What does the course teach about producing a signature sound?

How to produce your own radio or DJ tag, and how to record and mix your voice and mixes on your DAW.

I've never interviewed anyone before - does the course cover that?

Yes - preparing for and conducting an interview is part of "Building Your Show."

Does the course help me actually promote my show afterward?

Yes - "Sell Yourself" covers naming your show, picking a platform, and SEO for getting discovered.

Is there a chance to get real airtime?

Yes - successful students can be invited to guest on Wild1 Radio, potentially leading to a permanent show.

How long is the course?

18 hours as a group course, or 11 hours 1-on-1.

Radio & Podcast Class

Radio & Podcast Course

With the emergence of online radio stations and music platforms, modern day technology allows people to host their own radio show or podcast from the comfort of their home. So whether you're a DJ, a producer or even a complete beginner, this course has everything you need to produce and sell your own radio show or podcast. If you make the grade after assessment, you will be invited to host a guest spot on Wild1 Radio, which could lead to a permanent radio show. To learn more and request information on the schedule, click here.

Seattle students take the Radio & Podcast Class in a small group at our studio, or live online in the same session with the same instructor, using our specialist music collaboration software, Muse. The city has a deep electronic and independent music scene, and our teachers are part of it. Discover qualities that distinguish us, here.

Introduction and Equipment

→What’s the difference between a radio show, a podcast, and a classic DJ mix?
→Different types of radio shows.
→DJ and radio history.
→Regulations and laws about music copyrights.
→What you need to produce a radio show?

Building Your Show

→Prepare an interview.
→Conduct an interview.
→Find a guideline to your show.
→Write a detailed show outline.
→Find relevant topics to discuss.
→Lay down your voice on a beat.

DJ Skills

→All about radio/DJ tags in your mixes.
→How to do a music transition.
→Creating playlists.
→All about cue points.

Production Skills

→Recording and mixing levels on your DAW.
→Producing your own Radio/DJ tag.
→Recording with Serato or Traktor.
→Record your mixes and voice on your DAW.

The Art of Talking into the Microphone

→Test and adjust microphone levels.
→How to talk in a microphone to set the mood.
→Apply FX on your voice.
→All about microphones.

Your First Show

→Recording your pilot show.
→Post production and edits.
→Mastering.

Sell Yourself

→Getting yourself out there.
→Radio and podcast SEO.
→Find a catchy name for your show.
→Select the right platform to put your show on.

FAQs

Before you enrol.

Tuition

$799 + $100 Registration if booked 14 days before start or $999 + $200 Registration

Radio & Podcast Course