Although you may not need to be an audio engineer to produce a podcast, the goal is to choose podcast equipment that will help to make your show sound professional. Don't be the Blair Witch Project of podcasts – you want to ensure that your listeners can hear you clearly and that your show is high-quality so you can deliver your message.

Starting a podcast is a heavy lift and not a small time or financial investment. But if done properly, it can yield great returns. For companies looking to build out their own series, a quality production company is a key factor in success. They can act as a partner throughout your podcast journey to set you up for success as well as provide audio expertise as your show grows.

But it's hard to figure out what you should look for when choosing a podcast production company. A lot goes into producing a quality podcast – everything from strategy, scripting, equipment, recording, editing, podcast publishing, and marketing to analysis. So, in this blog, we break down what to look for in a perfect match.

Keep reading for our top 10 do's and don'ts to look for when selecting a podcast production company!

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Apple Podcast (formerly iTunes) is an extremely important place for your podcast to be available to potential listeners because of the sheer number of people who use the native Apple app to discover and listen to content. The bottom line is if you want your podcast to reach more listeners and grow quickly, then you need to ensure you upload your episodes on Apple Podcast.‍

Once you've recorded your podcast, the next step is to use an audio editor to remove unnecessary content and fix poor sound quality. You may also want to have creative elements such as music beds, transitions, intros/outros, etc. All of the audio editors in this list are perfect for just that.

As the world has become working remote and hanging out with friends virtually, we've also had to learn how to record a podcast remotely. This article breaks down how to make your remote podcast sound top-notch.

The success of your podcast depends on the quality of content and audio. Audio engineering can ensure that your audience always listens to high-quality audio.

Why should your brand should be placing emphasis on podcast audio quality in 2020?

As podcasters continue to master the art of remote recording, Quill decided to share our top 14 remote recording softwares that we recommend to audio lovers across all levels of expertise.

Podcast production can be a daunting and confusing process. After years of working in production, the Quill team put together a list of 10 expert podcast production tips to help you along your journey.

So you've decided it's time for your company to start a branded podcast. Now that you've taken that first step, it's time to decide if your podcast will be produced in-house, or by an outside agency.
Below we break down each aspect of the process so that you can make the best decision for your podcast and brand.

What does a production agency do for podcasts? In this article the Quill team breaks down what podcast production companies can assist brands.

There are a variety of podcast formats that you can test out for your series, we broke down eight of the most popular formats.

Your podcast intro and outro are the first and last things that your listeners will hear, you want to make sure it makes them stay.

We've compiled 11 of the most popular podcast hosting platforms to help you choose the best fit for you and your podcast.

There are a lot of podcasts that exist -- over 1.7 million, to be exact. This means that there are a large variety of options for listeners when it comes to choosing a series. We want to help you make your series the go-to.

This comes down to creating a great experience for your podcast listener. But what does that mean? There's a lot of buzz about creating an amazing user experience when it comes to websites. For podcasts, it's pretty much the same thing but for listeners. When a listener presses play on your series, you want to be able to give them the best audio experience possible on and off the listening platform.

Many industries have adapted to a remote lifestyle, including podcasting. But creating a space for you to record that doesn't only sound good but also makes you feel good is key. Discover how to create podcast studio that suits your needs.

As podcasters continue to master the art of remote recording, Quill decided to share our top 14 remote recording softwares that we recommend to audio lovers across all levels of expertise.

Recording a podcast is no easy task. Knowing how to record a podcast correctly takes practice, research, and time. Quill has released this guide on how to record a podcast, explained by audio experts.

Planning your podcast content in advance is the key to a polished show, so that's why we always encourage writing a podcast script before you hit record.

With the growing popularity of podcasts, more and more companies are starting to invest in audio. Corporations realize that podcasts are an important tactic when it comes to their company's marketing strategy,thought leadership, and brand intimacy. However, it can feel daunting to launch a show when you may not have the technical skills nor time to support such an undertaking. But the good news is that starting a podcast can be really simple (with the right help).