Script-to-Audio Workflow SOP

🎤 Script-to-Audio Workflow SOP

Goal: Turn your written YouTube script into engaging, professional voiceover audio using software or human voice actors — ideal for automated or faceless channels.

1. Prepare Your Script

Finalize your script text. Keep sentences clear, conversational, and concise.
Mark pauses, emphasis, or tone changes with brackets or instructions (e.g., [pause], [excited]).
Check word count to estimate audio length (approx. 130–150 words per minute).

2. Choose Your Voiceover Method

AI Text-to-Speech (TTS) Tools: ElevenLabs, Play.ht, Murf.ai, WellSaid Labs — natural-sounding voices.
Human Voice Actors: Fiverr, Voices.com, or in-house recording.
DIY Recording: Use a good mic and recording app (Audacity, GarageBand).

3. Generate or Record Audio

If using TTS: Paste your script into the tool, adjust speed/pitch/pauses, and preview before final export.
If human voiceover: Provide the script and instructions clearly to the talent.
If DIY: Record in a quiet space, use pop filter, and speak clearly.
Export audio as high-quality MP3 or WAV files.

4. Edit and Polish Audio

Use audio editing software (Audacity, Adobe Audition) to trim silences, remove noise, and normalize volume.
Add breathing space, background music, or sound effects if needed.
Save final mastered audio file.

5. Sync with Video

Import audio into your video editor (Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro).
Sync voiceover with visuals, cuts, and animations.
Adjust audio levels to balance with background music or effects.

6. Export and Upload

Export final video with embedded audio in your preferred format.
Upload to YouTube with optimized metadata (titles, tags, thumbnails).
Track engagement metrics and iterate improvements.

💡 Pro Tips

Use a consistent voice style to build channel branding.
For AI voices, tweak pronunciation and pacing to sound natural.
Record or generate audio in small segments for easier editing.
Test audio on headphones and speakers to ensure clarity.