Zoom Audio Recording (‘Podcast’)

Introductions/overview:
The host(s) should introduce themselves / each other at the start of their recording and outline the topic of the recording. If the recording forms part of a series, this should be stated (for example: “This is the Consultant Conversations podcast, brought to you by the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh's Recently Appointed Consultants'  (RAC) Committee”).

Stable surface:
Check that devices are on a stable surface and avoid nudging this surface, which can disturb sound.

Present from one comfortable position:
Everyone should sit comfortably and aim to speak clearly in a measured manner throughout (leaning towards/away from the camera can disrupt the audio, if not using a headset).

Issues during the recording:
Explain to guests that if there are any issues (such as technical issues or if they need to pause the recording) it is best if they are silent for a few seconds before clearly stating "stop” – you as the recorder will Pause Recording :

Note:  Please avoid using Stop Recording until the very end of the recording (because this will generate multiple audio files).

Resume Recording when appropriate.

Their silence is noticeable on the audio trace which makes editing out the pause easier. However, please also take note of when the recording is paused if there are sections that should be removed during the edit.

Edits:
The Digital Education team (cme@rcpe.ac.uk) make edits. Examples include removing large pauses or raising the volume for a section if a speaker goes quiet, but for podcasts we also remove any 'dead space' including breaths and repetitions, to improve listener experience.

Mute phone:
Put phones onto silent / airplane mode to avoid a phone call disturbing the recording.

Before starting the recording, ask if the guest would like a glass of water, ask if they have any questions, and ensure they are happy to start.

Introduce the guest(s) at the start of their recording.