Podcast Script Word Count: How Many Words per Episode?
How many words in a 20-minute podcast episode? At medium pace: around 3,000 words. A reference table for every common episode length, plus why written word count will mislead you.
· 5 min readVoice-Over Tips, Guides & Best Practices
Pacing, pricing, and the craft of getting the numbers right, written for working voice‑over professionals.
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VOWordCounter 2.0: A New In-Browser Engine, Live Counting, and Private Tools
VOWordCounter 2.0 rebuilds the Script Counter on a new in-browser JavaScript engine, faster, private by default, and updating live as you type, while producing the same spoken word counts you already trust. Plus a full site-wide redesign, new Features pages, and a human-readable sitemap.
· 5 min read · UpdatesHow to Quote Voice-Over Work
A practical framework for pricing your voice-over projects: the inputs that matter, the guides that set the standard, and why spoken word count is the number you actually need.
· 5 min readHow Many Words Fit a :30 Voice-Over? Word Count by Spot Length
How many words fit a :30 spot? At medium pace: 75 words. This table covers :15, :30, :60, and :90 at slow, medium, and fast delivery, plus why written word count will mislead you.
· 5 min readSite Redesign: New Homepage, Typography, and Script Timer Refresh
VOWordCounter gets a redesigned homepage with gradient tool cards and a value proposition grid, site-wide typography upgrades with DM Serif Display and DM Sans, and a refreshed Script Timer result display.
· 3 min readHow to Find Your Natural Speaking Pace as a Voice-Over Artist
Learn practical methods for measuring your natural words-per-minute rate across different voice-over genres. Knowing your baseline speaking pace helps you quote accurately and deliver on brief every time.
· 4 min readScript Counter Version 1.2 - Year Expansion, Number Ranges, and Enhanced Measurements
Version 1.2 introduces year expansion, number range handling, comprehensive SI unit support, and improved user experience with demo scripts and option tooltips.
· 4 min readScript Counter Version 1.1 - Improvements and Bug Fixes
A comprehensive overview of bug fixes and improvements in Script Counter 1.1, including new expansion types and enhanced accuracy.
· 3 min readUnderstanding Words Per Minute (WPM) by Genre: A Guide for Voice Actors
Master your pacing with our comprehensive guide to Words Per Minute (WPM) across different voice-over genres. From audiobooks and IVR to high-energy commercials and video games, learn the industry standards.
· 8 min readWhy Accurate Word Counting Matters for Voice-Over Professionals
Discover why traditional word counters fall short for voice-over work and how VOWordCounter provides more accurate spoken word counts for better project quotes and time estimates.
· 6 min readProfessional Script Timing Techniques for Voice-Over Artists
Master the art of script timing with proven techniques for calculating recording time, managing client expectations, and optimizing your voice-over workflow for better project outcomes.
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