Story + Craft: An Evening For Audio Storytellers (Free Event)

Story + Craft: An Evening for Audio Storytellers (FREE event) North Figueroa Studios / Western Sound, Highland Park, LA Join us for Story + Craft, a gathering for those who shape stories through sound. Whether you’re a podcaster, sound designer, documentary-maker or narrative audio storyteller, this evening is about connecting with other makers, low key learning from each other, exchanging ideas, and recounting recent experiences. Expect casual networking, beer / wine / light refreshments, a peek inside Western Sound and the North Figueroa Studios, and a few surprises along the way (maybe even a very special guest or two). ABOUT OUR SPONSORS The Stony Brook University Podcast Incubator is a dual-semester program led by industry veterans with podcast experience dating back to 2004. Offering advanced, hands-on training, the Incubator covers storytelling, scripting, audio editing, sound design, marketing, and distribution. Annual cohorts develop their podcasts from concept to launch through workshops, targeted assignments, and mentorship from a wide range of guests. Alumni have found success with projects like All-American Ruins, earning award nominations, and have joined major podcasting networks such as iHeartRadio, NPR, and AIR Media. Learn more about the program here. North Figueroa Studios is your new home for top-of-the-line podcast recording (audio+video) in Highland Park / Northeast Los Angeles. Built by the award-winning podcast company Western Sound, our studios are now open to the public for all types of vocal recording — chat shows, voice over work, interviews, music and more. And don't forget to ask about our discounts for indys and nonproftis. We're your new homebase for making podcast and audio dreams come true. More info on the website or email: [hidden] Creative: The Language Agency offers award-winning podcast capabilities and expertise in new media, multimedia and non-linear storytelling. They also offer strategic content, writing, and impactful narrative across various media and industries. Services include: web copy, marketing materials, brand messaging, creative direction, and content creation such as emails, blogs, videos, FAQs, white papers, chatbots, style guides, and AI prompts. Contact Chris at: [hidden]. LA Radio Club is a fiscally-sponsored project providing professional development to emerging journalists in Southern California. LA Radio Club connects local journalists to the resources they need to succeed. They offer a variety of free programs, including a speaker series, skill-based workshops and a mentorship program. Through their Reporting Incubator, they support early-career reporters to produce hyperlocal stories. The pieces are distributed on their podcast, LA Radio Club Presents, and in collaboration with local outlets like KCRW, KCHUNG and LA Public press. As of 2024, LARC has fiscal sponsorship through Independent Arts & Media (IAM), which allows us to receive government grants and tax-deductible donations. To make a contribution to LA Radio Club, you can visit their Donation Portal. More Info below.