COM-120 Introduction to Podcasting

This course provides students with an introduction to podcasting, focusing on both the technical and creative aspects of audio content creation. Students will gain practical experience through hands-on projects in all stages of podcast production, developing skills in audio editing, storytelling, and audience engagement strategies in order to produce their own podcast episode.

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Course Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of podcasting equipment and software.
Create and edit basic podcast audio content.
Apply storytelling techniques to develop engaging podcast episodes.
Analyze different podcast formats and their target audiences.
Produce a complete podcast episode demonstrating basic technical and creative skills.

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COM 120: Introduction to Podcasting

Course Description

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Lecture	3
Lab	1
Other	0

SUNY General Education Course

The Arts

Course Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of podcasting equipment and software.
Create and edit basic podcast audio content.
Apply storytelling techniques to develop engaging podcast episodes.
Analyze different podcast formats and their target audiences.
Produce a complete podcast episode demonstrating basic technical and creative skills.

Topic Outline

Introduction to Podcasting
Idea Development
Identifying and Understanding Your Audience
Podcast Structure and Content Planning
Interviewing and Guest Management
Equipment and Software
Recording and Editing Basics
Podcast Hosting and Distribution
Building Listener Loyalty and Growing Your Audience
Marketing the Podcast
Launching the Podcast
Monetization Strategies
Legal Matters