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Course Brief Description:
Producers have a strong intuition that allows them to uncover hidden stories and present them in a cohesive, professional, and engaging way. This means producers are always "on" in their daily lives—at family gatherings, waiting at traffic lights, chatting with the car service driver, or navigating heated debates at social events. Production isn’t just a job; it’s a lifestyle and a mindset.
In this comprehensive course, participants will gain the essential skills and foundational knowledge needed to create a complete, professional podcast episode. The curriculum covers every stage of the process: identifying and refining ideas into compelling episode topics, conducting field research, persuading story owners to participate, and building trust to make them feel comfortable and open during interviews. It also includes asking the right questions, using storytelling techniques tailored to each narrative, and upholding ethical standards and professional integrity. The course empowers participants to produce a polished, impactful podcast episode that addresses all professional aspects with skill and mastery. It encourages bold perspectives and drives positive change that benefits humanity.
This dynamic and detailed course is perfect for current podcast producers or aspiring individuals looking to enter the field with confidence and determination.
Course Objectives:
- Learn to live a creative life by developing observational skills and data gathering practices that support production, from idea generation and field research to final execution.
- Strengthen fieldwork abilities by building trust and rapport with storytellers and conducting diverse interviews professionally.
- Master storytelling techniques to create impactful and distinctive podcast episodes.
- Navigate professional ethics in production, balancing creativity with responsibility.
Course outcomes:
- Produce a complete, professional podcast episode that participants can proudly showcase on the final day.
- Receive a comprehensive training guide to support and guide future projects.
Recommended for:
Current podcast producers or individuals aspiring to enter the field.
Facilitator
Rawan Alfuraih
A researcher in the field of social anthropology, interested in creating content and storytelling. She holds two master’s degrees in social anthropology and information systems and has published a number of research and scientific papers in the field of anthropology. She has worked with Thamanyah Co. on the production of a range of investigative docuseries and podcasts, and her Malcolm X documentary was screened in cinema houses. She has also worked on several miscellaneous cultural projects, research, and projects in the non-profit sector throughout her career.
