Generator · 100% free, no signup · Updated May 2026
Voiceover scripts with word-count↔runtime math.
A free voiceover script formatter that pins narration word count to target runtime using configurable reading pace (130/150/175 wpm). Outputs a 4-section structure (intro, setup, payoff, CTA) with word-count targets and pause markers calibrated to faceless YouTube pacing norms.
Enter topic + target runtime + reading pace (slow/normal/fast). The formatter outputs a structured narration script with word-count targets per section (intro / setup / payoff / CTA), pacing cues, and pause markers.
Script setup
Total word target
1,200 words
Intro / Hook
0:00 – 0:58 · ~144 words
Open with the strongest claim or question. Hook the viewer in under 8 seconds. Reference: Why most AI productivity tools fail...
[pause 1s]
Setup
58s onward · ~336 words
Establish context. Why does this matter? Who is affected? Use one specific number or year.
[pause 1s]
Payoff / Body
Mid-video · ~540 words
The main argument. 3-5 distinct sub-points. Use named patterns: rule of 3, contrarian frame, evidence stack. Insert [B-ROLL] cues.
[pause 1s]
CTA / Outro
Final 30-45s · ~180 words
One specific ask. Subscribe / watch next video / link in description. End on a strong line, not "thanks for watching."
[pause 1s]
Who this is for
Faceless YouTube channel operators and voiceover artists who need scripts to match a specific runtime.
The problem this solves
Faceless YouTube videos live or die by voiceover pacing. Too fast = unprofessional. Too slow = boring. Most "AI script generators" output paragraphs without pacing structure, then your narration runs 4 minutes when you needed 8. The formatter pins word count to runtime so the script length matches your video plan.
Faceless YouTube videos with a structured 4-section narration script (intro → setup → payoff → CTA) earn on average 22% higher average view duration than freeform-narrated videos of the same topic and length.
Source: VidIQ faceless-channel report 2024 + ElevenLabs creator survey 2024
How to use it
- 01
Topic + runtime
Video topic + target runtime in minutes (e.g. 8 min).
- 02
Pick pace
Slow (130 wpm) / normal (150 wpm) / fast (175 wpm).
- 03
Get the script structure
4-section script with word-count target per section.
- 04
Add pause markers
Built-in [pause 1s] cues at section breaks for natural pacing.
What you get
- ✓ 4-section narration script
- ✓ Word-count target per section
- ✓ Pacing-tuned (130/150/175 wpm)
- ✓ Built-in pause markers
Frequently asked
How many words per minute for voiceover?
Faceless YouTube narration sweet spot is 140-160 wpm. Slower (130) feels professional for documentary style. Faster (175+) works for high-energy explainer channels but risks listener fatigue past 6 minutes.
How do I match script length to video runtime?
Multiply target runtime (min) × wpm. For an 8-min video at 150 wpm: 1,200 words total. The formatter does this math and splits across the 4 sections automatically.
What pacing works best for AI voiceover (ElevenLabs, Murf)?
AI voices read 10-15% faster than humans at the same wpm setting. Target 135-145 wpm for AI narration to avoid the rushed feel. Add longer pauses between sections.
Should I write the script in present or past tense?
Present tense for educational/explainer ("This is how X works"). Past tense for story-driven faceless content ("Last year, the company faced..."). Mix only for transitions — full-script tense shifts confuse listeners.
Where do I add B-roll cues in the script?
Mark them in brackets at the start of each paragraph: [B-ROLL: warehouse footage] or [SCREEN: stock chart]. Most faceless channel editors use this format. The formatter inserts placeholder cues automatically.
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Author + maintainer
Adrian Berisha — Founder of Clipflow. Indie SaaS builder shipping creator tools full-time since 2024. All tools and benchmarks on this page are reviewed quarterly. Last review: May 2026.
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