Narration: Voice-over is often used for narration in documentaries, educational videos, and feature films to provide background information, context, or to guide the audience through the story.

Commercials: In television and radio commercials, this is commonly used to deliver the marketing message. The artist may describe the product or service, explain its features, and convey the brand message in his voice.

Animation: In animated films, cartoons, and video games, the actors provide the voices for animated characters. This is crucial for bringing characters to life and conveying emotions.

Audio Books: When books are adapted into audio format,  artist reads the text aloud to add voice, allowing listeners to enjoy the content without having to read the physical book.

E-Learning: This is often used in educational videos, online courses, and e-learning modules to provide instructions, explanations, and additional context.

Video Presentations: In business presentations, training videos, or corporate videos, a voice-over can be used to convey information and maintain audience engagement.

Telephone Systems: Automated telephone systems often use this recordings to provide information and guide callers through different options.

Podcasts: In podcasting, hosts and guests use this to deliver content to their audience. This medium relies entirely on spoken words to convey information, stories, or discussions.

This process involves recording the voice separately from the video or other media elements. Professional voice-over artists, often with distinctive and expressive voices, are commonly employed for these purposes. The quality of the voice-over can significantly impact the overall effectiveness and engagement of the media in which it is used.