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Shikher
Passionate individual looking for gigs.
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New Delhi, Delhi, India
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Interview Questions
Dear Diary Co.
Podcast Production Intern/Contractor
Tell me about a time you experimented with content creation or marketing—what worked, what didn’t, and what did you learn?
I once experimented with growing engagement for a small fitness podcast on Instagram and TikTok. I tested two types of content: short motivational clips from the podcast and behind-the-scenes workout videos featuring the hosts.
What worked: The short motivational clips performed exceptionally well on TikTok, especially when paired with trending sounds and hashtags. They gained thousands of views and brought new listeners to the podcast.
What didn’t work: The behind-the-scenes content had lower engagement because it didn’t align with what the audience expected. People were more interested in actionable fitness advice rather than casual footage.
What I learned: Audience behavior varies by platform, and content should be tailored accordingly. TikTok favors short, snappy, trend-based content, while Instagram requires a mix of value-driven posts and engagement tactics. This experience taught me the importance of A/B testing and adapting content based on audience preferences.
Dear Diary Co.
Podcast Production Intern/Contractor
Can you walk me through your process for editing a video and audio podcast episode from raw footage to final upload?
1. Import & Organize
Gather all raw video and audio files.
Sort footage into folders (main recording, guest clips, b-roll, etc.).
2. Sync & Clean Up
Sync video and audio if recorded separately.
Remove background noise, hums, or distortions.
Trim unnecessary pauses, filler words, and mistakes.
3. Structure & Enhance
Cut and arrange content for a smooth flow.
Add intro/outro, branding elements, and transitions.
Insert relevant visuals, text overlays, and captions.
4. Audio Enhancement
Normalize volume levels for consistency.
Apply compression, EQ, and noise reduction.
Add background music or sound effects if needed.
5. Final Touches
Color correction and grading for a polished look.
Insert subtitles for accessibility.
Optimize aspect ratios for different platforms (e.g., widescreen for YouTube, vertical clips for Reels/TikTok).
6. Export & Upload
Render in the best format (MP4 for video, MP3 for audio).
Write an engaging title, description, and use SEO-friendly keywords.
Upload and schedule release across platforms.
Dear Diary Co.
Podcast Production Intern/Contractor
What strategies would you use to help grow a podcast’s audience, especially on social media?
Short-Form Clips – Teasers for TikTok, Reels, Shorts.
Trending Hashtags & Sounds – Boost discoverability.
Collaborations & Cross-Promotion – Leverage guest audiences.
Interactive Content – Polls, Q&A, behind-the-scenes, live sessions.
SEO & Optimization – Keywords, captions, video descriptions.
Repurposing Content – Carousels, quotes, blogs, Twitter threads.
Consistency & Analytics – Regular posting, performance tracking.