Guide to Podcast Production

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Follow this checklist to ensure you don't miss a step when recording a podcast.

After you've researched your topic, planned out your podcast and completed all the pre-production steps, it's showtime. Use this checklist to ensure you are fully prepared for pressing the record button.

  • Have approved outlines, scripts or questions ready before you start production.
  • Maintain constant contact with the crew and provide regular updates.
    • Determine times for setup, crew calls and show times.
    • Determine attire (uniform, suit, etc.) if the podcast will include video.
    • Articulate roles and responsibilities.
  • Request, pull and test gear from storage (24 hours) prior to recording.
    • Fill out the equipment list.
    • Fill out the property pass, if off-site.
  • Brief talent and review best practices.
  • Conduct sound tests to ensure the best microphone and talent placement.
  • Determine audio settings (MP3 or WAV).
  • Practice good media management throughout production.
    • Label all media by location, date and subject.
    • Save and back up media on server.
  • Conduct a hotwash and review audio/footage after recording.

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