Client Intake Questionnaire

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Thank you for choosing me to narrate your audiobook! This intake questionnaire helps me gather all the information needed to create a perfect audiobook for you. This should take about 15-20 minutes to complete. You can save and return to it later if needed. Let's bring your story to life! 🎙️

Author Name *

Pen Name (if different from legal name)

Email Address *

Phone *

Contact Method Preferred *EmailPhoneText MessageAny is fine

Time Zone

Best Times to Reach You

Website (if applicable)

Facebook Author Page

Instagram Handle

Other Social Media

Book Details & Metadata

Tell Me About Your Book

Book Title *

Subtitle (if applicable)

Is the part of a series? *YesNoStandalone with potential for series

Series Name

Book Number in Series

Genre *RomanceParanormalHistoricalFantasySuspenseOther

Subgenre/Tropes *

Heat Level *Sweet (kissing only, fade to black)Warm (sensual, some detail, not explicit)Hot (explicit, detailed intimate scenes)Scorching (very explicit, multiple detailed scenes)

Word Count

Estimated Finished Hours

Approximatelyfinished hours

Manuscript Status *Fully edited and finalizedFinal edits in progress (completion date ____)Still in editingNot yet edited

Manuscript Finalization Date

Content Warnings

Project Timeline & Preferences

Timeline & Scheduling

When would you like to start? *As soon as possibleWithin 2-4 weeksWithin 1-2 monthsFlexible/no rushSpecific date (Enter Below)

Preferred Start Date

Do you have a hard deadline?Yes (specify below)No, flexible timelinePrefer faster but not urgent

Deadline Date

Reason for Deadline

Preferred Timeline *Standard (6-8 weeks)Rush (3-4 weeks) - additional fee appliesExtended (8-12 weeks)No preference

How involved do you want to be during production? *Very involved (frequent updates, review samples often)Moderately involved (milestone check-ins only)Hands-off (trust your expertise, minimal check-ins)Somewhere in between

Which milestone check-ins do you want?Voice samples (pre-recording)25% completion sample50% completion sample (recommended)75% progress updateOther preferences (specify below)

Other Check-in Preferences

Technical Requirements

Technical & Distribution Details

Distribution Platform *ACX/Audible (exclusive)ACX/Audible (non-exclusive)Findaway Voices (wide distribution)Direct sales onlyUndecided (need guidance)

Payment Structure Preference *Per Finished Hour (PFH)Royalty ShareRoyalty Share Plus (hybrid)Undecided (need guidance)

Preferred Service Tier *Basic ($200-300 PFH)Standard ($250-375 PFH) - Most PopularPremium ($325-450 PFH)Need help deciding

Add-On Services Needed(Check all that apply)Rush delivery (+25-75%)Marketing audio clipsSeries consistency guaranteeRevision insuranceNone at this time

Have you published audiobooks before? *Yes, multipleYes, oneNo, this is my firstNo, but I've researched the process

Do you have an ACX account? *Yes, active accountYes, but never used itNo, need to create oneNot sure

Upload your book cover(helps me visualize tone)

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Character Overview

You'll complete a detailed Character Voice Brief separately, but this gives me a quick overview to start thinking about voices.

Point of View (POV) *First Person (single POV)First Person (multiple POV)Third Person (single POV)Third Person (multiple POV)Mixed POV

How many main Characters? *

How many POV Characters? *

Main Character 1 - Quick Overview *

Main Character 2 - Quick Overview *

Main Character 3 - Quick Overview

Main Character 4 - Quick Overview

Character Voice Complexity *Simple (similar voices, minimal differentiation)Moderate (distinct but not extreme)Complex (very different voices, accents, ages)Very complex (multiple accents, ages, species)

Do any characters have:(Select all that apply)Accents or dialectsNon-human characteristics (paranormal)Extreme age differencesSpeech impediments or unique speech patternsForeign language phrasesNone of the above

Special Voice Considerations

Have you completed the Character Voice Brief form? *Yes, submittedWill submit separatelyNeed the linkNot yet, will complete after this

Pronunciation & Language

Pronunciation & Special Terms

Does your book include unusual names or terms? *Yes, manyYes, a fewNo, all standard names

Character Names Requiring Pronunciation GuideWe also have a separate Pronunciation Guide on our resources to handle all pronunciation entries.

Place Names Requiring Pronunciation GuideWe also have a separate Pronunciation Guide on our resources to handle all pronunciation entries.

Fantasy/Sci-Fi Terms Requiring Pronunciation GuideWe also have a separate Pronunciation Guide on our resources to handle all pronunciation entries.

Do your books include foreign language phrases? *YesNo

Foreign Language Details

Do any of characters have accents?Yes (specifiy below)No

Accent Details

Resources Pronunciation Guide Created? *Have you completed the Pronunciation Guide in our Resources page?Yes, pdfYes, online formNo

Pronunciation Guide (If already created)

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Would you like me to send you a pronunciation guide template? *Ye, pleaseNo, I'll check your Resources PageNo, I'll create my ownAlready have one

Marketing & Distribution Plans

Marketing & Launch Strategy

Planned Audiobook Release Date (if known)

Is this release coordinated with ebook/print? *Yes, simultaneous releaseYes, audiobook releasing after ebook/printNo, audiobook onlyUndecided

Do you have a launch plan? *Yes, detailed planYes. basic planNo, need helpWill figure it out later

Marketing Support Needed(Select all that apply)Social media promotional clips (15-60 seconds)Audiogram graphicsBehind-the-scenes contentNarrator social media postsCollaborative promotionLaunch day supportNone needed

Marketing Ideas or Special Requests

Newsletter/Email List Size *No list yetUnder 500200 - 2,0002,000 - 10,00010,000+

Social Media Following *Just starting outUnder 1,0001,000 - 5,0005,000 - 20,00020,000+

Have you worked with other narrators before? *Yes, for this seriesYes, for other booksNo, this is my first audiobook

Previous Narrator Experience

Payment, Contract & Final Details

Payment & Contract Preferences

Estimated Budget *Under $1,500$1,500 - $2,500$2,500 - $4,000$4,000+Flexible/depends on quote

Payment Plan Preference *Standard (25% upfront, 50% at halfway, 25% on delivery)Higher upfront (50% upfront, 50% on delivery)Flexible (discuss options)

When can you provide the final manuscript? *ImmediatelyWithin 1 weekWithin 2 weeksWithin 1 monthOther (Specify below)

Manuscript Availability Details

Do you have any questions about the process? *Yes (list below)No, I understand the process

Questions or Concerns

Special Request or Considerations

How did you hear about me? *ACX/Audible searchSocial Media (specify below)Author referralGoogle searchIndustry eventOther

Who referred you or where specifically did you find me?

I understand and agree: *I will provide a finalized, professionally edited manuscriptI understand the timeline and milestone processI will respond to milestone samples within 3 business daysI understand revision policies and potential additional costsI'm ready to move forward with this project

Next Step Preference *Schedule a consultation call immediatelyReview my quote first, then schedule callEmail correspondence is fine for nowI'll reach out when ready

Anything Else?

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Thank you for completing this intake questionnaire! Please review your responses using the 'Previous' buttons. Once you submit, you'll receive:

✓ Confirmation email with your responses
✓ Personalized quote within 24-48 hours
✓ Links to additional resources (Character Voice Brief, Sample Chapter Selector)
✓ Contract and next steps
✓ Scheduling link for consultation call (if requested)

I'm excited to bring your story to life! 🎙️

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Final Confirmation *I confirm that all information provided is accurate and I'm ready to receive a quote for my audiobook project.

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