We are springing into the new season with our next new masterclass all about Podcast Marketing, from the great founder herself, Imriel Morgan.
Imriel specialises in podcast marketing and PR for brands and independent podcasters around the world. She has over 8 years content marketing experience especially in audience development and holds an MBA, so you will be in the safest of hands when it comes to this marketing masterclass!
In todays class Imriel goes through the fundamentals of podcast marketing, as it is no longer a viable option to rely solely on your podcast to grow your audience and get more listens.
Imriel talks you through…
- Creating a user persona sheet to find out who your target listener is.
- How to get your audience to listen to you.
- What the content world looks like.
- All the press and PR information you should know about.
- And so much more!!
Podcast promotion can be a scary and confusing place but with this jam packed masterclass full of so many tips and tricks, it will make promoting your podcast a breeze.
Watch the full masterclass below 👇
Here is your December Masterclass all about remote recording, hosted by our Studio and Production Manager Amber Miller.
If you are one for recording in studios but during the festive period you want to record but are currently in the middle of know where, why not do it remotely?!
Remote recording a podcast is a handy way to first kick off your podcasting journey and to experiment what it is you want to record. It is also a great way to record an interview with someone who is on the other side of the world from the comfort of your own home. But most importantly it is a brilliant way for those who can’t leave their home, to still be able to record a podcast or be interviewed.
However, we would always suggest (if you can) to record your podcast in a treated studio. The quality is usually always better and you can’t beat having a one to one recording with someone in the room. So if you are interested in recording with us, please check out our membership packages on our website or give Amber an email at amber@contentisqueen.org. Â
But with that in mind, Amber is going to share all the tips and tricks to recording a professional sounding podcast remotely.
Amber goes through…
- The different remote recording platforms there are online for you to use, specifically zoom.
- How to soundproof your room and the different usb mics that you can get that specifically plug into your laptop.
- And how to prepare your guest as well as the instructions you need to send them, so you get a great quality recording on their end too.
All of this and a lot more, so be sure to watch the video down below now!!
Here is your November Masterclass, hosted by the incredible podcaster, Maeve McClenaghan who is here to tell you all you need to know about Storytelling and investigative tales!
Maeve is an experienced investigative journalist who has written for Buzzfeed UK, the Guardian, the BBC, Vice News, and others. She has worked with whistleblowers, leaked documents, large datasets and vulnerable sources. Maeve is also the creator and host of the brilliant podcast The Tip Off. So you are all in for a real treat!
Investigative journalism may seem like a very daunting piece of audio to create, or you may have a story that you would like to pursue but have no clue how to turn it into a podcast. Well you have come to the right place, as Maeve breaks the process down step by step to help you along your investigative journey.
Maeve goes into much detail about..
- Firstly researching the story you want to talk about and picking the subject matter.
- What the format you would like your piece to look like, should it be a serialised podcast or a one off?
- How to edit your stories and experimenting with trample tapes.
And thats not all, Meave also gives scripting advice and how to make a boring sentence compelling and sonically magical with sound design. She also gives examples from her own experience working on the Tip Off and plays clips from other podcasts for you to listen and learn from.
So without further ado, here is the masterclass for you to watch down below!
If you enjoyed Jack’s previous masterclass’s and are craving more…
Here is the finale, part 3 of our audio drama masterclass!!
Jack has already provided a full proof guide to creating and scripting an audio drama from scratch but still has a few more tricks up his sleeve to share with you.
In this last workshop, Jack shares how to technically structure an audio drama script and what the different writing templates look like. He also goes into the importance of adding not just dialogue to a script but also adding spot effects, describing the atmosphere, providing a guide for your actors and a lot of other things such as scene transitions.
Jack also goes through the pros and cons of different scripting software, as well as the do’s and don’ts of scripting, which I definitely recommend you watch!
Jack really shares the importance of having fun with this process and not being afraid to try different things, because as we know practice makes perfect!!
So without further ado, here is Part 3 of our Audio Drama Masterclass…
If you’d like to find out more about Jack and all his incredible work as well as ask him any questions, you can find him on his website www.jackbowman.net
Now you’ve watched part 1 of Jacks Masterclass, get ready for part 2!
In this 2nd instalment about creating audio dramas, Jack talks you through…
- The importance of world building when developing your story
- Getting to grips with key terms like theme, tone, character development and consistency
- Plus top tips on how to do your research
Jack does an incredible job of breaking down the necessary steps you need to take when writing an audio drama into easy and manageable chunks that aren’t overwhelming.
The advice is also told through examples, which makes for an engaging watch and something we think you will really enjoy!
Jack also provides a load of resources and experts for you to have a google afterwards, so if you want even more Audio drama goodness, you can do as much research as you want.
Catch Part 2 down below now…
Have you got a story in mind that you think would be perfect for an audio drama, but you don’t know how to execute it?
Have no fear, Jack Bowman is here!!
Jack Bowman has created a bespoke masterclass for us to make an audio drama from start to finish.
Jack is an audio drama and scripted podcast veteran of 16+ years. Co-creating THE SPRINGHEEL SAGA for Wireless Theatre (their most commercially and critically successful project) won numerous awards. He also produced content heard on BBC Radio 4, BBC Sounds and the RNIB. So he is definitely the right person to help you create your own audio drama.
In Part one of this three-part masterclass, Jack talks you through the early stages of coming up with a drama, from germinating an idea and putting it on paper. Looking at:
- Why you’d want to tell your story through audio.
- Debunking the jargon (WTF are logline’s?!) and their importance.
- Creating an A* synopsis.
Jack also provides other useful resources that you should go check out too. These will help you along your audio drama journey and help improve the quality of your work
You can watch Jack’s masterclass below now…
If you enjoyed Sarah’s first Masterclass on Indie voice acting well you are in for a treat! Here is Sarah’s 2nd instalment where she focuses on auditions and the auditioning process.
Sarah Provides examples of what casting agents and producers are looking for, what different auditions look like and tips on how to sell yourself!
She makes this slightly nerve-wracking process exciting and fun and helps you make the most of it so you can audition the best you can! With techniques on how to approach the character you want to audition for as well as researching and practising different vocal styles that will make the character come to life.
What is also lovely about Sarah’s Masterclass is that she is an advocate for self-care and taking breaks and lets you know that rejection is normal and guides you through coping with that.
The Masterclass is also packed full of resources and websites to visit so you can do as much research and extra voice acting prep as you want!
So without further ado, here is Sarah’s 2nd indie voice acting Masterclass.
Has anyone ever told you, you have a great voice? Or has voice acting always been your passion but you just don’t know where to start?
Well, this masterclass is perfect for you!
Sarah Golding has created a bespoke masterclass for you, sharing all her know-how on breaking into the voice acting industry and most importantly expressing that you should be having fun whilst creating!
Sarah takes you from start to finish on the voice acting journey. Discussing what type of voice acting you want to do, recording and then finding those important auditions and how to stand out.
Sarah shows you how to train your voice, with mouth techniques and breathing exercises to do. She also provides a tutorial on how to record your voice and to create the perfect recording conditions at home that won’t break the bank.
This masterclass also gives you a whole bank of resources to help your voice acting pursuit take off, such as audition platforms to sign up to, equipment to purchase, audio dramas to listen to and so much more.
This masterclass really shows you everything you need to know about voice acting and is not only for those who want to perform in a drama, it is a masterclass for anyone that speaks into a microphone.
You can watch Sarah’s masterclass below now.
Here is your May Masterclass, hosted by the wonderful CIQ founder herself Imriel Morgan, who will talk you through all you need to know about Podcast Promotion!
With so many podcasts on the web today, it’s no longer a viable option just to record an episode and upload it to your website. You need to plan how you’re going to promote your podcast and cultivate an audience if you want any hope of gaining traction. The good news is that there are a number of different ways that you can spread the word about your podcasts and gain more listeners.
Imriel will guide you through all the necessary steps to successfully promote your podcast by gaining an insight into:
- Press Releases and the importance of creating one for your podcast.
- How to create Partnerships with specific Brands and Businesses.
- The importance of spreading the word on Social Media.
- and so much more!!
By the end of this video and by taking all these tips on board, you’ll be able to find your ideal listener and start to watch your audience grow.
Imriel has also created a worksheet to go alongside the video, which you can access here: Podcast Promotions Worksheet
Think social media shouldn’t be a big part of your podcast marketing strategy? Think again!
Your April Masterclass is here and it’s all about Social Media Podcast Marketing!
Social media marketing is one of the best ways to market your podcast online. Social Media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok have made reaching your audience easier than ever.
We have social media wizard Brian Hollingsworth with us to guide you through the workings of social media marketing and will help you strategise and create content that will be key in growing your audience
Social media can be a massive asset to your podcast and the key is consistency. Unlike many other mediums, social media is 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you make an effort to get out there and participate but are not consistent over time you can still give the impression of not being present which can actually work against you. The biggest rule to always follow in content creation – do something every day – even if it’s just for five or ten minutes – keep at it! It all adds up.
Brian will give you some great advice on:
- Choosing which social media platform is the best for you and your podcast.
- The importance of interacting with your audience and creating a community.
- What content to create to help promote your podcast.
- And so much more!!
As well as all this, Brian has gathered he’s top tips and tricks to promoting on social media, to make the seemingly daunting task as easy as pie!
So without further ado, please enjoy Brians Masterclass below:
