Note: This is a sample agreement for educational purposes only. It shows the type of contract I use with clients to protect both the voiceover artist and the client. It is not legal advice.
Why I Use a VO Agreement
As a professional voiceover artist with 30 years’ experience, I always use a short-form agreement to:
- Clarify the scope of the project
- Agree payment terms and any staged delivery
- Protect my copyright and recordings
- Ensure responsible use of my voice, including AI and synthetic voice restrictions
Key Features of a Short VO Agreement
1. Scope of Work
Specifies the type of recordings, format, and delivery requirements (e.g., WAV, mono, 16-bit, 44.1kHz).
2. Usage & Licence
Grants clients a non-exclusive license to use the recordings for the agreed project only. Any additional use or redistribution requires permission.
3. Payment Terms
4. Revisions
Allows one round of reasonable performance revisions; any script alterations after recording and additional re-voicing is chargeable.
5. AI & Voice Protection Clause
The recordings may not be used for:
- Training AI or machine-learning systems
- Voice cloning or voice synthesis
- Any replication or simulation of the artist’s voice
6. Samples & Promotion
Short excerpts may be used for promotional purposes, such as showreels or social media, unless otherwise agreed.
If you’d like to work together on a project, I always use a simple VO agreement to ensure smooth, professional delivery. Get in touch to discuss your project and see how I can bring it to life.