Podcast Editors Mastermind
Steve Stewart, Mark Deal, Bryan Entzminger, Jennifer Longworth, Carrie Caulfield, Daniel Abendroth
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Are you charging enough?
Do you charge more or less than your peers?
What can you do to earn more for your podcast editing efforts?
Find out as we reveal the rates and effective hourly rates being charged by indie podcasters just like you!
Episode Notes: https://podcasteditorsmastermind.com/episode/the-2024-podcast-editor-industry-survey-reveal-
Key Discussion Points
- Editors charged $199 USD for an average hour-long episode
- They spent less time to complete the task, making their effective hourly average rate higher!
- We also discuss which additional services seem to impact what editors charge for their audio editing projects
Links And Resources
- Get the survey slides by signing up for the free Podcast Editor Academy newsletter
- Receive special access and benefits by joining The Mastermind
Our Podcast Editor
This episode of the Podcast Editors Mastermind was edited by Alejandro Ramirez. You can find him on LinkedIn if you're interested in talking with him about editing your show.
This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:
OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
Celebrate with us in this milestone Mastermind Show: Episode 100!
Yeti Bryan and Yeti Jennifer reflect on what we got right, what could have been done better, and things that were "not so good".
Joining us is Steve Stewart and Mark Deal from the Podcast Editor Academy - WITH A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!
We are wrapping up Season 1 of the Podcast Editors Mastermind Show, and Season 2 will be hosted by Steve & Mark (with appearances from the founders too, of course).
After listening, PLEASE send in your feedback AND REQUESTS FOR FUTURE TOPICS to [email protected]. We hope to incorporate them into future releases!
Key Discussion Points
- The story behind how the Mastermind started
- Year 1 and Year 2: What changed?
- What we got RIGHT: Community, the need for a show like this, "editing practice" for new Podcast Editors
- What we didn't get right: No clear monetization strategy, inconsistency, stopping our off-camera mastermind meetings
- The transition to Season 2
- Everybody hates change, and here's why change is needed (listen to the episode to hear more)
Links And Resources
- Podcast Editor Academy: https://podcasteditoracademy.com
- Podcast Atlanta: https://podatl.com
- Article by The College Investor: https://thecollegeinvestor.com/47758/google-ai-misleads-in-43-of-finance-related-searches
Favorite Episodes
- Bryan's fave: Ep 82 - How Virginia Elder Went From Accounting to Owning a Podcast Production Company
- Jennifer's fave: Ep 90 - Darrell Darnell's Journey to Build a Podcast Editing Team
- Steve's fave: Ep 11 - Britany Felix: Attract the RIGHT Clients for Your Business
The First Client Series
Feed (to subscribe): https://feeds.captivate.fm/podcast-editors-mastermind/first-client-stories
Playlist Link: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/96ecac6b-0152-49ab-912e-78727f644efd
Our Editor
This episode of the Podcast Editors Mastermind was edited by Alejandro Ramirez. You can find him on LinkedIn if you're interested in talking with him about editing your show.
This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:
OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
Are your podcast clients getting bad audio and video from themselves or their guests? We share tips on how to address the issue, whether you're there to help them or not.
Episode Notes: https://podcasteditorsmastermind.com/episode/keys-to-helping-podcast-clients-look-and-sound-great
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We're sharing some of the keys to helping your podcast clients sound and look great. It might feel uncomfortable initially, but it offers great benefits for your clients, their audience, and you.
We'll explore how to help them create a good recording space for success, whether it's an audio studio or a video set. Then we'll talk about the thing we ALL love to obsess over - the GEAR!
Of course, it doesn't stop there, because having a great studio with great gear won't get the results your clients are looking for if they don't use it right. Or if they let their guests set the standard for what should be considered "good."
Editors can assist by encouraging clients to speak up if guests aren't performing well or by stepping in for the host during live recordings.
Riverside.fm
This episode is sponsored by Riverside.fm, the leading tool for podcast and video recordings. Visit riverside.fm and use code Yetis to start recording studio quality sound and video and get 15% off a membership plan.
https://creators.riverside.fm/Yetis
Key Discussion Points
- The importance of a controlled space
- How to bring up the discussion of quality with clients
- What is more important than expensive cameras and mirophones
- Recognizing that sometimes clients have different expectations, and we can't always "fix" everything
Links And Resources
- Zoom PodTrak P4 Portable Multitrack Podcast Recorder
- Rode RCP2 RODECaster Pro II Integrated Audio Production Studio
- sE Electronics V7 Handheld Supercardioid Dynamic
- Sennheiser e 835 Cardioid Handheld Dynamic Microphone
- RODE PodMic USB and XLR Dynamic Broadcast Microphone
- Shure MV7+ Podcast XLR/USB Microphone
- Samson Q9U XLR/USB Dynamic Broadcast Microphone
- ATR2100x-USB
- Samson Q2U
- CapCut
- OpusClip
- Boomcaster
- Zoom
- Microsoft Teams
Join Us Live!
We stream live to our Facebook page and to YouTube every other week.
Our Editor
This episode of the Podcast Editors Mastermind was edited by Alejandro Ramirez. You can find him on LinkedIn if you're interested in talking with him about editing your show.
Be a Guest
If you're a podcast editor, we'd love to see if you'd be a fit for a future episode. Fill out this form to let us know you're interested, and we'll contact you to see if it's a good fit.
Your Yetis Are
- Daniel Abendroth | Roth Media
- Carrie Caulfield | Carrie.Land
- Bryan Entzminger | Top Tier Audio
- Jennifer Longworth | Bourbon Barrel Podcasting
This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:
OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
Carrie, Bryan, and Jennifer talk about succeeding in a competitive market. They discuss how to handle geeky clients and the use of AI in podcasting.
Episode Notes: https://podcasteditorsmastermind.com/episode/starting-over-from-square-two-as-a-proven-podcast-editor
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We're diving deep into the business side of podcast editing—the gritty, no-nonsense reality behind the glamorous facade. Carrie Caulfield is sharing advice on how to attract the perfect, slightly nerdy but passionate client who wants to learn about podcasting. She's no fairy godmother; think more hard work, less magic formula.
We remember what it was like starting between 2015-2017, share a few technical challenges we're psyched to have tackled, and chat about the struggles of staying on top of our games. Oh, and we can’t forget Daniel’s absence—he’s busy, but we miss him tons.
Stick around as we share some laughter, business insights, and heartfelt moments, all while being exceptionally thankful for you tuned-in masterminds. Ready to boost your podcasting prowess? Let’s get into it!
Riverside.fm
This episode is sponsored by Riverside.fm, the leading tool for podcast and video recordings. Visit riverside.fm and use code Yetis to start recording studio quality sound and video and get 15% off a membership plan.
https://creators.riverside.fm/Yetis
Key Discussion Points
- What led to Carrie's current situation
- How Carrie is approaching building her business up differently the second time
- A couple of ways that AI can help us serve our clients better
- Why it's important to really be focused on the fundamentals
- Will AI steal our jobs?
Links And Resources
Join Us Live!
We stream live to our Facebook page and to YouTube every other week.
Our Editor
This episode of the Podcast Editors Mastermind was edited by Alejandro Ramirez. You can find him on LinkedIn if you're interested in talking with him about editing your show.
NOTE: Don't blame Alejandro for the video version. Bryan is learning how to edit video and Alejandro has already given him some constructive feedback. Thanks, Alejandro!
Be a Guest
If you're a podcast editor, we'd love to see if you'd be a fit for a future episode. Fill out this form to let us know you're interested, and we'll contact you to see if it's a good fit.
Your Yetis Are
- Daniel Abendroth | Roth Media
- Carrie Caulfield | Carrie.Land
- Bryan Entzminger | Top Tier Audio
- Jennifer Longworth | Bourbon Barrel Podcasting
This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:
OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy