Animation Voices Ltd is a specialist voice casting and coaching company for the animation industry. We help studios, producers, and creatives find the perfect voice talent for their characters — and we also provide coaching to help aspiring voice actors develop their skills and succeed in auditions.

Formal training isn’t essential, but it can greatly speed up your progress. Coaching helps develop vocal technique, performance skills, and industry understanding, while giving you feedback that’s hard to get alone. Most successful voice actors start with private coaching before pursuing formal courses or agency representation.

Voice actor earnings vary widely by project type, usage, and experience. Small online or corporate jobs may pay £100–£300, while commercials, animation, or broadcast work can reach £500–£2,000+ per session. Many actors combine multiple income streams from different genres to build a steady career.

A voice reel is your professional audio portfolio — usually 60 to 90 seconds showcasing your range, styles, and personality. Casting directors rely on reels to decide who to audition, so a strong, well-produced reel is essential to stand out and secure voice work opportunities.

An agent can open many doors for you, negotiate contracts on your behalf, and provide access to higher-profile projects that might otherwise be out of reach. To secure an agent, a standout voice reel is essential due to high competition. Animation productions are particularly impressed by versatility and strong character voices.

Progress depends on how often you practise and your starting experience. Many students notice clearer diction, better tone, and more confidence after just a few weeks. Mastering versatility, accents, and advanced performance styles often takes months of consistent coaching and regular real-world practice.

Voice acting spans many genres including commercials, animation, gaming, audiobooks, corporate narration, documentaries, e-learning, and IVR (telephone systems). Each genre has unique performance styles and pacing, and exploring different types of work helps actors discover their strengths and build a more versatile career.

We begin our process by requesting a detailed character brief. We iron out any queries to ensure the entire team is on the same creative page, then share the final brief with appropriate artists and agents. After carefully listening to every actor's submission, we create a shortlist. Every voice we recommend meets the highest creative standards for professional productions. We are also excited to consider new, "up-and-coming" talent who show incredible potential.

Please send us a clear character brief with as much detail as possible, including:

- Age, accent, and personality

- A short side (audition script)

- Details of the fee if cast

- The anticipated recording date

This ensures we can source the most suitable voice talent quickly and accurately.

Turnaround times vary depending on the scope of your brief — for example, how many roles are being cast and the level of specificity required. We’ll always discuss timelines with you upfront.

Our selection spans a diverse mix of voices, from authentic child and teen actors to adult and senior performers. We cover a wide range of vocal styles, including comedic, dramatic, character-based, and natural reads, ensuring the perfect match for any tone or genre.

Absolutely. We offer an end-to-end casting service — from sourcing and selecting talent to directing recording sessions, managing contracts, and delivering broadcast-ready audio. This streamlined process saves production teams time and ensures consistent quality across every stage of your animation project.