Why include a voice-over in a motion design video?
Motion design catches the eye, but it's the voice that sets the tempo, clarifies the message and engages the audience. My role? To make your video striking and memorable, in perfect synergy with your animation.
- Giving depth to the message - A well-positioned voice structures the content and instantly captures attention.
- Clarify an idea in seconds - Fluid, dynamic narration makes it easier to understand.
- Create a connection with your audience - A human voice brings emotion and authenticity to your message.
- Reinforce your brand image - A personalized tone sets your video apart and establishes a unique style.
What are the advantages of working with a professional voice-over artist?
With over 20 years' experience and a top-of-the-range recording studio, I can offer you a tailor-made interpretation for your motion design videos.
Each video has its own dynamic. With over 20 years' experience, I've worked with agencies, brands and animation studios looking for a voice that fits perfectly with their world.
The sound has to be as good as the picture. Thanks to my professional home studio, you get a clear, balanced recording that's ready for integration. Precise, warm rendering.
I work with a dedicated sound engineer to ensure controlled audio processing.
Audio formats adapted to your workflow - WAV, MP3, AIF according to your needs
Each video has its own tempo. My voice adapts perfectly to the rhythm and style of your motion design.
A calm or dynamic narration? I modulate my interpretation to suit your intention.
Perfectly synchronized with your images - A voice that follows the animation smoothly.
Is it possible to control the recording remotely?
Yes, it's entirely possible to direct the recording remotely. Thanks to professional tools like Source Connect, SessionLink Pro or Zoom, meet, teams. you can guide me artistically in real time to adjust interpretation, rhythm and intention. The goal? A smooth and efficient collaboration, where every nuance perfectly matches your vision. I'm happy to work with you to achieve a precise, natural recording that' s perfectly suited to your project. My sound engineer can be present during the session to ensure real-time playback.
What are the delivery times for a voice-over for a motion design video?
Between 5 minutes and 24h00 for a one-minute 30-second narration animation.
An urgent project? Need a last-minute adjustment? I'm available and responsive, with the ability to deliver quickly without compromising on quality.
✔ S hort turnaround times, express option available: 1-day delivery if required.
✔ Quick edits: adjustments can be made to fine-tune intonation and rhythm within the hour.
✔ Rigorous follow-up: your project is in good hands right through to completion.
As a freelance voiceover artist and business owner, I know that timing is everything in a project. Deadlines are often tight, last-minute adjustments are frequent, and your production can't wait. My responsiveness is a real asset: I work with you, at your pace, taking into account your broadcasting imperatives and scheduling constraints.
Because the world of production doesn't stop at office hours, I adapt. Need delivery in the evening, at the weekend, or in a specific time slot? I'm there for you. My aim is to offer you total flexibility and stress-free delivery, while respecting your requirements.
My services are competitive and tailored to each project, from the most local to the most international. My rates are designed to maximize your return on investment (ROI).
I provide a complete and customized service that precisely meets your needs, accompanied by an excellent quality, service, and price ratio.
Not only are you looking for a voice-over artist, but also a partner who understands your challenges? Working together, you'll benefit from a constructive exchange of ideas, and the result will be perfectly aligned with your vision.
✔ Tailor-made listening and advice
✔ Voice test possible before final recording
✔ Availability to adjust voice according to your feedback
How much does a voice-over cost for a motion design film?
the cost of a motion design voice-over is calculated by the minute, depending on whether it is to be broadcast in-house, on TV, on social networks, on the advertiser's website, and on the broadcasting and exploitation zone (France, French-speaking countries, international...).
| Minutes | Words | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1'00 | 0-150 words | 150 € |
| 2'00 | 0-300 words | 250 € |
| 3'00 | Less than 450 words | 350 € |
| 5'00 | Less than 750 words | 450 € |
- Fast Delivery: Receive your recording in 1 day, ready to be integrated into your project.
- Flexible Usage: For internal and/or internet broadcasting (without advertising space purchase) for localized audiences.
- Studio Quality: Recording studio fees are included, ensuring impeccable audio quality
FAQ - Voiceover & Motion Design
Launching your ad without a professional voiceover is like serving a gourmet dish without that little extra something that makes all the difference. It's that little something extra that turns a simple announcement into a moment that stays with your audience. Here's why investing in a professional voice-over is like having the icing on the cake for your commercials.
The choice of voice depends on the tone and message you wish to convey. A dynamic voice captures attention for a commercial, a calm narration brings clarity and fluidity to an explanatory video, while an immersive voice reinforces the impact of storytelling. The age, tone and rhythm of the voice should be consistent with your brand and your audience. On my site, demos are classified by intention to help you quickly select the voice that matches your project and its visual universe.
The recording begins with an optimized script and a precise brief. The voice is recorded in a professional home studio, with the sound treated to guarantee a smooth, natural reproduction. You can attend the session remotely to adjust the interpretation in real time. Once validated, the audio track is delivered in the desired format, ready to be integrated into your project. If necessary, touch-ups can be made to adjust tone or rhythm to ensure perfect synchronization with the animation.
Successful synchronization relies on a good balance between the rhythm of the narration and the tempo of the animation. The motion designer, voice-over artist and sound engineer need to work together to ensure smooth timing. The voice can be recorded beforehand, so that the animation can adapt to it, or afterwards, following precise cues. My sound engineer ensures equalized processing and frame-accurate cueing, for natural integration without cumbersome post-production adjustments. A remote-controlled session can also be used to adjust the take according to the needs of the project.
Each motion design has its own style and dynamics. A punchy, rhythmic voice is ideal for promotional content, a calm narration is ideal for e-learning, an institutional voice lends credibility to corporate videos, and an immersive interpretation enhances storytelling. The choice of tone and intention depends on the type of animation: a streamlined motion design favors a fluid, unobtrusive voice, while a cartoon format calls for more expressiveness. On my website, the demos are classified by intention to help you easily find the voice that matches your project.
Professional recording requires professional equipment and precise audio processing. A reference microphone and a soundproof booth guarantee clean, balanced sound. Audio processing includes noise cleaning, equalization and compression to ensure clear, homogeneous reproduction. My sound engineer ensures that each track is optimized and ready for use, without the need for post-production retouching. Controlled sound quality is essential for smooth integration into your motion design.
It all depends on the purpose of the video. A voice-over structures the information, facilitates comprehension and gives a human dimension to the message, which is essential for a tutorial, an explanatory video or storytelling. However, some formats work well without a voice, such as typography-based animations or immersive sound design. The choice depends on the audience and the type of message to be conveyed. An upstream analysis can determine whether a voice-over will reinforce the video's impact, or whether a visual and sound approach alone is sufficient.
Customer reviews
« I'm extremely satisfied with the professional work done by this online French voice-over actress. Needing high-quality recordings for a specialized documentary, I chose to entrust her with this important project. She understood and interpreted the script with the required sensitivity, bringing a natural emotion that really brought the story to life. »
Sean Mancuso
Casting director
Voices
« We're very pleased with Estelle's voice-over recording and editing work, both artistically and sonically. She easily followed our instructions and gave the right voice and emotions to her French character in this project. »
Anna Heim
Writer, Author
Duolingo
« Choosing to work with Estelle means combining pleasure and talent. A good listener, punctual and professional, you recorded our message beyond our expectations, adapting to our constraints. Fast delivery. »
Manouri Giesen
Channel Enablement
SMART Technologies
« What can I say? I can't even say I'm speechless... Pro, responsive, a style, a vocal signature. »
Christophe Tardy
Director - Scriptwriter - Photographer
Itiz Prod
« For me, Estelle is one of the most talented people I've met in the business, and an international award-winning French voice-over artist! She brings value to the text, to the words. You can feel her passion. »
Stéphanie Matard
American voice-over actress, producer
Stéphanie Matard Voix Off
« One of the most polished French voices I've ever been lucky enough to receive, I really didn't have to do much cutting and moving. Time code respected, choice casting. »
Alexandre Yiannki
Freelance Motion Designer 2D/3D
Naki Studio
« It's really great Estelle, the quality and professionalism of what you've been delivering for over 15 years is always improving. It's a real treat! »
Daniel B.
Audiovisual Manager
Groupama
