{"podcast":{"title":"Podcast Editors Mastermind","slug":"podcast-editors-mastermind-1017978","podcast_index_feed_id":1017978,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/podcast-editors-mastermind/","website_url":"https://podcasteditorsmastermind.com","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/63e71a99-5ead-41d6-b540-8b9799f3b453/art-PEM-Show-logo-2026-01.jpg","author":"Steve Stewart, Mark Deal","episode_count":131,"summary":"Do you like podcast editing? Are you a Podcast Editor or want to be a Podcast Editor? This is the show for you. It's for Podcast Editors, by Podcast Editors. We mastermind topics with your peers, industry leaders, and talk about podcast editing as a career or serious side-hustle. Follow the show, get involved in the Podcast Editors Club Facebook group, and stay in touch with the latest events and news through the newsletter at https://www.PodcastEditorAcademy.com/newsletter. When you're ready, consider joining us in the Podcast Editor Academy! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy","last_synced_at":"2026-07-29T18:21:36.157567+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/podcast-editors-mastermind-1017978"},"episode":{"title":"Podcast Editor's Regrets: What We Wish We Knew When We Started","slug":"podcast-editor-s-regrets-what-we-wish-we-knew-when-we-started","published_at":"2026-06-17T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/podcast-editors-mastermind-1017978/podcast-editor-s-regrets-what-we-wish-we-knew-when-we-started","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/podcast-editors-mastermind-1017978","url":"https://podcasteditorsmastermind.com/episode/podcast-editors-regrets-what-we-wish-we-knew-when-we-started","audio_url":"https://op3.dev/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d25c1853-703b-4dcf-95f9-d46d38daaa16.mp3","summary":"#129: What do you wish you know when first starting to edit podcasts for clients? Our panel shares their thoughts about undercharging, their lack of marketing, and a \"trap\" that many of us have fallen into. Key moments: Estimate and bill for editing time to avoid undercharging and ensure profitability Develop a marketing strategy and a strong portfolio to attract clients Define your niche and offer strategic consultation alongside editing services Establish clear contracts with trial periods and retainers Leverage built-in software features rather than overspending on plugins Prioritize continuous learning and adaptation to industry changes __________________________ Our Panelists About Andrea Klunder: Andrea is the founder of The Creative Impostor Studios, a boutique agency producing award winning media for artists, organizations, and creative leaders. ...and she's also back with a wardrobe change. Book a free 30 minute podcasting business consultation: bit.ly/podbizwithandrea About Bill Stewart: Bill has been in radio and production since 1989. Podcast Production is a side gig for his network job for companies like intuit/Quickbooks and Total Babble podcast . Find samples of Bill's work at soundcloud.com/getstew or reach him at getstew@yahoo.com About Chris Duckett: Chris is a seasoned podcast editor with over 7 years of professional experience, specializing in video podcasts. He has mastered three audiobooks and contributed to a wide range of audio and video production projects. Connect with him at duckettproductionservices.com Resources mentioned in the show: Audiobook: * Profit First by Mike Michalowicz Podcast episode: Profit First with Carol Rivera Course: Profit First for Podcast Editors (includes template) Plugin suite: iZotope RX Plugin: Waves WLP Plus Loudne…","meta_description":"#129: What do you wish you know when first starting to edit podcasts for clients? Our panel shares their thoughts about undercharging, their lack of marke…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3326,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/podcast-editors-mastermind-1017978/episodes/podcast-editor-s-regrets-what-we-wish-we-knew-when-we-started/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/podcast-editors-mastermind-1017978/podcast-editor-s-regrets-what-we-wish-we-knew-when-we-started.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}