Text and video by Ellie Parcells, Education Resource Center and Student Multimedia Design Center
If you’re interested in making a podcast but are feeling overwhelmed with questions like “what audio software should I use?” and “how do I edit my recordings to make a well-polished finished product,” don’t worry. The Student Multimedia Design Center (SMDC) is here to help.
The SMDC offers professional microphones available for loan, quiet recording studios and a wide range of audio editing software to suit any skill level. One such program is Audacity, a multifaceted and easy-to-use audio editing program.
In the video below, the last in a two-part installment, you will learn how to improve the quality and clarity of your voice recordings through post-processing filters and effects, including noise reduction, compression and equalization of your voice audio.