our services
At studio 1878, we offer full-service content strategy, audio production and distribution expertise to bring your vision to life. We’ll collaborate with you to craft storytelling that aligns with your brand and resonates with your audience, design sound to inspire, and work with you to distribute your story across all platforms and social channels.
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storytelling
Compelling storytelling is the cornerstone of a successful podcast. Podcasting can be a successful extension of your marketing mix if you craft narratives that authentically represent your company or idea, to truly connect with audiences.
production
Our production services ensure your podcast sounds exceptional. We use in-studio or remote recording paired with expert editing, sound design and sfx. The result is high-quality and immersive audio.
distribution
To reach its full potential, your audio must find its audience where they’re at. That’s about the right distribution and marketing strategies, on social, paid and earned media, and the right format to reach all relevant platforms.
we produce all podcast formats
topical, interview, and discussion
Topical and interview podcasts dive deep into industry-specific insights, featuring expert guests and dynamic discussions. Ideal for brands looking to lead conversations in their field, these formats engage listeners with thought-provoking perspectives and real-world expertise.
narrative storytelling
Storytelling podcasts captivate audiences with an immersive narrative that brings your brand’s story to life. Perfect for building connection and emotional impact, these formats combine compelling storytelling with sound design for a memorable experience.
educational and how-tos
Podcast are the new webinars. Educational podcasts empower audiences with actionable insights and guidance on topics that matter most to them. Whether focused on industry knowledge, skill-building, or practical advice, position your brand as a trusted resource, helping listeners learn, grow, and stay informed.
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internal / employee podcasts
Internal podcasts offer an innovative way to enhance team communication, foster company culture, and keep employees engaged. Designed for training, updates, or leadership insights, private podcasts provide accessible, on-demand content that aligns teams and builds stronger connections.
video podcasts
Video can attract a different crowd to your brand, either as a full podcast uploaded to platforms such as Youtube or clips to be shared across social channels. Whether recording in-person or remotely, we can help produce compelling thought leadership, product demos, or interviews with industry experts.
niche podcasts
We love working with niche creators and smaller companies on all sorts of ideas. Let us brainstorm with you to understand your goals, audiences and story. We can help from initial thoughts all the way through to production and distribution.
faq
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What types of podcasts do you produce?
We specialize in creating podcasts for businesses across multiple formats, including interview, educational, storytelling, expert discussions, and branded narrative podcasts. Each format is carefully crafted to match brand objectives, whether the aim is to establish thought leadership, drive audience engagement, or dive deeply into industry-specific insights.Do you offer end-to-end podcast production?
Yes, we provide comprehensive, end-to-end podcast production services. From concept development and strategic planning to recording, editing, distribution, and audience growth, we ensure every aspect of your podcast is handled with care. Our goal is to deliver a seamless experience so you can focus on your brand’s voice and message.What additional services do you provide to enhance the podcast experience?
Beyond the spoken voice, we’ll use library or custom music, sound design and sfx, narration, transcription, and content repurposing for social media. We’ll help you with analytics and audience engagement tools, provide data-driven insights to refine and optimize your strategy.Do you provide data and analytics reports?
Absolutely. We offer in-depth reports that include listener demographics, episode audience rates, engagement levels on third party platforms, and performance benchmarks. We’ll help you understand what resonates with your audience and where there’s room for growth, making it easier to track and optimize ROI.What if we already have a podcast? Can you take over production?
If you have an existing podcast, we can take over recording, production and distribution. We’ll work with you to identify areas for improvement—such as audio quality, branding consistency, guest booking, and promotional strategies—to elevate the podcast’s impact and align it more closely with your business goals. -
How do you handle audio editing and quality control?
We use a a variety of software to record, edit and condition audio to meet broadcast-quality standards. Each episode undergoes a multi-step quality control process. Our goal is to provide listeners with an exceptional experience that reflects your brand’s standards.Can you add custom sound design elements to our episodes?
Yes! Our team can incorporate custom sound elements, music, and intro/outro segments to enhance the listening experience and reinforce brand identity. Sound design can add a layer of immersion that keeps listeners engaged and sets your podcast apart.How long does it take to launch a new podcast?
Well, it depends. We can record and edit a simple discussion in a day, but prefer to work with you from concept to launch. In that case expect a 4–6 week timeline, depending on your specific requirements and schedule. This covers initial strategy, branding, guest booking, recording, editing, and distribution setup. We’ll collaborate closely with you to ensure the podcast is ready for launch within the planned timeframe.Do you support video podcast production?
Yes, we can offer video podcasting options. For remote recording, we always record video and depending on your needs can produce a full video podcast and/or clips. For in-person or live video podcasts, we’ll help you create the production experience, including multi-camera setups, editing, and visual branding to create a immersive experience. -
What’s your process for guest booking and management?
Our team can manage the entire guest booking process, if relevant, from identifying potential guests to coordinating scheduling, briefing, and follow-up. We select industry experts and influencers who align with your target audience and objectives.Can you help us with pre-interview preparation for guests?
We handle all pre-interview preparations, including guest briefings, question outlines, and background research. This ensures that guests are well-prepared and that interviews flow smoothly, resulting in high-quality, engaging conversations that resonate with listeners. -
Do you offer podcast hosting, or do we need to manage that ourselves?
We are not yet a full tech company, but will manage end-to-end hosting services, ensuring your episodes are distributed across all major platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. We also manage metadata, SEO, and regular updates, so you can focus on creating great content without the technical hassle.How does your analytics platform work?
We work with a range of analytics providers to offer deep insights into listener behavior and engagement. Beyond basic metrics, we track granular data such as listener retention, skip points, replays, and geographic and demographic information. We’ll track sentiment analysis, capturing feedback and reaction from listener reviews and social media mentions to help you understand audience sentiment around your content.Can you track conversions and ROI?
Absolutely. We’ll work with you to go beyond engagement metrics, tracking conversions and specific actions taken by listeners, such as website visits or lead sign-ups.How do you approach podcast SEO for discoverability?
We use a multi-faceted approach to podcast SEO, optimizing titles, descriptions, and episode metadata with relevant keywords to improve search rankings on podcast platforms and Google. We’ll analyze trending keywords, helping craft content that attracts organic search traffic. We also provide transcriptions and show notes, which can be leveraged to enhance SEO further, making it easier for potential listeners to find your content.What content repurposing technology do you offer?
We use AI-driven content repurposing tools to generate show notes, blog posts, and social media snippets from each episode, optimized for engagement. The goal is to expand your podcast's reach across multiple channels.How do you handle listener feedback and interaction?
We provide tools for gathering real-time listener feedback, including interactive features like in-episode polls, Q&A segments, and listener sentiment tracking. This feedback allows for responsive content changes and a more engaging listener experience.How can I use data insights to improve future episodes?
Data insights highlight which topics, formats, and guest types drive the most engagement, helping you tailor future episodes based on listener preferences. -
How do you help measure the ROI of our podcast?
We use sophisticated analytics tools to track key performance indicators such as downloads, engagement time, demographic data, and conversion points. Our proprietary insights include behavioral analysis (like where listeners are most engaged), helping you tie podcast performance to business outcomes. Our data allows you to adjust content strategies and maximize the ROI of your podcast.Can we track listener feedback in real-time?
Yes! Through our engagement tools, you can gather real-time listener feedback with in-episode polls, Q&A, and sentiment tracking. This immediate feedback loop provides insights into listener interests and engagement, allowing for real-time adjustments and fostering a more interactive experience for your audience.How do you promote our podcast to ensure it reaches the right audience?
We develop a multi-channel marketing plan tailored to your target audience, including SEO optimization, paid ads, and organic social media promotion. Our team also handles distribution to podcast directories and streaming platforms, ensuring your content reaches the widest possible audience. Additionally, we work with your brand’s marketing team to align podcast promotion with broader marketing campaigns for greater impact.What audience insights do you provide?
Our data-driven approach includes insights into audience demographics, listening behavior, and sentiment. We analyze which topics and formats drive the most engagement and provide recommendations to continually optimize content. By understanding your audience’s preferences, you can tailor future episodes to increase relevance and engagement. -
Can you help us repurpose podcast content for other platforms?
Absolutely. We offer a full content repurposing service, transforming your podcast episodes into various formats for maximum reach. This includes blog posts, social media snippets, email newsletters, and video clips. We use AI-driven tools also optimize these assets with SEO and engagement strategies to attract the right audience across multiple platforms.How do you ensure brand consistency across episodes?
We’ll align with your brand guidelines, tone, and messaging. Our production team follows these guidelines to ensure a cohesive brand voice.Do you handle visual branding and episode artwork?
Yes, we offer design services for custom episode artwork, promotional graphics, and social media visuals that reflect your brand’s aesthetic. -
We offer two pricing models:
Flat-rate pricing on edit-only services. Whatever you need for a flat-rate every month.
An hourly rate on end-to-end and bespoke services, based on an agreed SoW