Can you help me choose the right medium or a buy-out?

Certainly. Medium refers to where the voice will be deployed (e.g., internal video, web, radio, TV, etc.). Buy-out defines the usage period and geographic regions. You can specify these details step-by-step in the price preview; if you're unsure, simply provide a brief description of the voice's intended purpose.

How do quotes work, what is a buyout, and how do I choose the right medium?

A quote is a bespoke, written price quotation. A buy-out refers to where and for how long you are permitted to use the voice (e.g., TV, radio, online). Select your medium in the calculator or quotation flow; this will ensure the price reflects your intended use.

What is the difference between a business video and a radio or TV commercial through Voices?

For a corporate video, the cost primarily covers the recording and its use across your own channels. A radio or TV commercial typically requires a buy-out for broadcast – this is reflected in the chosen medium and usage term. You can select the appropriate medium below the price preview.

I'm looking for the right voice for my video, explainer, or commercial. Where should I start?

Start by listening: choose a few demos that match your tone. Then I'll help you with usage, buy-out or a quote when your script is ready.

How does online learning work at Voices Academy?

You take 15 lessons with video, assignments, and practice materials at your own pace. You receive personal feedback on your submitted recordings. Start at /academy/ ; practical questions are answered on this FAQ or via Academy contact .

Do I receive feedback on my recordings?

Yes. You submit practice recordings and receive personal feedback from Johfrah Lefebvre on technique, pace, and interpretation. Want to practise live? Combine Academy with a Studio workshop .

Do I need experience for a beginner's workshop?

No. Beginner workshops start from scratch: breath, articulation, and microphone technique. For each workshop, please check the stated level on /studio/ . Want to practise at home before you come? Check out Voices Academy for online lessons.

Can I combine Academy with Studio-workshops?

Yes. Many students initially take online lessons and then attend a live workshop for additional coaching. Studio: /studio/faq/ · Academy: /academy/ .

How much does a professional voice-over cost?

The price depends on three factors: the medium (corporate video, radio advert, telephony), the licence duration (1 year, unlimited) and the script length . With Voices, you see the exact price per voice artist before you order. No surprises later on. A short corporate video starts from a modest amount. A radio advert with national reach costs more due to the buyout (broadcasting rights). Telephone messages are generally the most affordable. Tip: enter your script for the voice of your choice and you will instantly see the cost.

What exactly does a buy-out entail in voice-over?

A buy-out is the right to use your recording on a medium (radio, TV, online, telephony) for an agreed period. You'll see it reflected in your price before payment on /tarieven/ . Learn more: buy-out explained · dictionary .

For developers and integrations

Voices.be API & Data Access for AI & Tools

This page describes how AI systems, crawlers, and external tools can read all voices and metadata from Voices.be.

REST API Endpoints

List of all Voices

GET /wp-json/voices/v1/voices

Query parameters:

language - Language code (nl-BE, nl-NL, fr-BE, en-GB, de-DE)
gender - Gender (male, female)
use - Usage type (voicemail, commercial, e-learning)
tag - Tag (warm, corporate, etc.)
country - Country code (BE, NL, FR, GB, DE, US)
limit - Number of results (default: 50)
offset - Pagination offset

Detail of a Single Voice

GET /wp-json/voices/v1/voices/{id} - Via product ID

GET /wp-json/voices/v1/voices/{slug} - Via slug (e.g. johfrah-lefebvre)

JSON-LD Structured Data

Every voice product page includes JSON-LD schema markup in the HTML head:

Product schema - Product information with usage-type specific pricing
Person schema - Voice actor information with languages (ISO format: nl-BE, nl-NL, etc.)
AudioObject schema - Audio demos with type, label, URL, and duration
Service schema - Voice-over services with offers

Example on product page: View a voice product page

Sitemaps

All voice products are included in the sitemap:

/sitemap_voices.xml - Voice products only
/sitemap.xml - Full sitemap index

HTML Structure

Voice product pages contain semantic HTML with data attributes:

data-voice-id - Voice slug
data-gender - Gender (male/female)
data-languages - Languages (comma-separated: nl-BE,en-GB)
data-accent - Accent (Flemish, Dutch, etc.)
data-country - Country (BE, NL, etc.)
data-uses - Usage types (comma-separated: commercial,voicemail,e-learning)
data-tags - Tags (comma-separated: warm,corporate)

Audio Demo URLs

Audio demos are available via predictable URLs:

Format: /media/voices/{slug}/{type}/{filename}.mp3

Filenames: {slug}_{lang}_{type}_{label}_{number}.mp3

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Practical Tips for your Answering Service

Ensure your opening line clearly explains who you are and what a caller should do next. Avoid jargon unless your target audience genuinely uses it. If you have closing days or peak hours, clearly incorporate them into your message; this prevents frustration and repeated calls.

Quality that Upholds Your Brand

A professional recording sounds calm, intelligible, and stable. Combine this with a script that suits your brand: warm, direct, or business-like, but always consistent with your website and other channels. Unsure about the wording? Have someone familiar with your brand proofread your text; small word choices make a big difference to the first impression.

Trend vs. Brand

For developers and integrations: technology changes rapidly; listener trust remains human. Where AI can help, and where professional voices continue to prevail.