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Applications of American English Voice Over in Different Types of Content
American English voiceovers have a wide range of applications across various types of content, each serving unique purposes to enhance the audience’s experience. Here are some key applications:
- Advertising and Commercials: American English voiceovers in advertisements and commercials help create a compelling narrative that can attract and engage a global audience. A professional voiceover artist can deliver the message with the right tone, inflection, and emphasis, making the ad more memorable and effective.
- Corporate Videos: For corporate communications, including training videos, company profiles, and internal announcements, American English voiceovers ensure clarity and professionalism. They help maintain a consistent brand voice and effectively communicate important information to employees and stakeholders.
- IVR and Customer Service: Interactive Voice Response (IVR) systems and customer service hotlines often use American English voiceovers to guide users through menus and provide assistance. A clear and friendly voiceover can improve user experience and ensure effective communication.
- Public Announcements and Safety Instructions: In public spaces, transportation systems, and during events, American English voiceovers are used for public announcements and safety instructions. Clear and precise voiceovers ensure that important information is conveyed effectively to everyone.
In addition to the language and its local variation, you can choose the tone and register you want to use: friendly, funny, scary, or didactic.
Is a Female or Male Voice Preferable? All these aspects must be considered in the voiceover, and choosing the right one will make a difference in the success of your content. Following the previous examples, advertising needs an attractive and enthusiastic voice with a gender that matches the target audience.
When it comes to corporate communications, the tone should be professional and informative, while a voice actor for IVR or safety instructions needs to convey the message clearly, with authority but also with calmness.
Other Types of English Spoken Around the World
Besides American English, English is spoken in several other forms around the world, each with its own characteristics and variations. Here are some of the main types of English you may encounter:
- British English: Spoken in the United Kingdom, British English includes several dialects and accents such as Cockney, Received Pronunciation (RP), Scouse, and Geordie. It is often seen as the standard form of English in Europe.
- Australian English: Spoken in Australia, this form of English has a distinctive accent and slang. Australian English incorporates words from Aboriginal languages and features unique terms like “arvo” (afternoon) and “mate” (friend).
- Canadian English: A mix of American and British English influences, Canadian English has its own unique accent and vocabulary. Canadians often use British spelling (e.g., “centre” instead of “center”) but share many similarities with American English in pronunciation and usage.
- Indian English: Widely spoken in India, Indian English includes various regional accents and incorporates words and expressions from Indian languages. It is heavily influenced by British English due to colonial history but has evolved to include unique grammatical structures and vocabulary.
- South African English: Spoken in South Africa, South African English has influences from British English, Afrikaans, and indigenous languages. It features distinctive pronunciation and regional variations.
- New Zealand English: Similar to Australian English but with its own unique accent and vocabulary, New Zealand English includes words from the Māori language and features a distinct pronunciation of vowels.
- Irish English: Spoken in Ireland, this form of English includes a range of dialects and accents, influenced by the Irish language (Gaelic). Irish English has unique grammatical structures and idiomatic expressions.
- Singaporean English (Singlish): A colloquial form of English spoken in Singapore, Singlish incorporates elements from Chinese, Malay, and Tamil. It is characterized by its unique grammar, vocabulary, and use of particles like “lah” and “lor.”
- Philippine English: English is one of the official languages of the Philippines and is used in government, education, and media. Philippine English has a distinct accent and incorporates words from Filipino languages.
How does GoLocalise work?
Understanding your project’s needs
GoLocalise consists of a team of seasoned professionals who collaborate closely with leading translation and production companies to deliver high-quality services. Our process begins by thoroughly understanding the technical aspects of your project to ensure we meet your requirements. We will ask a series of questions to identify your target audience, the type of content you want us to handle, and the impact you aim to achieve.
Selecting the ideal voice-over artists for your project
We aim to help you find the perfect voice-over artist for your project. To achieve this, we will search for the ideal candidate both within and outside our artist portfolio. Whether you need a voice that is engaging, expressive, or commercial, we have you covered!
Assigning a multilingual project manager
We will designate a dedicated project manager to be your sole point of contact, guiding you through the entire process, addressing all your questions, and simplifying each stage. This project manager will:
- Clarify all the steps involved to make them easy to understand and assist you in identifying the exact services you need to stay within your budget.
- Aid in selecting the perfect voice-over artist to convey your ideas.
- Ensure that all steps in the process are well-coordinated and that deadlines are met. Once you've chosen your ideal artist, you can relax and trust your experienced project manager to handle everything until the project is completed.
Record voice-over audio in our modern studios
Every aspect of the process has been meticulously crafted to allow you to concentrate on the essence of the service: the voice-over recording session. With our high-quality audio equipment and superior acoustic studios, including Pro Tools HD and Neumann microphones, your recordings will have a pristine sound. Our sound engineers will then fine-tune the recorded audio to ensure it is sharp and clean, eliminating the need for retakes and maximizing your budget. For languages that you or your client may not speak, we provide professional linguistic assistance to ensure clarity in all the languages into which you are translating your content.
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