TALENT- MORE INFO
Frequently Asked Questions
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When a user visits the platform, they scroll through the voice talent to find what they are looking for. They base their decisions on your demos.
When they choose a talent, they input their script which calculates the length, then pay the fee. The customer then inputs any notes to send with the script and off it goes.
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Nothing! Zero! Unlike some other sites, Voice Dragons does not charge talent to be on the platform.
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We wish we could promise you a steady stream of jobs, but unfortunately, we cannot guarantee it. Various factors are at play, such as seasonal fluctuations and market demand. However, please know that our marketing team is always working hard to promote Voice Dragons and get your voice heard by as many people as possible.
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1. 0-100 Words: $100
2. 101-200 Words: $131
3. 201-300 Words: $153
4. 301-400 Words: $185
5. 401-500 Words: $204
6. 501-700 Words: $265
7. 701-850 Words: $314
8. 851-1100 Words: $415
9. 1101-1300 Words: $448
10. 1301-1500 Words: $518REVISIONS:
Pays .48 cents per word, with a minimum of $70 after the first included revision.
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Voice Dragons is a buyout for the client, so we don’t have a licensing model. We suspect that most jobs that come through will not be high-profile and will align more with small businesses, internal communications, and B2B
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Payments from jobs are transferred to your bank account once the client approves jobs. (2-5 days)
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Currently, we have a 24-hour turnaround time to the client. So once the job hits your inbox, you have 24 hours to get the finished voice file back into the system. If you miss the deadline, we will hunt you down and take your firstborn. Okay, not really, but it can affect your standing in Voice Dragons which basically means if you were consistently late, you could be asked to leave the site.
We understand that lengthy scripts may require more time. Please contact support to request an extended deadline. We also notify users that processing lengthy scripts might take longer.
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The client's job order includes one revision. With short scripts, we suggest doing at least three reads but making them truly different. For long scripts, it’s a super good idea to send the client a sample read but read only a portion of the script. If they didn't provide enough direction to proceed with the initial order, it helps to ask a question about style or pronunciation. If the client wants more than one revision, the additional requests are chargeable.
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Yes, but on the platform. The client may try to connect with you outside the site, not to sidestep the process but just to have direct contact. Always use direct messaging through the site so there is a consistent and easy-to-track thread of discussions.
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Right now, auditions are on a case-by-case basis, usually for larger jobs and characters. That may be added to the site as an option for a client.
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If the client contacts you outside the website, shoot us an email and we will ask them to send messages only through the site. If you begin to interact with them outside the site, there is no consistent record of the conversations, and we can’t protect you from requests that are not part of the service Voice Dragons provides.
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You'll need to upload a WAV and MP3 of the approved voice job. For short scripts, we strongly recommend doing three different reads.
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In rare cases, the job just falls apart, and for whatever reason, the client rejects the revision. In that case, they have the option of paying for a new version or closing the job. If they outright reject the voiceover, you will be compensated $50 for your time. We know it's not much, but it's a rare occurrence and if it happens, we also face a loss for refunding the client.
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Yes, if a script has content you feel strongly about, or you have a license with another client that conflicts, you can check a box that says you are turning down the job.
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In the talent portal, check the box at the bottom stating that you're currently unavailable. Just remember to uncheck it again. You'll be sent reminders every three days asking if you want to remain unavailable.
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Of course! Feel free to join other sites and, by all means, get as much work as you can! We want you to be successful!
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No. Users cannot use your voice and add it to the Al avatars on this platform. The terms and FAQ state that purchasing a voice on this site and using it in Al is strictly prohibited.
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Add just their first name and last initial. Set up a new profile for your child but use your email.
If you are also on the site you can use your email for yourself. For your child’s email use your email but add a + sign in the address for your child, like this todd+sara@voicedragons.com. Sara is my daughter.
In email address’s, anything after a + sign is ignored. This way the email will come to you but you know it’s your child’s job.
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Only your name and demos will be visible to the public. However, we may eventually be working bios into the site. It helps with trust and connection.
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You can upload wav or mp3 files.
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You can only use a style label once. So, if you have several demos of one style, you'll have to edit them together into one file. This is to keep the UI clean, but this could change in future upgrades.
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Right there at the top of your profile page.
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Demos will be in alphabetical order, with commercial demos first. So, rearranging them in your profile isn't necessary.
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Yes, you can create an alias when you initially sign up, or you can add it under —profile—edit profile.
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We use Stripe for the payment gateway. It’s a very large well well-respected company, and finance is their thing. If you have a legal business name that is registered you should use that with the EIN number.
VERY IMPORTANT: if you don’t have a legal business name, you must enter your personal name with your social security number. Those two things need to align for the Stripe account to approve you.
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If you see the word "restricted", it just means your account is being verified or you need to add additional info.
If you already have a Stripe account, this onboarding process is specifically designed for Voice Dragons so that shouldn't be a problem. If you have multiple accounts, you can easily switch between them in the top left corner of the dashboard.
It is important that that you use the legal business name that is tied to the EIN number.
If you're operating as a sole proprietorship, you may use your personal SSN for your business. In this case, you would still enter your legal name, not your business name, when providing the SSN. Remember, any discrepancies in name formatting, including spaces, hyphens, or other punctuation, can result in verification errors.
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We don’t yet have a way on the website to offer live directions, but we may add it. There are special cases with larger jobs where a client may ask for it. If you don’t do live sessions, please let me know.
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