Well, number 1 is a good, distinct narrator voice. Your natural vocal stamina and range are vital to success. Many narrators will hone their craft with coaching and regular practice. But it doesn't end there. Providing excellent service also means that you are ready to knock it out of the park with professionalism and grace. You must be easy to work with, so customers make you their go-to narrator and keep coming back for more. A decent home studio is also critical for audiobook narration jobs because there isn't a budget for a separate studio. A USB microphone won't cut it. If you don't know where to start, we have great content on microphones to help get you started.