How Do You Become A Narrator For Books On Tape?
Audiobooks are a great way to pass the time while driving, doing housework and anything else that is usually considered drudgery. Without taking your eyes away from the task-at-hand, one can “read” an entire book. If you’re a fan of audiobooks, and thought you would be a good narrator, keep in mind that narrators usually trained actors, and most audiobook publishers don’t hire inexperienced narrators. Don’t give up, though; there are ways to start a career as an audiobook narrator. Step 1 Create an audio demo, 6 to 12 minutes in length, that showcases your vocal range as a narrator. The demo should be an assortment of clips of narration that you feel highlight your best work. Step 2 Send your demo to audio publishers. Find out who does the hiring and send along a personalized cover letter outlining your objective as a narrator. And look for niche publishers–those that focus on a specific topic, field or genre. Some niche publishers have limited budgets–too limited to afford professio
