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.

Credits

3

For more detailed course information view the Course Outline

COM 120: Introduction to Podcasting

Course Description

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.

Credit Hours

3

Contact Hours

Lecture	3
Lab	1
Other	0

SUNY General Education Course

• The Arts

Course Learning Outcomes

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

Topic Outline

1. Introduction to Podcasting
2. Idea Development
3. Identifying and Understanding Your Audience
4. Podcast Structure and Content Planning
5. Interviewing and Guest Management
6. Equipment and Software
7. Recording and Editing Basics
8. Podcast Hosting and Distribution
9. Building Listener Loyalty and Growing Your Audience
10. Marketing the Podcast
11. Launching the Podcast
12. Monetization Strategies
13. Legal Matters