Into and Outro

Post date: Feb 21, 2020 9:12:55 PM

How to Actually Create Podcast Intros That Attract Listeners

Original Source ArticleMost professional sounding podcasts have a professional introduction. These are usually 30-second audio introductions or openings that begin your show. These are commonly referred to as podcast intros. Having a great sounding intro usually creates anticipation and adds a cohesiveness to your podcast.An outro comes at the end of the show, and it wraps up the show. This ending or closing usually let’s your listeners know that the show is over and it’s a great place to put a call-to-action or at least let your listeners know where they can learn more.Bumpers are usually 15-second segments that introduce a new segment of your podcast or are used to create smooth transitions in and out of commercial breaks.Intro and Outro ElementsIn order to create an awesome intro or outro, you will need a few elements. These include a script, voice talent, music, sound FX, and a way to put it all together. Even though, these quick little 30-second blurbs are taken for granted, creating quality podcast beginnings and endings takes a substantial amount of thought and effort.

A quality intro or outro can help your podcast gain instant credibility with listeners. A high-quality intro will grab your listener’s attention and build excitement for your upcoming episode. The outro wraps everything up with a bow and let’s you bid farewell to your listener while subtly hinting at them taking further action.

Elements of a Podcast Opening or Intro

• • Name of your podcast

  • The episode number

  • The episode title

  • Cool Music and/or sound effects

  • Host Identity

  • Purpose or tagline of the podcast

  • Introduce what the show is going to be about or summarize the episode

  • Any other important data like the name of your network, the recording date, sponsors, or disclaimers

Not all of these elements need to be included in your intro. Your show’s opening should be as unique as the show itself, but some of these items can help you hone your script and include what is important for your podcast. (see project requirements below)

Creating an Intro or Outro Script

Take a moment and think about what intro elements would be important to share with your audience. There are no hard and fast rules, but the usual time for an intro or outro is 30-seconds and about 75 words. You really want to share what is most important and set the tone for the rest of the listening experience.

If you are unsure where to begin, listen to some of the top podcasts in your genre or in all of iTunes. Now that you have read this and thought about intro creation, you will catch yourself paying attention to intros and outros instead of looking for the fast forward button.

Sample Intro Template

Podcasting from (your location) (add a fun fact or two about your location) this is (the name of your podcast) (what your podcast is actually about) And I am your host (hostname) (a little biographical info about you the host).

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUMMATIVE INTRO =

• • Introduce the name of the podcast. “Storydrop Podcast".

  • Tell the location where you are from - Algonquin Middle School.

  • Say the host(s) name, you / your partner(s). FIRST NAME(S) ONLY!

  • The story title & author.

  • A brief description/introduction to the story.

  • Music &/or Sound FX included

  • Sample Outro Template

Thanks for listening to (the name of the show) with (hosts name). If you like our show and want to know more check out (your podcast website) or please leave us a review on iTunes. Join us next week when we talk about (next week’s show topic).

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUMMATIVE OUTRO=

• • Thank your audience.

  • Restate your Podcast Name (Storydrop Podcast).

  • Restate the name of the story & author(s).

  • Include the name of the host(s) - FIRST NAME(S) ONLY!

  • Encourage the audience to listen to future episodes.

  • Music &/or Sound FX included.

Intro (using the template above