Pod Peak, Descript, True Crime, Track Club, and Full-Time Content Creation: A Catch Up With Evan Phillips

In this episode of CLIPPED, Eric sits down with Evan Phillips, a multifaceted audio producer, content creator, and YouTube enthusiast. Evan shares his journey from musician to podcast producer and content creator, revealing insights into his creative process, the tools he uses, and the challenges he’s overcome.

We dive deep into the podcasting world, video production, and what it takes to create engaging content in today’s fast-paced digital landscape. This conversation is packed with actionable advice and relatable stories.

About Evan Phillips

Evan Phillips is the founder of Pod Peak, where he provides top-notch podcast production services for a diverse range of established brands.

Beyond podcasting, Evan has carved a niche for himself in the true crime space with his YouTube channel, Northern Crimes, which showcases True crime and mystery from Alaska, Canada & the Pacific Northwest.

Over the years, Evan has worked on notable projects like Climbing Gold, a podcast hosted by famed climber Alex Honnold. His expertise spans audio engineering, video production, and storytelling, making him a go-to resource for creatives looking to elevate their content game.

Episode Highlights:

  • Podcast Production Insights: Evan shares his workflow for producing podcasts, including his use of tools like Descript and Reaper.

  • Social Media Challenges: Discussions on the struggles and strategies of growing an online presence on platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

  • The Transition to Narrative Storytelling: How Evan is shifting focus to narrative-style podcasts with heavy storytelling elements.

  • True Crime YouTube Channel Success: The rise of Northern Crimes and the work that goes into creating compelling, long-form documentary videos.

  • Tools and Techniques: A look at CapCut, Track Club, and other tools Evan uses to streamline video and audio production.

  • Balancing Creativity and Business: Insights into choosing the right clients and maintaining a sustainable work-life balance.

  • Collaboration and Scaling Content Creation: Evan’s approach to working with a team on large-scale projects and YouTube growth.

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