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Rime Labs

Forward Deployed Linguist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$115K - $160K/yr

Support voice actor booking and selection for custom voice and cloning projects, including script design and recording quality requirements. * Be present in customer Slack channels during pilots and ...

WSU -

Instructor of Voice (Revised)

Dayton, OH · On-site

Teach applied voice courses required for Acting, Musical Theatre, Dance, and Theatre Studies majors. Support the voice training needs of students across multiple programs, including Acting, Musical ...

Lionbridge

Japanese Interpreter

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$23.75 - $31.25/hr

Japanese Interpreter We are looking for an interpreter who has experience in voice acting and gaming. Language pairs: English Japanese Interpretation mode: Consecutive Location: Los Ageles, CA, US ...

Lionbridge

Japanese Interpreter

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$23.75 - $31.25/hr

Japanese Interpreter We are looking for an interpreter who has experience in voice acting and gaming. Language pairs: English Japanese Interpretation mode: Consecutive Location: Los Ageles, CA, US ...

Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group

Actor

Denver, CO · On-site

$19.31/hr

Actor (Seasonal) Step into the excitement of Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group, the nation ... Use voice, physicality, and stage presence to support the story and heighten excitement. Attraction ...

Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group

Actor

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Actor (Seasonal) Step into the excitement of Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group, the nation ... Use voice, physicality, and stage presence to support the story and heighten excitement. Attraction ...

Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group

Actor

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$19/hr

Actor (Seasonal) Step into the excitement of Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group, the nation ... Use voice, physicality, and stage presence to support the story and heighten excitement. Attraction ...

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How much do voice actor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for voice actor in the United States is $48.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.18 and $60.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Voice Actor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Voice Actor, you need strong vocal control, clear diction, acting ability, and often formal training in voice performance or theater. Familiarity with audio recording software, home studio equipment, and microphone techniques is typically required. Creativity, adaptability, and the ability to take direction well are essential soft skills in this role. These skills ensure you can deliver compelling performances, meet client expectations, and succeed in a competitive, dynamic industry.

What are voice actors?

Voice actors are professionals who use their voices to portray characters or narrate content in various media, such as animated films, television shows, video games, commercials, audiobooks, and radio. They bring scripts to life by adding emotion, personality, and authenticity to the spoken word. Voice actors often work in recording studios, using their vocal skills to match the needs of the project, sometimes providing multiple voices for different characters. The profession requires vocal versatility, acting ability, and sometimes knowledge of audio equipment.

What Does a Voice Actor Do?

As a voice actor, your main duties are to read and record scripts for TV, films, radio, commercials, commentary, audiobooks, or e-learning videos. Some voice actors invent their own voices for different characters or settings, while other times they collaborate with studio directors, producers, or audio engineers to come up with voices that fit specific projects. Your responsibilities differ depending on the type of voice acting projects you do. Cartoon voice actors, for example typically come up with unique character interpretations while people who work in dubbing may stick to a single voice.

What is the difference between Voice Actor vs Voiceover Artist?

AspectVoice ActorVoiceover Artist
CredentialsVoice training, acting skillsVoice training, acting skills
Work EnvironmentFilm, TV, animation, video gamesCommercials, narration, promos
Industry UsageEntertainment, mediaAdvertising, marketing
Search & Comparison IntentOften used interchangeably, but Voice Actor emphasizes actingFocuses on commercial and promotional work

While both Voice Actors and Voiceover Artists require similar skills and training, Voice Actors typically work in entertainment media like animation and video games, emphasizing acting ability. Voiceover Artists often focus on commercials, narration, and promotional content, with a primary goal of clear, persuasive communication. The terms are sometimes used interchangeably, but understanding their industry focus helps clarify their roles.

What are some common challenges voice actors face when working on multiple projects simultaneously?

Voice actors often juggle several projects at once, which can present challenges such as maintaining vocal health, managing tight deadlines, and keeping character voices distinct for each role. Balancing rehearsal, recording, and self-marketing tasks requires strong organizational skills. Additionally, coordinating with different directors and production teams means adapting quickly to various workflows and expectations. Developing effective time management strategies and vocal warm-up routines can help voice actors navigate these demands successfully.
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Infographic showing various Voice Actor job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 47% Contract. Highlights an 60% In-person, 7% Hybrid, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,198 per year, or $48.2 per hour.

Teaching Artists: Acting, Voice, Movement and Speech (Contract)

Zach Theater

Cedar Park, TX

Other

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Description

At Zach, we believe in the power of light-to illuminate new ideas, spark imagination, and bring people together. As Austin's leading professional producing theater, we create vibrant, intimate theater experiences that engage, inspire, and connect our community.


Our Education team is seeking passionate and skilled Teaching Artists to join our Conservatory Acting Program at our North Location (14010 US-183, Suite 540, Cedar Park, TX 78613) and our Downtown location (1510 Toomey Road, Austin, TX 78704). Teaching Artists lead classes in Acting, Voice for the Actor, Speech and Movement for the Actor, inspiring young performers through high-quality, engaging instruction in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Conservatory is a part of our Advanced Training programs, which meet on Sundays between 2:00-8:00 p.m. Class sizes typically range from 8-12 students.


Teaching Artists are engaged as independent contractors (1099) and are compensated at a competitive hourly rate by semester/class.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Under the guidance of Zach Education staff, our teaching artists work independently to:

  • Uphold the mission, vision, and values of Zach theater in alignment with company objectives
  • Teach classes in Acting, Voice, Movements for the Actor, and Speech
  • Effectively communicate with families, students, teachers, and Zach staff
  • Designs, develops, and delivers curricula for classes; write student evaluations; substitute teaches classes in case of emergency
  • Believes in the mission to teach life skills through theatre skills to empower young people
  • Create an inclusive and supportive structured classroom environment to achieve desired learning outcomes while prioritizing students' social and emotional well being
  • Adherence to student and parent handbooks, protocols, and safety guidelines

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

  • BA in Theater, BFA or MFA in Acting or other related field
  • Certified Educators with demonstrated classroom experience preferred
  • At least one year of experience in teaching acting or musical theatre to students ages 13-18

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

  • Demonstrated skill in curriculum design and development
  • Demonstrated skills in training students, including but not limited to classroom pedagogy, classroom management, and supervision for a variety of ages
  • Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication 
  • Ability to work individually and as a team member  
  • Ability to meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations such as parent conflicts or managing large numbers of students

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 


This is a campus-based, on-site role. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions upon discussion with HR. 

  • Ability to lift, push, pull or otherwise maneuver up to 30 lbs repeatedly, either alone or with assistance
  • Must have reliable transportation and the ability to work with a flexible schedule, including including Evenings (Monday through Thursday) and Saturdays as needed 
  • The noise level in this work environment is typically moderate and can be high
  • Able to teach in-person classes 

All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.


Zach Theater is committed to ensuring an equitable and inclusive workforce and we strive for a team that reflects Austin's diverse culture. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, sex or age. 

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