Frequently Asked Questions


WHAT MAKES UPSTARTER DIFFERENT?

We walk you through every aspect of a podcast to make it as easy as possible for you. We also provide you with unlimited support and access to our team to help you at any stage.

DO I NEED TO HAVE A CERTAIN TYPE OF PODCAST TO JOIN UPSTARTER?

We work with any and all types of podcasts. In any niche, with any goals, any level of expertise, anywhere around the world, we can work with you.

HOW CAN I USE A PODCAST TO HELP MY BUSINESS?

A podcast is an incredible tool for a business to increase your credibility, grow your exposure, create connections in the industry, have endless repurposed content, and talk directly to potential customers to funnel traffic to your business. How much is your business currently spending on marketing? If a podcast is created and utilized correctly, you have the opportunity to market your brand and business in a fun and genuine way that has endless benefits.

HOW DO I KNOW IF MY PODCAST IS WORTH INVESTING IN?

In our Discovery call, we will evaluate your goals for your personal brand & business, and customize the best strategy to reach those goals. We will chat about how a podcast will fit in to that strategy. But we will advise you if it does not, and if there is another platform, strategy or timeline that may be best for you.

HOW DO I GET STARTED?

Sign up for a Discovery call to chat about your podcast idea, and if you are ready to launch your podcast, we will go through the launch course together. This consists of 1-on-1 meetings to take you from idea to launch day. The course will easily walk you through all the equipment you need, and help you to build a custom content, marketing, AND monetization strategy. You will also record masters files and more. By the end of the course, we will be ready to start recording your first episodes.

WHAT IF I ALREADY HAVE A PODCAST?

If you already have a podcast, we can transition your show over to our host account, have an initial strategy call and begin the monthly management based on your package.

WILL I STILL OWN ALL RIGHTS TO MY PODCAST?

Yes you would. You own all creative control and complete rights to your podcast.

WHO WILL BE MANAGING MY SHOW AND WHO WILL I HAVE COMMUNICATION WITH?

You will have a dedicated producer and editor that works on your show and you will have unlimited direct communication with to discuss all aspects of your show.

WHAT IF I AM NOT TECH-SAVVY?

That’s what we are here for! We make it simple for you. With a virtual production and equipment strategy, and our support team, we make it easy for any level of tech experience.

WHAT IS THE INVESTMENT?

We customize each plan based on your show’s details (episode frequency, length, complexity), needed services, goals, and of course budget, to make sure the podcast makes sense for you and your brand. You would be charged each month for the services following.

The terms are very flexible, as you are not anchored into any long term commitment, and are free to adjust your package as needed.

WHAT IF I WANT TO RECORD MY EPISODES ON MY OWN?

You do not need to record your episodes with a live virtual producer on a platform like Zoom or Squadcast. We can guide you through best practices for at home recording and file uploading.