Before my internship began, I expected to focus solely on producing podcasts for the foundation. And while Podcasting remains the core of my work, I quickly discovered how many elements, from research and scripting to lighting, filming, and post-production, must come together to create a successful episode. I’m currently learning about lighting and honing my video editing skills in addition to podcast workflows because our team decided to include a video component in our projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
First Impressions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The office reminds me more of a collaborative workplace than a corporate space. There are only a few interns, so it\u2019s quiet enough to focus but casual enough to brainstorm out loud. Basically a comfortable studio that makes it easier to focus and test ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Visiting the podcast studio<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n We took a tour of SWELL Podcast Studio early in the week. In terms of the look and feel we were\u00a0 pursuing, this location needed a lot of work, but technically it was fine. When we saw Hi Hello Recording Studio two days later, we were immediately struck by its vibrant LEDs, pre-wired cameras and mixers, and ample space for filming video segments without having to move furniture. We intend to get this studio’s three-month block.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Work done<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n At the beginning of our internship experience we were given the task of making a podcasting plan for the next year. Over the week I dove into audience research, acquiring data on youth\u2019s generation podcast habits, drafted three versions of budget that lists everything from specific microphones to Adobe\/Logic Pro subscriptions needed, sketched a three-month content calendar featuring weekly Phoenix Youthcast episodes, bi-weekly interviews, and a steady stream of 30-second \u201cPhoenix Shorts\u201d for TikTok and Reels, outlined a draft for a promotion video for the June 17 Daryl Davis event – and finally wrapped all of that into a presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reflection<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n It surprised me how quickly the duties expanded from “podcasting intern” to “multimedia producer,” but I think this is what makes the internship worthwhile and will provide me with much-needed experience. It was fast-paced, but that variety is certainly what makes the internship already feel valuable: each new assignment gives me a tangible skill I can develop, and the momentum keeps me engaged. Before my internship began, I expected to focus solely on producing podcasts for the foundation. And while Podcasting remains the core of my work, I quickly discovered how many elements, from research and scripting to lighting, filming, and post-production, must come together to create a successful episode. I’m currently learning about lighting and honing my … Continue reading Phoenix Generation Internship Week 1<\/span>
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