The Arts in New York City

Dear All,

Great job on the first podcast assignments! The quality of your reviews was superb across the board! Here are some tips and instructions for your next assignment due on Wednesday:

Tips:

1. Identify your topic at the beginning of the podcast both verbally and through images.

2. Edit your narrative. If you make a mistake reading your script, it is easy to go back and edit the vocal track.

3. Manipulate your audio levels. Make sure that your music and narrative are balanced so that your audience can hear your script. Record your script in a quiet environment and speak directly into the mic to avoid echo.

4. Avoid fuzzy images. Try to use your own digital images when possible. When using a jpg, check to see if it is blurry before using it.

5. Make sure images fit in podcast frame.

6. Consider issues of value. For example, is this photo appropriate/valuable to the content of the podcast? Does this comment actually add to the podcast or take away from it?

Some of the most effective podcasts were the ones where the images and music were directly related to the narrative and helped the viewer understand the podcaster’s perspective more.

Instructions:

Because we cannot replace the Podcast Press logo with individual images, you only need to send your .m4a file to me at lhorridge@gmail.com, and I will upload them as soon as they are all in.

Again, great job! Please email me at the above address if you have any questions.

//Lynn

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