Sound design

Here's why you need to be careful where you find podcast music — and 12 places to find usable audio.

Leveling tells you what the machines are hearing — and lets you know that you’ll have enough information to work with when you get to post-production. Here’s everything you need to know about leveling for video.

Want to mix podcast audio? Record, compress, and EQ for a polished podcast mix. Remove background noise for a studio-worthy show, all in one guide today.

Aim for a -16 LUFS podcast loudness standard and a -1 dB peak to avoid distortion, keep your podcast volume consistent, and your listeners comfortable.

Giving your audience an outro that leaves them feeling satisfied is the least you can do, and worth some extra effort.

Here’s a primer on background music, plus some guidance on how to find it, and how to drop it into your videos.