Description:

Podcasts have been gaining popularity with audiences in India and across the globe over the last few years. They have emerged as a novel way of bringing impactful stories to life and engaging with audiences in a conversational manner. It is no surprise that more and more organizations are adopting this engaging audio format to connect with the world and give a voice to their work and spread awareness. CSRBOX, in association with Sonologue, has created a bespoke virtual masterclass for you to learn the ABCs of Podcasting.

The Masterclass

This short course is designed for communications teams and caseworkers who want to explore and design podcasts in the development sector setting. The three-day masterclass will provide practical training on getting an engaging podcast season o­ the ground for professionals in the social development sector. This training will focus on best practices to create an engaging podcast season from start to finish – from set up to recording, scripting to editing, as well as distributing episodes online. Participants will leave with handouts and templates to get their podcast started.

Topics Covered

• Formats that work Importance of Podcasting for NGOs
• Different formats and genres for diff­erent kinds of storytelling
• Behind the scenes- Roles and responsibilities
• Roadmap for planning

Content

• Conducting interviews and gathering audio in the -field/office/- studio/remotely
• Setup equipment: Hardware & software
• Best practices

Distribution

• Formatting & packaging for maximum engagement
• Audio editing overview Hosting, distribution, dissemination and analytics
• Improving visibility for internal & external audiences

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will

• Have a basic understanding of the steps involved in strategically designing, producing, and distributing successful podcast series.
• Be exposed to, and gain an introductory understanding of the concepts of appropriate formats & channels, curating engaging content and ways to reach the audiences.

For Whom

• Communication teams working in NGOs and CSR departments
• Social Enterprise

Fee and Registration

• Early Bird - INR 1000 (Inclusive of Tax)

Certificate of Participation

Participants will receive an e-certificate on behalf of Sonologue and Impact Academy on successful participation in the 3-day masterclass