Script Timer for Radio & Video (Free)
Paste your script and get an instant, realistic read time. This tool uses a fixed 3 words per second rate, optional punctuation-based pauses, and custom pause tags so your message actually fits your :15, :30, or :60 slot.
- Guidelines: :30 avg ~75 words (range 70–85) · :60 avg ~150 words (range 150–170)
- Advanced pause sliders for commas, colons, and sentence endings
- Quick chips for :15 / :30 / :60 / :90 with live over/under delta
- Toolbar: UPPERCASE, Sentence case, Clear
Why Timing Your Script Matters
Every extra second in a commercial is costly — and every rushed word risks losing your audience. Knowing your script’s length before you record means you’ll land your message cleanly in a :15, :30, or :60 slot without awkward trims or rushed reads.
Pro Tips for Radio & Video Scripts
- Keep one clear message. In a :30, ~70–85 words is your sweet spot.
- Leave a couple seconds of buffer. Don’t aim for 30.0s — aim for ~28s so emphasis breathes.
- Read it out loud. Natural delivery often reveals trims that make the message stronger.
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“Killerspots helped us tighten a 60-second script without losing impact — the spot hit perfectly on-air.”
— Dana R., Retail Marketing Director
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FAQ
How many words fit in a 30-second spot?
Average ~75 words (range 70–85). Slower, emotive reads fit fewer; fast hard-sell fits more.
How many words fit in a 60-second spot?
Average ~150 words (range 150–170). More room for pacing and a fuller message.
Do punctuation pauses change the estimate?
Yes. Commas, colons, and sentence endings add small increments to mimic natural speech.
Is this exact for every voice?
It’s an estimate; actual timing varies by voice, emphasis, language, and production.
