Why Booking a Directed Remote Session with a Voice Actor Is Totally Worth It!

If you’ve ever sent a script off to a voice actor and waited for the final file to come back, crossed fingers and all, you’re not alone. It’s a super common way to work, and it can definitely get the job done. But if you’re looking for something a little more collaborative, more efficient, and honestly, more exciting, then booking a directed remote session with your voice actor might be the game-changer you didn’t know you needed.

Let me break it down.

A directed remote session is basically a live, real-time recording session where you (and your team, if you’ve got one) dial in and listen as the voice actor performs your script. You can give direction, ask for alternate reads, tweak pacing or tone on the fly and work together to bring your project to life. Think of it as stepping inside the recording booth (virtually) without having to leave your desk.

Here’s why it’s such a win:

Live Direction = Instant Results

Instead of writing a long email about tone or referencing a past ad and hoping the voice actor interprets it the way you imagine, you can just say it. Right there, in the moment. Want a bit more warmth in that last line? Need a punchier delivery on the tagline? You can hear it live, ask for changes, and get exactly what you want, without the usual back-and-forth emails and revision rounds.

It’s faster, smoother, and more accurate. Less guesswork. More creativity.

You Can Talk to the Engineer (AKA Your New Best Friend)

If the session includes a sound engineer (which many do), you’re in for a treat. These folks are pros at capturing great audio, adjusting levels, offering mic advice, and making everything sound polished. Not sure if the music bed will sit well under the VO? Want to hear how the read sounds with a different mic setup? Just ask.

Having that direct line to both the talent and the engineer gives you way more control over the final sound and trust me, it shows.

Try New Things on the Spot

Sometimes, magic happens in the moment. Maybe a line that looked good on paper suddenly feels awkward out loud. Maybe you realize you want a playful take, or a whisper, or something totally unexpected. In a live session, you can play. Explore. Experiment. You and the voice actor can throw ideas around and find the version of your script that really sings.

Connect with the Voice Actor (And Get the Best Out of Us)

Believe it or not, voice actors are people too! (*insert winky face) We thrive on connection and collaboration. When we can chat with you, hear your passion for the project, understand your vision, and get a feel for the mood, you’ll get a much more connected, nuanced performance. It’s not just reading words. It’s about feeling them. Living them. That kind of energy flows more naturally when we’re working together in real time.

Hear Your Script Come to Life — Right Before Your Ears

There’s something really special about hearing your words lifted off the page as they’re being performed. You’ve put time and effort into writing this,

don’t you want to experience that moment when it all clicks? When the voice, tone, and pacing come together and your brand or message suddenly feels real? That’s what a live session gives you. That instant buzz of yep, this is it!

So if you’re working on a project, whether it’s a commercial, explainer video, eLearning module, or even an internal piece and you want to make sure the voice over absolutely nails it, consider booking a directed remote session. You’ll save time, reduce revisions, and walk away with something you’re proud to share.

Plus, it’s actually kind of fun. And in this line of work, lets be honest, fun and efficient is a combo we could all use more of.

Have questions about how a session like this works? Drop them in the comments, I’m happy to share more!