How to Do a Voice Over on Instagram (Epic Free Download!)

If you’ve ever wondered how to do a voice over on Instagram, you’re not alone. From scroll-stopping Reels to polished Stories, creators and brands alike are using voice overs to grab attention, build connection and stand out. Whether you’re a small business, influencer, or content creator, an Instagram voice over can take your content from average to amazing.

📢 Grab Your Free Instagram Voice Over Scripts!

To help you get started, we’ve created a free downloadable pack of ready-to-use, professionally voiced scripts perfect for Instagram content. These include:

• “Double-tap, scroll, and stay connected – follow us on Instagram!”
• “Like what you see? Drop a heart and follow for more!”
• “Want exclusive behind-the-scenes action? Catch us on Instagram Stories!”
• “Join our Insta-family for exclusive content, giveaways, and more.”
• “Stay in the loop – follow our Instagram for updates, reels, and more!”
• “Your feed deserves the best – follow us now on Instagram!”
• “We love hearing from you – leave a comment or DM us on Instagram.”
• “Highlights, stories, and so much more – see you on Instagram!”

These can be dropped directly into your Reels, Stories or even Carousel videos to boost engagement and save you time. They have been recorded by our trending voice overs – Dacey – super popular young voice artist with an incredible captivating voice and AC-Shaw – our all time best seller with deep vocals your audience will just LOVE.

Why Use Voice Overs on Instagram?

Adding a voice over to your Instagram content isn’t just a creative flair—it’s a growth strategy. Here’s why:

1. Boost Engagement

Voice overs add a personal, human touch that grabs attention in the first few seconds. They help communicate tone, mood, and messaging more clearly than text or visuals alone.

2. Strengthen Your Brand Voice

Consistency is key. A recognizable, professional voice can reinforce your brand identity and make your content instantly recognizable.

3. Increase Accessibility

Voice overs help make your content accessible to users who prefer audio or have difficulty reading on-screen text.

4. Drive More Follows and Actions

Call-to-action voice overs (like those in our free pack) make it easier to tell viewers what to do-follow, comment, visit your link or DM you – without relying on captions alone.

Creative Ways to Use Voice Overs on Instagram

If you’re wondering how to use voice overs beyond basic Reels, try these ideas:

🎬 Instagram Reels

• Narrate a product unboxing or demo.
• Tell a mini story about your brand or customer.
• Add a voice over to before-and-after transitions.

📖 Instagram Stories

• Create daily updates or “talking head” clips without showing your face.
• Use voice overs to explain behind-the-scenes footage.
• Highlight testimonials or user-generated content with your own narration.

🖼️ Carousel Posts with Audio

• Turn a carousel into a slideshow-style story with voice-over narration.
• Provide commentary or deeper insights about each slide.

🎁 Promotional Content

• Launching a giveaway? Use a friendly voice over to walk viewers through how to enter.
• Promote a limited-time offer with urgency and personality in your tone.

How to Do a Voice Over on Instagram

Ready to try it yourself? Here’s a quick guide:

1. Create Your Video
   Record or upload your video in the Instagram app (or edit it in an external app first).
2. Add Voice Over
   In Reels, tap the microphone icon after adding your clips. Hit record and speak your script.
3. Adjust Audio Levels
   Lower or mute original audio if needed. Instagram lets you balance voice over, music, and original sound.
4. Add Music/Text (Optional)
   Once your voice over is in, you can still overlay music, captions, and stickers.
5. Preview & Post
   Watch your final version and post to Reels, Stories, or your main feed!

Download Your Free Voice Over Pack Now

Get started with 8 professionally written and voiced Instagram call-to-action scripts – totally free! Perfect for creators, marketers, and small business owners looking to add polish without the effort.

Want help creating more custom voice overs for your brand? Let us know—we’d love to help bring your Instagram content to life.

Izabela Russell One of the co-founders of Music Radio Creative. Izabela works with larger companies and podcasts on their audio branding. Izabela combines her marketing knowledge with the audio industry standards - and brings a breath of fresh air to the audio production world since 2011.