Generic Station Taglines Drive Me Nuts

Generic Taglines in Radio have been used since the beginning of time, we all know them and hear them in every market, every single day. In recent weeks, I have been listening to stations from across the globe to get a better understanding of how they are presenting their messaging. A lot of these terms have been used since the 1970s and haven’t changed since.

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Free Sound Design

My interest in Sound Design began years before I started in Radio – I used to search for videos on YouTube of Movie Sound Design and then discovered foley – it blew my mind. In my teens, I began creating mock Imaging pieces to send to Radio Stations as “demos”. While, they are horrific to listen to now – I …

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Audio Content Promos - October 2020

Audio Content Promos – October 2020

I’ve been known to mention “content pieces” quite regularly on my blog and it’s quite evident in my audio branding work with SiriusXM. Timely and topical Audio Branding really should be the bread and butter of all entertainment brands across the world – as it’s fresh, different and will often resonate with the listener more as they are current and …

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When artists share your work

When I create audio branding for SiriusXM, a lot of the content I am creating is for special once-off or weekly Radio Shows. SiriusXM has a huge network of artist-led channels, artist specials and weekly shows. I created a promo for SoulCycle Radio featuring the incredible Gryffin – who has really taken over the Dance world over the last few …

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Why original content makes Audio Branding great!

Making audio branding with original content my favourite. No question about it.  A lot of Radio Stations use generic audio from content providers across the world but it’s often quite bland and not very unique. Sure, it can be difficult to obtain a-list guests in a small local station these days – so sometimes it’s the only way. There are …

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Imaging Tips – Starting Out

As 2019 comes to a close – I thought it would be cool to reflect on the last year and advice that our guests have given us since “Imaging In 2019” began. To read each interview in full – just click on each person’s name! What was the best tip you know now, that’d you wish you knew when starting …

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Josh Jensen - Imaging In 2019

Imaging In 2019 – Josh Jensen

Welcome to the “Imaging In 2019 Series” – a blog series that interviews inspiring producers and great creators of Station Sound. Josh Jensen This week, we welcome Josh Jensen to #ImagingIn2019. I first became aware of Josh after hearing literally EVERYONE mention his name and how good his work is. So, I connected with Josh recently and now I am …

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Imaging In 2019 – Donna Frank

Welcome to the “Imaging In 2019 Series” – a blog series that interviews inspiring producers and great creators of Station Sound. Donna Frank This week’s guest is a powerhouse in the world of Voiceover and is highly respected across the world in her field. I’ve been following Donna’s work for a number of years and have worked with her on …

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Imaging In 2019 – Rob Wills

Welcome to the “Imaging In 2019 Series” – a blog series that interviews inspiring producers and great creators of Station Sound. Rob Wills This week, we have another Radio person with endless talent. Rob Wills is a Programmer, Presenter, Composer, Imaging Producer among many other things. He runs his own Production Music Company and is heavily involved within Kent’s KMFM. …

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Imaging In 2019 – Ashley Cavaliere

Welcome to the “Imaging In 2019 Series” – a blog series that interviews inspiring producers and great creators of Station Sound. Ashley Cavaliere This week’s guest is someone I’ve known of for a number of years now, but only had the pleasure of meeting recently at the World Wide Radio Summit. Ashley is one of the most positive and friendly …

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Imaging In 2019 – Jonathan Burbano E

Welcome to the “Imaging In 2019 Series” – a blog series that interviews inspiring producers and great creators of Station Sound. Jonathan Burbano E This week’s guest I’d count as a friend. He’s a really cool guy – always very positive in his approach to his work and peers in the industry. He is based in South America and in …

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Imaging In 2019 – Matt Fogarty VO

Welcome to the “Imaging In 2019 Series” – a blog series that interviews inspiring producers and great creators of Station Sound. Matt Fogarty This week’s guest is someone who I have known of for a number of years. Matt Fogarty is a Creative Director and Voiceover working with numerous across Canada and the world.  Matt is also a really cool …

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Imaging In 2019 – Matt Damrow

Welcome to the “Imaging In 2019 Series” – a blog series that interviews inspiring producers and great creators of Station Sound. Matt Mamrow This week’s guest is someone I’ve been aware of for probably about 5-6 years. Matt Damrow is an Imaging Producer and Manager of Sports Imaging with SiriusXM, based out of New York. I’ve had a few guys …

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