- International Fees
International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course details
Podcasts are ubiquitous nowadays, being created for brand marketing and awareness, education and entertainment purposes. This course will cover content preparation, storytelling, interviewing, writing, audio-editing, marketing and basic graphic design for promotional purposes. You’ll also learn about equipment, apps and software available to facilitate podcast-making. All you need is a smartphone to get started. Much of what we'll cover is also applicable to people pursuing broadcast careers.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$662.43
Course offerings
Spring/Summer 2024
Below is one offering of BCST 3259 for the Spring/Summer 2024 term.
CRN 67415
Duration
Thu Apr 04 - Thu Jul 04 (14 weeks)
- 14 weeks
- CRN 67415
- Domestic fees $662.43International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 04 - Jul 04 | Thu | 18:00 - 21:15 | Online |
Instructor
Karen Tankard
Course outline
Domestic fees
$662.43
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
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This course will be delivered synchronously ONLINE, requiring your attendance and participation in scheduled online lectures on the days and times noted on the course web page. You will be expected to attend online class meeting times as this is not a self-paced course. If seats remain, registration is permitted without approval up to April 17, 2024, by calling 604-434-1610.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Conceive of and design an audio podcast.
- Identify technical requirements, equipment and software applications necessary for podcast creation.
- Create conversational written material for podcast audiences (writing for the ear).
- Create effective lines of interview questioning.
- Conduct guest interviews with confidence.
- Organize information in a logical fashion for presentation.
- Construct a simple, free website for podcast marketing.
- Identify ways to promote a podcast using social media channels.
- Create engaging marketing copy for promotion on digital channels.
- Create digital marketing graphics, such as a logo and shareables.
- Demonstrate the basics of audio recording and digital audio-editing.
- Apply performance/announcing techniques for hosting a podcast.
Effective as of Winter 2021
Related Programs
Podcasting (BCST 3259) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Business + Media
- Broadcast and Digital Journalism
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Music Business
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Radio Arts and Entertainment
Associate Certificate Part-time
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