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Jason Wallestad

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  • J-Cuts and L-Cuts

    Most videos put together by beginners use lots of hard cuts — cuts that abruptly jump from scene to scene without any transitions. While there’s nothing wrong with using these, it’s worth learning ...

  • Planning Your Podcast

    Necessitating only a recording device, some form of editing software, and something to say, not only are podcasts easy to create — they’re also incredibly accessible.  Although it’s not necessarily...

  • Podcasting Equipment

    If you’re new to the podcasting game, you’re probably wondering “What equipment do I need to start a podcast?” Trying to shop online can not only turn up an overwhelming number of search results, b...

  • Setting Up a Recording Space

    The space you record in is one of the most crucial elements in capturing high-quality audio content. If you have excessive “reverb” coming through in your podcast, it can sound unprofessional and b...

  • Telling Stories With Sound

    In podcasting, because there is no visual component, sound is all you have to convey the facts and emotion of your story to your listeners. While there are traditionally four types of sounds that p...

  • Creating a Podcast Script

    Whether you’re just launching your first podcast or you’re an experienced podcast host, almost everyone can benefit from creating some type of podcast script beforehand. Although the word “script” ...

  • Vocal Tips for Podcasters

    While beginner podcasters tend to pay more attention to equipment and editing software, your voice is arguably the most important tool in producing a podcast. Because it’s your most valuable podcas...

  • Finding Podsafe Music and Sound Effects

    Adding music and sound effects to your podcasts are simple, yet effective ways to create more engaging episodes for your listeners. Using these elements can contribute to your podcast’s overall ton...

  • Editing With Adobe Audition

    Adobe Audition is a popular audio editing program among student journalists given its potential to edit, mix, record, and restore audio. If you have never worked in Audition before, it can also be ...

  • Editing With Audacity

    Audacity is a free, multi-track audio editor and recorder that works with Windows, Macs, and other operating systems. While it may not have all the bells and whistles that some other programs do, i...