Suggestions for Audio Editing Software:
1. Adobe Audition – Subscription Only
· Easy to use and customize
· Loaded with editing and correction tools
2. Audacity - Free
· Best open-source audio editor
· Huge library of plugins
3. CyberLink AudioDirector - Subscription & Free online editor
· Windows Only / PC Only
· Excellent AI tools
4. Apple GarageBand - Free
· Cross-platform on macOS and iOS devices
· Apple Only / Mac and IOS Only
There are some DAW options as well, but these are more complicated.
Avid Pro Tools offer a free intro version which allows editing of 8 tracks.
Other DAWs also offer free trials.
Upper Primary (Ages 9 - 11):
Content/ script:
Make sure that you script is fully in English, with clear characters.
Be creative with your story, and your chosen theme.
Vocal skills:
When you record, make sure your articulation and voice projection is clear.
Express your characters by using your tone, pitch, pace and volume.
Post-recording editing:
Make sure you use sound effects and music that suit your theme and script.
Junior (Ages12 - 14):
Content/ script:
Make sure that you script is fully in English, with clear characters.
Make sure you story plot is clear and it is exciting for your listeners.
Be creative with your story, and your chosen theme.
Vocal skills:
When you record, make sure your articulation and voice projection is clear.
Express your characters by using your tone, pitch, pace and volume.
Use your voice creatively to build your characters.
Post-recording editing:
Make sure you use sound effects and music that suit your theme and script.
Try to make your recording as clean as possible - without any unnecessary background noise.
Senior (Ages 15+):
Content/ script:
Make sure that you script is fully in English, with clear characters and voice directions (eg "nervously" , "cheerful circus music").
Make sure you story plot is clear and it is exciting for your listeners.
Make sure that your script is creative, has character development and showcases your chosen theme clearly.
Vocal skills:
When you record, make sure your articulation and voice projection is clear.
Express your characters by using your tone, pitch, pace and volume and pause.
Use your voice creatively to build your characters.
Post-recording editing:
Make sure you use sound effects and music that suit your theme and script.
Try to make your recording as clean as possible - without any unnecessary background noise.
Make sure you build on your climax with thoughtful editing of your music and SFX.