Podcasting 201: Audio Editing with Audacity

Description:

A lot goes into a podcast before it’s ready for your listeners’ ears. After the initial recording, audio producers make adjustments to make sure the audio is clear, consistent, and balanced-- to bring out the story and create a compelling audio experience. This session covers:

• organizing and arranging your media files;

• cutting, trimming, and cross-fading clips;

• cleaning up the files and fixing audio problems (like plosives, sibilants, hiss, noise);

• adding filters and EQ to give your recordings a natural, clear sound;

• adding in music, ambient sounds, and actualities to bring your listener into the story;

• normalizing volume levels across all segments;

• and checking your story for consistency and performing quality control.

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