Podcast Engineering School – Full Online Program
$4,795.00
Learn to Engineer and Produce Podcasts at a Professional Level.
Deep audio training and mentorship with a world-class audio engineer and podcast producer, Chris Curran:
- 14+ hours Live online training
- 16+ hours Bonus video training
- 2 Mentoring Sessions with Chris Curran
- Major Discounts on Software and Plugins
- Lifetime Access to the PES closed community
- Certificate of Completion
*Next cohort starts June 4, 2024
Description
Online Training:
June 4, 2024 through July 16, 2024 — 7 classes (over 7 weeks) on Tuesday evenings from 7-9 PM Central Time. If you miss any Live classes you can easily watch the replays and ask questions, etc. Contact Us with any questions.
Program Includes:
- LIVE Interactive Online Training
- 7 classes of training, demonstrations and open Q&A with Chris Curran (14+ hours total)
- BONUS tutorial videos with Chris demonstrating actual mix sessions, editing, mastering, etc. (16+ hours total)
- Two Mentoring Sessions with Chris Curran
- One before the program and one after
- To make sure you learn exactly what you need to reach your career goals
- Guidance on your current equipment and upgrades
- Guidance on your business service offerings, marketing, securing clients.
- $1,000 value
- Major Discounts on Software and Plugins
- Get the best tools available and have an unfair advantage over almost all other podcast engineers
- $1,000 Value or more
- Lifetime Access to the closed community of PES students and alumni
- A Course Project encompassing all aspects of professional podcast production
- Certificate of Completion for your bio, CV, etc.
Students Will Learn Every Aspect of Podcast Production Including:
- Audio Fundamentals (Electricity, Digital I/O, Fletcher Munson Curve, Phase)
- Hardware (Computers, Audio interfaces, Microphones, Mixers, Outboard gear, Recorders, Tablets, Mobile rigs)
- Studio Configuration (Soundproofing, Hardware configurations)
- Software and Plugins (Multitrack DAWs, Stereo editors, plugins, audio restoration)
- Recording (Signal flow, Gain staging, Recording levels, multiple guests, Overdubbing, Pop filters, shock mounts, boom arms, Working the mic, Pre-recorded elements, on location)
- Connecting Guests (Internet connectivity, soundchecking, Guest audio quality, recording multitrack, multiple remote guests, In-studio Guests/Co-Hosts, fixing bad audio)
- Listening Exercises
- Mixing (Monitors, Checking mixes, EQ, Compression, Expansion/Gating, Specialty Plugins, Noise reduction, Mixing techniques, Leveling different elements, Fixing bad audio, Effects)
- Editing (Techniques, keyboard shortcuts, Naturalness)
- Mastering (Plugins, web services, Loudness standards, Stereo/Mono, Multi-band compression, Limiting)
- Publishing (Platforms to Publish to, Podcast Feeds, Podcast Directories)
- The Business Aspect (Getting clients, time management, pricing your services, profitability, marketing)
- and lots more
Your Lead Instructor
Chris Curran is an accomplished podcast engineer/producer (Forbes, Dun & Bradstreet, J&J, ePlus) as well as an accomplished music engineer with many album credits including Foreigner, Sarah McLachlan, Jeff Buckley, Biggie Smalls, MC Hammer, Naughty by Nature, Helmet, Monster Magnet, Quicksand and many others. See his full bio and credits here.
Graduates will have audio skills and knowledge that are FAR BEYOND anyone else’s in the industry and they will be totally equipped to:
- Produce podcasts at a professional level
- Start or grow a podcast production business
- Secure a job as a podcast engineer/producer
To Enroll:
Click “Add To Cart” above and complete the check out process.
After you complete your payment Chris will immediately be in touch to schedule your pre-course mentorship session and go over all the details of PES.
Contact Us with any questions.
.
Landen Hardy –
Podcast Engineering School is absolutely amazing! The amount of detail that Chris goes into will help you even if you already have experience with editing/ producing podcasts. The classes are live online so you can ask Chris questions, which is super helpful. Also being apart of the PES Slack group allows for even more learning and growth after the class! Definitely worth every penny spent.
Bryan Entzminger –
Worth every penny! Chris Curran really knows his stuff and lays it all on the table. When you’re done, you’ll have a solid foundation of knowledge to produce podcasts at a professional level.
There are no shortcuts to doing the work and gaining the experience. But Chris’s course is a fast track to bypass the trial-and-error process of getting it right the first time.
Highly recommended.
Jason Curtis –
This is the real deal. If you take any “how to” class, this is the one. You will learn more useful information here than anywhere. The program is laid out in easy to follow and an easy to learn process that tops any other…I know…I’ve done most of them.
Adam Morris –
I went from struggling, trying to figure out how to record and edit podcasts, to feeling comfortable understanding all components from the gear, recording, editing and producing a podcast. There is so much to working with audio, but this program gives builds a great framework to understand it. The class itself was first-rate, but the community is invaluable – it’s super supportive and I’ve been getting feedback and advice ever since I took the course. Definitely worth it!
Mike McAllen –
I have been podcasting for more than 10 years and this course was a game changer for me. If you want to understand audio for podcasting this is the program for you.
Barry Gary –
I was a little hesitant to sign up for Podcast Engineering School because I knew relatively very little about producing quality audio — or any audio, for that matter. What I soon realized, however, was that Chris approaches each class with incredible patience and has the ability to “talk audio” while at the same time ensuring that ALL of his students grasps the lessons and concepts. Now, as a graduate, I can’t even think about how big a mess I would have made of things if I had tried to produce a podcast on my own with just what I could pick up through Internet forums or YouTube videos. I’m still learning, but the school gave me a solid foundation where I’m now proud of the audio quality I produce. I completely endorse Podcast Engineering School for any podcaster, regardless of your current level of audio expertise.
Kyle –
Chris is a super fun guy and really helped me understand what audio is from a physics perspective and how audio waves get translated into digital. More importantly, he built on that knowledge to take it out of the abstract and teach me how it impacts a podcast engineer in the day to day. To top it off, the business and marketing advice and PES alumni community are priceless. Thanks Chris!
Adam Clark –
This is the most expensive course I’ve ever purchased, so I was hesitant at first. But I would do it again in a heartbeat. I got far more value out of the course than I paid for…
First of all, it’s not your typical online course in that it’s not self-guided. You actually meet live on Zoom once a week with Chris and your classmates. Everything is recorded so you can go back and further your learning. But the atmosphere and live nature of the class was a massive benefit I wasn’t expecting. If, like me, you’ve purchased and barely started a dozen other online courses, just know this isn’t that. It’s something completely different and 100% worth the investment.
Regarding the content and the topics covered, Chris says his goal is to produce the best podcast engineers in the world — and that’s not an exaggeration. I can honestly say that after going through this course, you will be in the top 1% of podcast engineers.
Since finishing the course, I’ve gone on to collaborate with fellow classmates and made some great friends. And Chris makes himself extremely available throughout the course and after it’s finished.
It’s impossible to get across just how valuable this course is from a review like this, but I have no doubt that if you decide to join, you will not regret it!
Dave Visaya –
Podcast Engineering School is a great way to learn not just about podcast production but about audio in general! Chris’ expertise about the topic is more than enough to equip you with the basics and even advance areas of audio engineering. What I loved about it is I’ve applied the learnings and updated my plugin workflow after taking the classes — I really felt the quality improved a lot!
As a podcast producer/editor for a couple of years prior to taking the class, I always felt I need some sort of formal class or certificate. Taking this class gave me that shift of mindset and I’m more confident to take on more work. So, thanks Chris and really awesome job with this! Also, thanks for the shirt and book! 😉
Ed Sullivan –
I had been working on podcasts for about a year when I came across The Podcast Engineering Show. After listening to every episode, I knew I had to attend Podcast Engineering School. It was the single most useful class I have ever taken.
I was able to immediately apply what I was learning to my daily workflow. The classes were fun and engaging, so I always looked forward to the next one. Chris remains engaged with the graduates through a Slack workspace specifically for students and graduates of Podcast Engineering School. He’s generous with his time, answering questions that come up after graduation. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Podcast Engineering School to anyone who wants to take their audio productions skills to the next level.
Craig Wealand –
Chris knows his stuff. He’s been in the audio production industry for many years and his course reflects his experience.
I loved his course and drank in every second. But be prepared to work! Chris gives you all the tools, it’s up to you to do the homework in order to take your production skills to the next level. Chris lives, eats and breaths audio production. It’s his passion, and it shows in his course.
Scott A Bradley –
I had been podcasting for three years and it took less than two classes for me to learn how I had been missing possibilities to increase the quality of my audio and how easy it can be to improve it. I learned something as simple as the best order to use mixing tools to get the best results and a better understanding of how those tools can be used effectively. The best thing is that now that I’m armed with a better understanding and training my ear, I gained confidence about the sound I record. That is the gift that keeps giving!
Tatiana Irvine –
I was a seasoned sound editor/producer when I joined Podcast Engineering School. Problem was, I had very little experience mixing and mastering, as I had been working in arenas where those aspects were always handled by other team members.
Once I decided to get into podcasting as a freelance editor, I immediately saw that as podcast editors we truly need to be podcast engineers, capable of handling all aspects of post-production. Thank goodness I found Podcast Engineering School!
PES helped me gain a strong foundation in the areas where I did not previously have a lot of experience and the inside scoop on many audio engineering challenges and solutions specific to podcasting. Probably the best practical outcome of the class was getting clarity about my best options for software/plug-ins and the confidence to dive in and start using them.
I looked forward to class every week and miss it now that it’s over. A super fun and genuine guy, Chris delivers his immense knowledge and experience with true passion. You can feel how sincerely he is invested in the school and his students.
I can’t recommend PES more highly. Super empowering!
Carol Lynn Rivera –
I’m not “the sound person” when it comes to podcasting so I took this course for some intro knowledge that would help me better understand the audio side of things. First of all, I walked away with a whole lot more than “intro knowledge.” The depth and detail that Chris covers is amazing – a really thorough education! Secondly, he does it in a fun and engaging way. That was important for me – I didn’t want to be bored by gain and LUFS and other geekery. But Chris is passionate about what he does and it shows in his instruction. His assignments were fun and really got me thinking about (and understanding) audio in in a completely new way. I would recommend this course for anyone who wants to truly understand audio, not just know which buttons to push. Chris personalizes his instruction and is available before, during and long after the course ends to guide you on your audio journey. The course is informational, fun and yes, work! Don’t expect to sit there and be endlessly lectured. Expect to get your hands dirty and really participate. And when you’re done, expect to have a solid foundation for audio engineering that will help you know HOW to produce better audio and understand WHY it’s working that way.
Rosanna Catalano –
This course is fantastic and Chris is very thorough. You will learn little tricks to make your audio “pop” out of the speakers with clarity and crispness. When you purchase this course, you purchase more than just course materials and time with Chris, you purchase entry into a network of podcast professionals. The Podcast Engineering School alumni are supportive and knowledgable. I feel confident that I can overcome any future bump I encounter while editing with the support of this knowledgeable group and with Chris’ expertise. The homework assignments are relevant and reinforce the material you learn in class. The course will take work and focus on your part. DO IT!
Michael Jerry –
I decided to start my own podcast with no knowledge or prior experience in podcasting, production or post production (yes, I’m a genius). However the “genius” didn’t kick in until I decided to enroll in Podcast Engineering School. The course, the mentorship, access to previous alumni and discounts on High End products that you actually can use are well worth the money. This is an investment towards your future that pays dividends NOW, not just a year or two down the road after graduation. Chris doesn’t push products on you or steer you in the direction of some paid service where he gets money on the back end. He provides a sterile environment for learning and connecting with others. As mentioned earlier the P.E.S. alumni are AWESOME and generous with support from day one. You can get help on just about any topic from experienced podcasters and podcast engineers those who are actually doing it, not just giving opinions. I’m much more confident in my abilities now and more importantly I understand the “why” and “how” of audio editing, frequencies and mixing. You can’t get that from watching YouTube videos. The course is just the right length of time per class and the number of session and packed with information. I didn’t realize how much I missed until I watched the replays. So, don’t just do yourself a favor, do us ALL a favor and enroll in Podcast Engineering School, because if your podcast audio is “terrible”, we will NOT be listening to it! 😀
Tim Hanson –
Honestly, hands down the best podcasting decision I have made. I’ve got over 1oo episodes under the belt of my podcast and I thought it sounded good, but now it sounds great! You will learn a lot from this course, it is something you will have to go back and watch the classes over, because there is so much information to absorb. Chris is an excellent teacher and mentor. If you are serious about podcasting and being a Professional Podcasting Engineer, this is the course for you.
Chad Robson –
This course and the community that comes along with his has provided a massive benefit to my podcast production business. Chris’s knowledge is unparalleled and his teaching style made the classes fun! Equally beneficial has been the community engagement and monthly Q & A calls – Chris and other members of the PES community are always eager to work through problems together, brainstorm ideas, or just nerd out on tech things. This is definitely one of the best decisions that I have made for my business!
Jesse McCune (verified owner) –
This is a full fledged podcast audio course for all skill ranges. It will teach you everything needed to be able to record and edit podcasts for yourself or as a professional editor. The course hits on sound, room setup, equipment selection and setup, recording, mixing and mastering. Podcast Engineering School is the only course I found that goes into this much detail and is well worth the cost.In addition to the knowledge you walk with, Chris has a great Slack community for graduates where you can go to get help and advice or just talk about your journey as a podcast engineer. Even with 20 years experience with audio production, I learned a lot and this course allowed me to take the next step in my podcast editing and engineering career.
Dean Giles –
Chris not only took the time to teach how to do the work, but was also very encouraging and patient. His insight and expertise made the entire learning experience very positive.
Steve Stewart –
The weakest link in my post-production chain was audio-engineering, so I finally decided to take Chris’s class.
However, what I gained was more than just EQing skills.
Chris taught us what sound WAS, and what it does, and how it behaves, and what we can do about it. He also likes to talk about the Fletcher Munson Curve, but gets really excited when his students graduate.
What can I say? I’m a Chris Curran fan and recommend his class. Go for it!
Stacy Raine –
Chris is incredibly knowledgeable and extraordinarily generous with his time and talents. He’s also built a robust community of podcast engineers that willingly share their extensive knowledge as well. I learned so much from Chris, and continue learning thanks to the great alumni community.