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A beginner’s guide to spatial audio in 360-degree video
A team at NPR is experimenting with immersive video and audio and has tips on recording, editing, building a rig and more.
The journey from print to radio storytelling: A guide for navigating a new landscape
Print and audio journalism exist in the same world — but the terrain is different. Let this serve as your map.
How NPR’s David Greene learned a new ‘art form’ in radio
The Morning Edition host came to NPR from newspapers. His advice on audio: Forget everything you know. But don’t!
The art and skill of working with sources
Sourcing the news is getting harder all the time. For three seasoned NPR reporters, it involves careful vetting, delicate negotiations and, every now and then, cigars.
Aerobics for your voice: 3 tips for sounding better on air
To build a strong vocal presence for audio storytelling, you should practice a daily warm-up routine that involves body, breath and voice.
6 tips for catching your writing mistakes (and protecting your credibility)
No one is available to read behind you and it’s nearly time to hit “publish.” What do you do? Call on the copy editor within.
The ear training guide for audio producers
This post will help you identify problematic audio, prevent the most common problems and recognize when it’s time to call for help.