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Acronyms in the Voiceover Industry

Hey there, Speechless fans! Today, we’re diving into a world filled with abbreviations, acronyms, and initialisms. Whether you're in the voiceover industry, navigating the business world, or simply trying to keep up with millennial lingo, acronyms are everywhere. Kim and I have been stumbling over a few, so we thought we'd share our journey of enlightenment with you.

Deciphering the World of Acronyms in Voice Over and Business

  • ADR - Automated Dialogue Replacement

ADR is a common term in the film industry. It refers to the process of re-recording dialogue in a studio after filming to improve audio quality or make changes to the original dialogue.

  • GVAA - Global Voice Acting Academy

The GVAA offers resources and training for voice actors worldwide, helping them hone their craft and succeed in the competitive industry.

  • EFX - Sound Effects

EFX is often used interchangeably with SFX (Sound Effects) in the context of audio production, referring to the various sounds used to enhance a production.

  • HPFH - Per Finished Hour

HPFH is a term used in voiceover to quote jobs, particularly long-form projects like e-learning modules, indicating the rate per finished hour of audio.

  • P2P - Pay to Play

P2P refers to online casting platforms where voice actors pay a subscription fee to access audition opportunities.

  • SOT - Sound on Tape

In television production, SOT refers to a clip from a show that is inserted into a program, typically used for promotional purposes.

  • IVR - Interactive Voice Response

IVR is a technology that allows a computer to interact with humans through the use of voice and DTMF tones input via a keypad.

  • FTP - File Transfer Protocol

FTP is a standard network protocol used to transfer files from one host to another over a TCP-based network, such as the Internet.

  • ISDN - Integrated Services Digital Network

ISDN is a set of communication standards for simultaneous digital transmission of voice, video, data, and other network services over traditional telephone lines.

  • PSA - Public Service Announcement

A PSA is a message in the public interest disseminated without charge, with the objective of raising awareness or changing public attitudes and behavior.

  • SLR - Simulated Live Read

An SLR is a technique used in radio advertising where an announcer reads a commercial live, giving the impression of a live testimonial.

  • VO - Voiceover

VO is a common abbreviation for voiceover, referring to the process of recording a voice for a production, such as a film, TV show, or commercial.

  • CTA - Call to Action

A CTA is a marketing term used to prompt an immediate response or encourage a specific action from the audience.

  • DAW - Digital Audio Workstation

A DAW is a software application used for recording, editing, and producing audio files, commonly used by voice actors for their work.

We hope this quick rundown of acronyms has been helpful and maybe even a little entertaining!