Radio & Podcast Course | Worldwide & LIVE Online
Radio & Podcast Course
With the emergence of online radio stations and music platforms, modern day technology allows people to host their own radio show or podcast from the comfort of their home. So whether you're a DJ, a producer or even a complete beginner, this course has everything you need to produce and sell your own radio show or podcast. If you make the grade after assessment, you will be invited to host a guest spot on Wild1 Radio, which could lead to a permanent radio show. To learn more and request information on the schedule, click here.
This course is available live online, taught in real time by Garnish instructors from across our network of campuses, in the same small-group format as our in-person classes, using our specialist music collaboration software, Muse. Discover qualities that distinguish us, here.
Introduction and Equipment
- →What’s the difference between a radio show, a podcast, and a classic DJ mix?
- →Different types of radio shows.
- →DJ and radio history.
- →Regulations and laws about music copyrights.
- →What you need to produce a radio show?
Building Your Show
- →Write a detailed show outline.
- →Find relevant topics to discuss.
- →Lay down your voice on a beat.
- →Prepare an interview.
- →Conduct an interview.
- →Find a guideline to your show.
DJ Skills
- →Creating playlists.
- →All about cue points.
- →All about radio/DJ tags in your mixes.
- →How to do a music transition.
Production Skills
- →Producing your own Radio/DJ tag.
- →Recording with Serato or Traktor.
- →Record your mixes and voice on your DAW.
- →Recording and mixing levels on your DAW.
The Art of Talking into the Microphone
- →Apply FX on your voice.
- →All about microphones.
- →Test and adjust microphone levels.
- →How to talk in a microphone to set the mood.
Your First Show
- →Post production and edits.
- →Mastering.
- →Recording your pilot show.
Sell Yourself
- →Select the right platform to put your show on.
- →Getting yourself out there.
- →Radio and podcast SEO.
- →Find a catchy name for your show.
Questions we hear a lot.
DJs, producers and complete beginners alike - anyone who wants to produce and sell their own radio show or podcast from home.
If you make the grade after assessment, you are invited to host a guest show - a real credit to build on.
Use the Connect button on this page to request the current schedule and price; one of our placement team will reply within a business day.
A computer, a microphone and headphones; we cover how to get a professional result from a home setup.
Yes, taught live so you can get feedback on your show as you build it.
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