In this course, you’ll gain practical skills for producing unique podcasts. Learn the essentials of audio storytelling as you plan, write, record and edit your own podcast. This foundational course will guide you through reading and listening exercises, and practical assignments.

Develop your own voice. Gain access to exclusive resources, and receive personal feedback as you learn how to produce a podcast from the planning stage to the final upload.

Course Outcomes

• Learn storytelling techniques for an audio audience.

• Practice interview techniques including how to prepare and record the interview.

• Apply script writing and narration to podcasting.

• How to professionally edit audio using Adobe Audition.

• Gain best practices for podcast planning and workflow techniques.

• Learn how to choose the right audio equipment for recording quality podcasts.

• A professionally produced podcast by you.

• Certificate (PDF) upon completion of the course requirements.

• LinkedIn badge to add to your profile to signify accomplishment of the course.

Who This Course Is For?

• New media managers,

• media professionals,

• content marketers,

• communications and PR,

• journalism educators,

• journalists,

• editors, and

• web producers.

Prerequisites

• This is an introductory online course; no previous podcasting experience is required.

• Ability and willingness to learn new skills and work with new equipment and software.

• Basic computer literacy.

Requirements

• All participants must have a computer or laptop for use during this course. Your computer must meet the minimum technical specifications outlined on the Adobe Audition help page. I recommend you verify your computer can run Adobe Audition before enrolling.

• A subscription to Adobe Audition Creative Cloud for the duration of the course is required to participate in this course.

• Headphones are required.

• An audio recording device for recording the podcast is required. A recording microphone is recommended but not required.

• Proficiency in English (instruction is delivered in English).