Queen Latifa One of her most notable commercial voice over partnerships came in the early 2000s with a line of CoverGirl products. But that's just the top of the pile – Latifah has been nothing short of prolific in the voice over world, having voiced iconic commercials for Pizza Hut.

Your earnings as a voice actor range from: $35 for a small market radio spot, $150 for a 15 second recording for say a small website, $250 – $350 for a 30 second major market radio commercial (Plus use fees) to about $2000 – $5000 per audiobook, as an established voice talent.

Rihanna to voice Smurfette in new animated movie.

"Is voice acting harder than acting?" Not necessarily. There are some elements that make it very challenging, but at the end of the day it's easier than acting because you don't have to worry about how to memorize lines and you can do it from home, meaning you don't have a director breathing down your neck.

Four-plus hours per day Most voice actors work for at least four hours a day, but time spent working can range from between a few hours and a full eight-hour day (or more), depending on the type and number of projects.

Rihanna has the unique ability to sing in a high whistle tone, also known as her head voice. This technique she has perfected over time and it now forms an important part of her soundscape. She has a powerful, dark tone in her voice which perfectly complements the lyrics she crafts.

Rihanna decided to take a break from the music industry, with insiders claiming she was "done" and wanted to put her energy into other things.

The industry, while welcoming to newcomers, still upholds a certain level of professional standards. This means that even if you're currently looking for no-experience voice-over jobs, being prepared and understanding the basics of the craft can set you apart from other beginners.

Voice Actor Salary

What you get paid as a voice actor will depend on the type of work, size of project, your experience and many other factors. Some voice actors who are also movie stars, are worth millions. Others, who use freelancing sites can make as little as $30 for a simple radio commercial in a small market.

Four-plus hours per day Most voice actors work for at least four hours a day, but time spent working can range from between a few hours and a full eight-hour day (or more), depending on the type and number of projects.

Here's a quick summary of the vocal ranges of each artist: