Applications are now open for this year’s Google Podcasts creator program. The program is designed to elevate underrepresented voices in podcasting by providing free training, equipment, and funding
The Google Podcasts creator program is a partnership between Google and PRX that trains, mentors, and provides resources to underrepresented voices in podcasting around the world.
Last year, we welcomed early-stage producers from Brazil, Chile, Colombia, India, Kenya, Lebanon, Spain, and the United States.
This year, the program will serve creators from around the globe who have produced at least five episodes of their podcast since January 2019, and who want to advance their skills and take their productions to the next level.
Free to participants, the 12-week training will be entirely virtual and conducted by PRX alongside international industry experts and Google Podcasts creator program alumni.
Participants will receive:
Regular feedback on all aspects of their production, including editorial and technical input
Training on topics such as storytelling, sound design, and reaching audiences through marketing and engagement strategies
Equipment and software to help meet independent production needs amid the challenging circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic
Up to $12,000 in funding for use as they see fit for their productions
Please note that you will only need to fill out the application one time to be considered for all three cohorts. If you applied to last year’s program, you will need to fill out the application again.
The application will allow you to specify which cohorts you are not able to attend if needed.
Cohort One September 21, 2020 through December 4, 2020
Cohort Two January 25, 2021 through April 16, 2021
