ADRer

ADRer is an informal, colloquial term used to describe a person who performs automated dialogue replacement (ADR) work in film, television, and other audiovisual productions. More commonly called an ADR artist, ADR performer, or ADR actor, an ADRer re-records dialogue in a controlled studio environment to replace or augment production sound. This can be necessary for technical reasons (background noise, poor on-location audio), creative choices (line changes, language dubbing), or continuity and performance enhancement.

Typical responsibilities of an ADRer include matching the original actor’s timing, lip movements, emotional tone, and vocal quality; following cues and timecodes; and working under the direction of an ADR supervisor. ADR recording sessions often use playback of picture with visual cue markers, a guide track, and specialized software to align new recordings precisely with on-screen performance. ADRers may be performers credited for principal dialogue replacement, or part of loop groups that provide background voices and crowd sounds.

Skills commonly associated with ADR work include voice control, acting ability, precise timing, microphone technique, and familiarity with post-production workflows. ADR intersects with roles such as sound editors, dialogue editors, and re-recording mixers. While the term ADRer is used informally within production communities, professional credits typically list specific roles like ADR artist, voice actor, or dialogue editor.