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From Hobbyist to Home Studio Expert: Junaid Ahmed’s Journey to Podcasting Mastery

Podcasting Tech

Release Date: 10/22/2024

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Ever dream of turning your basic home podcast setup into a pro-level studio that looks sharp on camera and delivers top-notch sound? You're in the right place! Today’s episode is all about leveling up your home studio, and we’ve got the perfect guide: Junaid Ahmed.

Junaid, the host of the Hacks and Hobbies podcast, takes us on his inspiring journey from a hobbyist with a passion for photography to becoming a home studio expert. He now helps entrepreneurs, podcasters, and speakers create professional-grade content from the comfort of their homes.

In this episode, Junaid reveals how he went from experimenting with DSLR cameras to designing high-quality home studios during the pandemic when video calls and remote work became the new normal. He shares valuable tips on improving your visual presence through better lighting, sound, and framing—showing why first impressions matter in both podcasting and video content creation.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to upgrade your current setup, Junaid’s insights will transform how you approach your home studio. This episode is packed with practical, actionable advice to help you create a studio that not only looks amazing but sounds even better!

IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER:

  • Junaid’s Early Journey: How a childhood gift of a film camera ignited his love for photography, leading him to study and master the technical aspects of cameras, lenses, and framing over the years.
  • The Power of Home Studios: Junaid explains how the shift to remote work during the pandemic fueled his passion for helping others improve their home studios for better quality video and audio.
  • Lighting and Sound Tips: The importance of lighting in creating a professional on-camera presence, and why good audio is crucial for audience engagement in podcasts.
  • The 7 Stages of Home Studio Evolution: Junaid outlines his book, which details the different stages of upgrading your home studio, from starting with basic equipment like smartphones to reaching a broadcast-quality setup.
  • Consulting and Studio Assessments: How Junaid helps podcasters and creators through a 4-point studio assessment that evaluates lighting, sound, and space to build personalized home studio setups.

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