Podcasting & Audio Reportage Masters Program
NYU Arts & Science Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute
Over the past decade, we’ve witnessed tremendous growth globally in podcast listening. Yet, until now, there have been no audio-first journalism programs specifically designed to train the next generation of audio professionals.
We are seeking students who wish to become fearless and creative practitioners of audio journalism by honing their reporting, editorial, and production skills, to develop their unique voices. Working under the guidance of award-winning producers and respected industry leaders, students will develop deep fluency with research, interviewing and reporting, writing, technical recording, digital editing and sound design. Participants are welcome at every level of journalism and technical experience. Students will be trained in the practical elements that will allow them to realize their own projects and work in a variety of creative jobs. As a result, this program aims to produce an alumni network of visionary audio artists who have expanded the creative frontiers of the medium. Regardless of their choice of subject matter, this medium centers human voices and the spectrum of human experience, and demands that students critically engage questions of identity and power in both the content and journalism process.
Person working with microphone and laptop
Woman enjoying music in headphone in park
Podcasting has created remarkable opportunities in journalism and media. While audio documentary and radio reporting have a significant history, the accessibility of both new digital audio editing technology and direct distribution to audiences have opened new frontiers for exploration in investigative and nonfiction narrative storytelling. This includes vast audiences for works of deep reporting, beautifully written and performed, featuring creative production and the highest quality documentary recording and editing. All of this has led to an explosion of journalistic and creative organizations, and an environment ripe with job opportunities. NYU Journalism’s new MA audio concentration will prepare students to lead creatively in this expanding journalistic landscape.
Learn about the NYU Podcasting and Audio Reportage Masters program at a virtual open house!
Sunday Nov. 19 @ 12:00 PM EST
Wednesday Nov. 29 @ 8:30 AM EST
Tuesday Dec. 5 @ 7:00 PM EST
The application deadline date is January 4, however, late applications may be accepted on a rolling basis, until the program has filled. Contact graduate.journalism@nyu.edu to check if there are still spots open in this program.