Explainer Video Voiceover

Written By Steven Gouws

Explainer videos are one of the most effective tools businesses use to communicate ideas clearly and quickly. But while animation, design, and scriptwriting all matter, the real secret ingredient is the voiceover. The right voice brings your story to life, makes your message memorable, and connects with your audience on an emotional level.

Web explainer and whiteboard videos are the perfect way to catch a potential customer’s attention. Along with the visuals, the audio voiceover recording is one of the most important elements. That’s where a professional like me, English voiceover artist Steve Gouws, comes in. I provide professional male voiceover services with affordable rates for explainer videos.

What Is Explainer Video Voiceover?

Explainer video voiceover is the narration or spoken track that guides viewers through your story. Think of it as the bridge between your visuals and your message. A clear, engaging neutral male voice over or warm, friendly narration can transform even the most complex ideas into something easy to understand.

Businesses often choose English language voiceover talent to reach global audiences because neutral English can be understood worldwide, ensuring your brand voice carries across borders.

Why I Love Narrating Explainer Videos

I love narrating every genre of voiceover, but explainer videos hold a special place in my heart.

Why? Because I love explaining things, telling stories, and breaking concepts down in a way that clicks. There’s a formula to explainers, I like to call it the five-act play of explainers. They’re structured, fun, and always keep me on my toes.

Explainer Videos Are Short and Sweet

Most explainer videos run about 60 to 90 seconds, just enough time to tell a complete story with a beginning, middle, end, and a strong message. They’re quick to book, enjoyable to record, and yet, despite their brevity, they demand skill.

As a professional, I often charge between $300 and $500 for one explainer video project. It might only take ten minutes if I’m recording solo, or up to 45 minutes in a directed session. But don’t let the short length fool you, short voiceover narration doesn’t mean easy.

The Challenge of Explainer Voiceover

Every story, no matter the length, requires an arc, emotion, and a call to action (CTA). In explainer videos, you’ve got under two minutes to:

Introduce the problem

Present the solution

Build engagement

Keep the energy up

Nail the CTA

The ability to shift gears vocally, psychologically, and emotionally in such a short time is what makes explainer voiceover a challenge, and a thrill.

Why the Voice Matters in Explainer Videos

A great explainer video script can fall flat without the right delivery. Here’s why voiceover is crucial:

Clarity: The voice ensures your audience understands your message.

Trust: A confident, professional tone builds credibility.

Engagement: The right pacing and energy keep viewers watching.

Brand Consistency: The voice you choose becomes part of your identity.

If you want to find the perfect voice for explainer videos, it’s essential to work with someone who can balance professionalism with natural storytelling.

Examples of Explainer Video Voiceover

Explainer videos are versatile across industries:

Tech startups: Simplifying how an app works.

Corporate training: Engaging employees with step-by-step guidance.

Healthcare: Breaking down complex treatments with empathy.

Education & eLearning: Making lessons interactive and memorable.

Each one needs the perfect voice for explainer videos to resonate and inspire action.

All genres of voiceover are a different kind of challenge, but I love the challenge of explainer videos most. They’re short, structured, and powerful. And with the right delivery, they can make a world of difference to your brand.

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