Radio & Podcast Class | Nashville
Course — Nashville

Radio & Podcast Class | Nashville

At a glance
Duration
18 hours
Format
In-person in Nashville or Live Online
You leave with
Your first show, made and ready to publish
Both sides
The production skills and the art of talking into a microphone
And then
How to sell yourself once the show exists

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.

In Nashville, a city built on songwriting and recording, this course is taught by producers who work in its studios. Classes are small and hands-on, and the same sessions are available live online, using our specialist music collaboration software, Muse. 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

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

DJ Skills

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

Production Skills

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

The Art of Talking into the Microphone

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

Your First Show

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

Sell Yourself

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

Student reviews.

“I wouldn’t change anything about any of the courses I did.”

Stefan Olsdal (Placebo)

Instructors

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Questions

Common questions, answered.

Tuition

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

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