Radio and Podcast Production

Overview

This module will develop technical and editorial skills in radio and podcast production. Students will explore the contexts of public service broadcasting formats (such as those offered by BBC) as well as the podcast landscape and commercial and community radio platforms.

This module will introduce varying genres of radio broadcasting and podcasting - feature documentary genre, speech based discussion formats, radio drama and other non-fiction based programme making idioms.

Through a series of practical activities, this module will explore a range of skills involved in radio and podcast production including writing, using the voice, show-producing and audio engineering.

Opportunities to develop an original programme or podcast idea will culminate in a group radio project conducted in a live studio setting. Students will be encouraged to engage with local communities to generate ideas that connect with their audience and the wider world around them.

Learning Objectives

1. Prepare and present a pitch for a radio programme or a podcast.

2. Conceive, develop and design a radio programme or podcast for delivery.

3. Produce a live radio broadcast featuring in-studio discussion or an equivalent podcast.

4. Effectively use the voice in a radio/podcast presentation context.

5. Use audio equipment to effectively record content for radio/audio podcast and engineer audio for a live broadcast.

6. Acquire advanced knowledge of radio and audio production techniques and the ability to create compelling radio and podcast segments.

Skills

1. Advancing audio production and post production skills

2. Live radio studio and podcast engineering skills

3. Enhanced writing skills for radio and podcast

4. Live radio and podcast production experience

5. A greater appreciate of the various roles of industry professionals

6. An enhanced knowledge of radio and audio formats and their impact on society

Assessment

None