Expert Podcasting Practices For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer...

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 434 pages
• Published by: For Dummies; Pap/Dvdr edition December 5, 2007
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0470149264
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0470149263
• Book Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 1.2 inches
• Weighs: 1.6 pounds

Product Description
If you once dreamed of a broadcasting career, or if you’re passionate about a cause you want to share with the world, podcasting may be just what you’re looking for. But it’s not as simple as picking up a microphone—at least, not if you want great results. So pick up Expert Podcasting Practices For Dummies instead, and discover the secrets of producing professional podcasts!

This plain-English guide shows you how to record like a pro, build an audience, and maybe even generate some revenue from your podcasting passion. If you're ready to go live with what you have to say, here's how to create podcasts that appeal to a large audience, sound top-notch, and communicate a message. Find out what equipment you need, how to promote your podcast, and how to:

• Choose a topic and decide whether to narrow or expand your focus
• Sort and filter information about your subject matter
• Set up a recording studio
• Record with pro-level software and hardware
• Produce your show with sound effects, music, and appropriate sound balance
• Create a video podcast
• Craft a targeted distribution, marketing, and promotional plan
• Promote your business or a nonprofit group
• Turn your podcasting hobby into a moneymaking venture by selling ads or products on your podcasts, or by using them to promote your own skills

There’s a lot to think about if you’re considering creating podcasts that will stand out and get noticed. With this guide by your side, your star status is much closer.

Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Back Cover Copy
Revealed — the secrets to producing professional podcasts!

Record like a pro, build an audience, and maybe even generate some revenue

If you're ready to take your podcasting passion to the next level, you've picked up the right book. Here's what you need to know to create podcasts that appeal to a large audience, sound top-notch, communicate a message, and maybe even make some money. Find out what equipment you need, how to promote your podcast, and much more!

Discover how to:

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  Record with pro-level software
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  Set up a recording studio
• 
  
  Create a video podcast
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  Craft a targeted distribution, marketing, and promotional plan
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  Promote a business or nonprofit group

Reader Reviews
Many different topics are covered; this book gives a good flavor to what's needed to launch a podcast. The value of this book is increased by the audio, video, and information files provided on the DVD. Topics like "adding a blog to your podcast" included here have been skipped by most podcasting books. Another big plus: the authors aren't afraid to make specific equipment recommendations, and they also recommend lower-end gear for beginners. On the topic of USB Microphones, the authors mentioned the Rode Podcaster microphone. They didn't mention the huge advantage of this mic: it has a headphone jack built-in to the microphone so you can hear yourself without any latency. As the authors note, this is a problem for all other USB microphones. I've picked up one of these wonderful microphones for my own podcasting. With the bonus material on the DVD, you get a sense of the fun of podcasting.