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HighLife Studios podcast studio — Washington DC

Podcasts

Bring your voice to life — professional video, audio, and full post-production in Washington, DC.

Our experienced team of engineers, producers, and editors will help you produce the highest-quality, engaging content that attracts and retains listeners. We tailor our services to fit your format, meet your needs, and ensure that your podcast looks and sounds professional while staying true to your vision and unique style.

Our Sets

Our podcast studio is designed with flexibility in mind. The space can be arranged to accommodate a wide range of podcast formats, styles, and guest configurations. Whether you're hosting a roundtable discussion, an intimate two-chair interview, a relaxed chair-and-couch conversation, or a multi-guest panel setup, we can configure the layout to meet your needs and match your vision.

Video podcast production at HighLife Studios

Video Podcast Production

Starting at $300/hour

Once an audio-only medium, thousands of podcasters now harness video to reach new audiences. Our video podcast service brings your show to life with professional multi-camera production, crisp audio, and polished editing. Whether for YouTube, social media, or streaming platforms, we help you capture and grow your audience with dynamic, professional visuals.

Our video podcast sessions include:

  • Full team on-site handling cameras, lighting & audio
  • Customizable set options
  • 3 Cinematic 4K camera angles
  • Up to 4 Røde microphones
  • Professional audio quality
  • Same-day file delivery if no post-production work is requested

Audio Podcast Production

Starting at $100/hour

Our audio engineers will ensure that your podcast episode sounds the best it possibly can. We use high-end equipment and top-of-the-line software to consistently generate crisp and clear sound.

Audio podcast sessions include:

  • Dedicated audio engineer
  • Up to 4 Røde microphones
  • Professional audio quality
  • Insertion of intro and outro music and pre-recorded sponsor messages
  • Same-day delivery if no post-production is requested
Audio podcast production at HighLife Studios

On-Location Podcast Services

We'll come to your office, business or other location to record your podcast. We've recorded content for clients at the DC Convention Center, local universities, live music venues, and on the National Mall. We've even travelled to Los Angeles, Austin, and Davos, Switzerland to record content for our clients. We're professional, reliable, and affordable. Recording on location requires advanced planning and is subject to the availability of our staff.

On-location podcast recording by HighLife Studios
After the Session

Post Production Services

Audio Editing

Present your most engaging and compelling content and ensure a smooth flow of conversation. We do this by:

  • Cutting out long pauses, “umms”, filler words, false starts, and background sounds
  • Removing mistakes, tightening pacing, rearranging segments, and cutting irrelevant content
  • Arranging all the different parts of your episode such as intros, interviews, sponsor messages, and sound effects

Video Editing

Our editing team will transform your raw footage into polished, visually stunning podcast episodes that engage your audience and make your show stand out.

  • Multi-Camera Editing: seamlessly switch between wide shots, close-ups, and reaction angles to create a dynamic and engaging viewing experience
  • Color Grading: enhance the overall look of your podcast by balancing tones and correcting differences between cameras, ensuring a consistent, polished, and cinematic finish across the episode
  • Cutting & Flow Enhancement: we cut out long pauses and dead air to maintain a natural rhythm, ensuring your podcast flows smoothly and keeps viewers engaged from start to finish

Short-Form Video Production

In today's fast-moving, digital landscape, short-form video is the most powerful way to grow your podcast. We take the best moments from your show and transform them into high-impact promotional content for platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.

Video clips feature:

  • Vertical 9:16 formatting (optimized for mobile viewing)
  • Captions/subtitles
  • Background music (optional)

Clips generally range in length from 20 to 45 seconds, depending on the content and your goals. Longer clips are available on request.

Mixing & Mastering

This is where the magic happens to ensure that your podcast has the professional sound that you want, and your audience expects.

  • We use tools like equalization, compression, and noise reduction to produce a clean and balanced sound
  • Every episode will hit broadcast loudness standards and sound consistent with other top podcasts

Gear List

Cameras
  • 2 Sony FX30 Digital Cinema Cameras
  • Sony A7III Mirrorless Camera
  • Sony A7II Mirrorless Camera
Audio Equipment
  • RodeCastor Pro II
  • 4 Røde Cardioid Dynamic Broadcast Microphones
Lighting
  • 2 Aputure Amaran 150c COB Video Lights
  • 2 Amaran Aputure Light Dome Softbox 90cm
  • 2 Neewer Studio Lights

What Creators Are Saying

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FAQs

Audio Editing
  • Up to 4 mics / 60 minutes of audio → $200
  • Over 1 hour of audio → $100 per additional 30 minutes
Mixing & Mastering
  • Up to 4 mics / 2 hours of audio → $200
  • Over 2 hours of audio → $100 per additional 30 minutes
Video Editing
  • Up to 60 minutes of video → $350
  • 60–90 minutes of video → $450
  • Over 90 minutes of video → Custom Quote
Short-Form Video Clips
  • 3 clips → $150
All services include one round of revisions. Additional revisions are billed at $75/hr.
Absolutely. You're welcome to bring your producer, videographers, or creative team. We just ask that you let us know in advance so we can accommodate everyone.
Raw files are delivered immediately after your session. For editing services, typical delivery is 5–7 business days depending on the scope of work.
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