sum up my learned skills, here are a few examples where my voice has made an impression, a difference and projects come to life:
Explainer videos, travel and adventure narration, YouTube video production and voice over, travel documentaries, professional narration, audio book narration, e-learning, reporter/writer, on camera spokesperson, IVR telephone messaging and now artificial intelligence, new apps, script writing and more.

Credentials

BS Psychology, San Diego State University
Radio and Television Broadcasting Certificate
Carrie Olsen Voice Over Success Intensive Coaching

Companies I have voiced for

Airbus
NASA
Jostens
Marriott International
Avon
Birch
Subaru of Auburn
Verge Insurance
Vine Vera
Google Maps
Bend Radio Group
San Diego Port Authority
KBHR 93. 3 Fm-the Bear Radio
Habitat for Humanity
Northwest Strategies
GoGo Games
Verboden Apparel
X-Rize
Coursebuddy.com
Sleeppodcast
Precision Strategies
Loma Media
Parabolee
Kineo
Kona Life
Stay Calculating
LISTEN Technologies
Capt. Andy's Sailing Adventures
Kipu Ranch Adventures
NRocks Outdoor Adventures
South Coast Tours
Cattle Decapitation (Metal Band)
Island Packet Yachts
and More

Equipment I have

Whisper Room Voice Over
iMac (24”, M1 2021)
Mac OS Ventura
Apollo Solo Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface (game changer)
Adobe Audition- Entire Adobe Suite
Izotope RX8 Standard
Manly Vox plugin
Sure SM7B Microphone
AKG Head Phones
CalDigit Thunderbolt 3 Hubb
Gold Magami Cables
Cloud Lifter Mic Activator
Isolation Transformers in all data input locations

Reviews

Verified
Mar 9, 2023
Tal P.

Professional recording, easy to work with, friendly, on time delivery, fast response, helpful, professional service, great voice, good communication and quick turnaround.

Verified
Dec 24, 2020
Mark C.

Great job!

Hire Melissa for your Project Today!

1. Click the “Get my quote now” button on the top right.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to get Melissa’s proposal to your inbox.
3. Review and approve Melissa’s quote and fund the project.
4. Once the project is complete to your satisfaction, simply release your payment to Melissa and rate the work.

Member Since

December 2018

Completed Jobs

2

Last Active

7 days ago

Avg. Response Time

4 days

Rates starting at

150 USD

Location

United States

Time Zone

UTC -8:00 America/Anchorage

Languages

English (American)

Voice Ages

Teen
,
Young Adult
,
Middle-Aged

Specialized in Categories

Explainer Videos
,
Narration
,
E-learning
,
Corporate Videos
,
Promos
,
Documentaries
,
Audiobooks
,
IVR
,
Video Games
,
Animation
,
Podcasts
,
Automotive
,
Political Ads
,
Real Estate
,
Announcements
,
Radio Imaging
,
Others

Pitch

Character Voices

Styles

Reviews

Verified
Mar 9, 2023
Tal P.

Professional recording, easy to work with, friendly, on time delivery, fast response, helpful, professional service, great voice, good communication and quick turnaround.

Verified
Dec 24, 2020
Mark C.

Great job!

Hire Melissa for your Project Today!

1. Click the “Get my quote now” button on the top right.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to get Melissa’s proposal to your inbox.
3. Review and approve Melissa’s quote and fund the project.
4. Once the project is complete to your satisfaction, simply release your payment to Melissa and rate the work.

FAQ

Question: How much does it cost to book this voice actor?

Every voice actor sets their own rate. All of our talents are pros, but the cost can vary depending on their experience and skill level.

Generally speaking, voice over rates depend on:

  • Will the voice over be for broadcast and paid ads, or organic, non-promotional use?
  • The length of the script (word count).
  • Do you need the voice over fully edited and production-ready, or just the raw audio?
  • Do you want to direct the voice artist in real-time, or can they record independently?

Many of our voice actors follow our pricing schedule, but you’ll find that rates are negotiable, so if you let them know what you can afford, there’s a good chance they’ll accommodate you!

 

Question: How quickly can I receive the voice recording?

Every voice talent works to get your recording back as quickly as possible. Turnaround time often depends on:

  • The talent’s availability and workload.
  • How long the script is.
  • Whether there are technical or difficult-to-pronounce words in the text.

The sooner you hire, the faster you’ll get it! Some offer a 3-hour turnaround for urgent requests.

To get quotes quickly, we suggest posting a project or getting quotes from 15-20 voice actors who might be a great fit for your project.

The more you choose, the faster you’ll get quotes in your inbox.

Question: Where does the voice actor record my script?

All our voice actors record in their professional broadcast-quality home studios using high-end microphones.

We pre-screen each individual voice talent to make sure they can produce audio that is 100% pristine!

Since they will be representing your brand, the sound quality directly impacts your business’s image—so you deserve the best, especially for recordings meant to last for years!

Question: Can the voice actor record my script to help me make a decision?

Yes!

When filling out the quote request, you’ll have the option to upload or paste your script.

This will trigger an option to ask the voice actor to record a part of it, so you can get a feel for the final delivery:

 

Voice Crafters' quote form - request an audition

 

Question: Can I listen in and direct the voice actor during the recording in real-time?

Yes!

Once the project is funded, you can schedule the session with the voice actor and offer real-time direction, so you get your voice recording exactly how you want it!

Question: What if I need to make some fixes or add changes in the script?

In most cases, voice actors won’t charge for pickups if they make a mistake. Small script changes after the recording may also be free, as long as they’re reasonable and not major.

Just keep in mind that each actor has their own policy, so it’s best to clarify this upfront.

Question: What if I need an additional recording after the project has been completed?

If you need another script recorded for a completed project, you can agree on a price with the voice actor and then click the “Add more funds” option under their proposal:

Button to add funds after the project has been completed

 

This option is also available mid-project if the scope changes and you need additional recordings before releasing your payment to the voice actor:

Button to add funds during the project

Question: Can the voice talent split the recording into separate files or sync it with my video?

In most cases, the voice actor can split the recording into separate files and deliver them in formats like WAV, AIF, mp3, or others.

They should also be able to sync their voice to your video.

If not, feel free to reach out to us, and we’ll gladly assist!

Question: Can I get help with adding background music and mixing it with the voice-over?

Absolutely!

We have our very own royalty-free music catalog you can use to find the perfect piece of music for your project.

Once you buy music from our site, we can professionally mix it with your voice-over and even sync it with your video, so you’ll get the final product without having to ask your video editor.

Get in touch with us, tell us what you need, and we’ll be happy to take care of it.

Question: Do I get full rights to the voice recording? What’s the licensing agreement like?

Non-broadcast voice-overs, such as phone messages, YouTube clips, e-learning, audiobooks, and personal projects, typically come with a buyout in perpetuity.

This means you own the recording for any non-promotional use forever, with no extra fees.

Broadcast recordings, and/or ones used in paid advertising for TV, radio, or internet commercials, are licensed for a specific time period starting from when they’re first used, as defined in your quote request.

The usage time will be noted in your invoice.

Got more questions? Get all the answers here!