So You Wanna Make a Podcast? Audio 201: Two-Week Intensive Workshop
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Location
The NewsGuild of New York
1500 Broadway Suite 900 New York, NY 10036Description
This workshop takes place over four different dates. Participants must commit to attending all four sessions. Please note that this class is only open to NewsGuild of New York members in good standing. Refreshments will be served.
So you wanna make a podcast? Record one with the Guild!
Learn how in our Audio 201 Intensive, a two-week long workshop led by Headstepper Media's Pedro Rosado. Over the course of four sessions, you will learn how to script, host, record, and edit a podcast and then tie it all together by producing a podcast with your classmates.
November 26th, 6-8pm: Development
Learn the basics of scripting and story during this two-hour session.
November 28th, 6-8pm: Production
Learn how to record great sound and get tips on hosting during this two-hour session.
December 3rd, 6-9pm: Post-Production
During this three-hour session, you'll learn the basics of editing and mixing using the free multitrack editor Audacity. Please note the longer duration of this session.
December 5th, 6-8pm: Practical
During the final two-hour session, you'll tie everything you've learned over the past two weeks together by reviewing the class' podcast episodes and discussing distribution through iTunes.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Pedro Rafael Rosado is the co-founder of HeadStepper Media, a digital production company that specializes in the creation of award-winning audio and video content for Web and mobile platforms with a focus on providing services for small news outlets and minority owned businesses. Most recently, Pedro was an audio producer at The New York Times tasked with making the long-running podcasts "Book Review" and "Popcast"and was also part of the team that produces the mega-hit "The Daily".
Prior to working for The Times, Pedro was a music producer and recording engineer for various organizations including Tommy Boy Records, Sesame Workshop and his own White Heron Records.
Previously at the "Gray Lady" Pedro was the Operations Manager for NYT Video, Technical Director for NYT Video, Editor and Senior Producer for New York Times Radio, and a News Technology Editor.
FAQs
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Please email events@nyguild.org with any questions!
What's the cancellation policy?
Please note that this workshop has a strict 48-hour cancellation policy. If you find that you are unable to attend, please send your cancellation to events@nyguild.org, so that another member on the waiting list might fill your spot.