Take your idea for a podcast series from your head to the page. Learn how to plan, prioritize and select elements that will create a compelling podcast, and then script it professionally so that it's ready to record, edit and upload for the world to hear.
You'll be shown essential elements that take writing from good to great, as well as things you can do to make it addictive and totally binge-worthy.
This course is taught by writer Zara Hannaford, whose True crime podcast series "Fool Me Twice" surpassed 160K downloads in 6 months, and was nominated for a Webby award for best writing.
This course will cover:
- What you need to know about narrative and storyline to create a compelling series, season or episode.
- A variety of tips to ensure your writing is engaging and readable.
- A step-by-step guide to defining and fleshing out your idea so that it suddenly becomes far easier to script.
- How to incorporate tension, timing and feeling into what you're writing.
- How to make a podcast series worthy of listening to in one sitting.
This course includes:
- Video lessons, complete with written transcripts of what was said.
- Worksheets to complete which will develop your skills as a writer.
- A reliable framework for embarking on any writing endeavor.
It's time to let your idea take shape.
Join me on this course that will change your approach to writing!
Course Curriculum
Hi, I’m Zara Hannaford.
I'm here to share the tools and skills I needed to write a Webby award-nominated podcast that surpassed 160K downloads in 6 months.
I've been writing and editing for years, and while I do have a Masters degree in writing, there are plenty of things to know about writing a killer podcast that I found out by trial and a lot of error!
I'm in love with the podcast form, and I'm passionate about getting more people to take action on their big ideas to bring podcasts to life!
Hone your idea.
This course will help you whittle your idea down to the bare bones, and then build it back up again with a solid grasp of your intentions.
Properly plan and structure it.
Every well written script starts with a plan. Learn how to segment, prioritise and make use of storytelling strategies to make this a compelling production.
Write it, but write it WELL.
Make your podcast stand out from a crowd of other, less well-written ones. Find out about the ways you can ensure your script is airtight, readable, and most of all, binge-worthy.