{"id":47761,"date":"2018-06-07T10:04:25","date_gmt":"2018-06-07T13:04:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/?p=47761"},"modified":"2023-07-24T14:16:03","modified_gmt":"2023-07-24T11:16:03","slug":"design-podcast-artwork","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/design-podcast-artwork\/","title":{"rendered":"Design Fabulous Podcast Artwork &#8211; A Step-by-Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you considering boosting your audio marketing and you\u2019re looking for some podcast artwork inspiration? Welcome! <\/span><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve landed on the right page! You\u2019ll find here all you need to know to start to create your brand on any podcasting platform and even design your own artwork!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But first, let us consider the benefits of podcasts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Is podcasting still a thing in the age of YouTube vloggers?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it is. Podcasts have a different type of usage, and it connects people more with the hosts. I will explain it. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By usage, I mean the context in which people use podcasts. We listen to podcasts when we travel from one place to another or when we go to work.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Podcast is the 21st-century commuter\u2019s best friend.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We even listen to podcasts at work, whenever there\u2019s a break in the workflow. We listen to our favorite podcast while sipping our favorite coffee. The thing with podcasts is that they do not require our full attention. We can walk, eat, drink, drive, travel, workout while listening to our favorite podcast show at the same time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47830 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/statistic_podcasting-bun.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"803\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/statistic_podcasting-bun.png 803w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/statistic_podcasting-bun-150x72.png 150w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/statistic_podcasting-bun-600x288.png 600w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/statistic_podcasting-bun-768x369.png 768w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/statistic_podcasting-bun-770x370.png 770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 803px) 100vw, 803px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Here\u2019s a sneak peek at the article:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"#a\">Why do we listen to podcasts?<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"#b\">Main podcasting platforms:<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"#c\">Podcast branding<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"#d\">How to start making podcast artwork<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"#e\">Find an appealing name<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"#f\">Podcast logo design<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"#g\">Define your color palette<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"#h\">Typography<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"#i\">The slogan or the call to action<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"#j\">Other elements + the host(s)\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"#k\">Avoid microphones, headsets, and other overused images.<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"#l\">Use suggestive words<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"#m\">Artwork materials<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"#n\">Podcast artwork size requirements<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><a href=\"#o\">How to design a podcast artwork in minutes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Advantages of podcast content marketing as opposed to video or blogging:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People can listen to podcasts while being productive or traveling.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Podcasts are suitable for all types of devices.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People connect with the hosts of the podcasts. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The power of podcasts is undeniable and above of, most intimate of all. Why intimate, you may ask? Well, having someone whisper in your ears is quite intimate, I find. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><a id=\"a\"><\/a>Why do we listen to podcasts?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneur.com\/science-technology\/the-growth-of-podcasts-and-why-it-matters-infographic\/306174\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Entrepreneur<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> , nearly 68 million Americans listen to a podcast on a monthly basis. That\u2019s 24 percent of the whole nation! That\u2019s a lot!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47828 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/infographic_entrepreneur_2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"780\" height=\"605\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/infographic_entrepreneur_2.png 780w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/infographic_entrepreneur_2-150x116.png 150w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/infographic_entrepreneur_2-600x465.png 600w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/infographic_entrepreneur_2-768x596.png 768w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/infographic_entrepreneur_2-770x597.png 770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong><a id=\"b\"><\/a>Main podcasting platforms:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part of your strategy is choosing your podcasting platform. You can choose one and stay true to it, but you can upload your podcasts to 2 or 3 platforms. But first, you need to know what each of them offers. <\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The undisputed leader of worldwide podcasting is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apple.com\/lae\/itunes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iTunes<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The podcasting platform state they are home to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fastcompany.com\/40563318\/apples-podcasts-just-topped-50-billion-all-time-downloads-and-streams\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">525.000 active shows in 100 languages.<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another platform that offers huge exposure is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/community.soundcloud.com\/podcasting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SoundCloud<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: \u00a0175 million unique users every month, from 200 countries. They allow you to create a branded profile page so that you can add a profile picture and even a cover photo. And best of all, you can share your episodes on Social Media as they have seamless integration with all Social Media networks.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spotify.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spotify<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is not just the world\u2019s best online music streaming platform. They also offer podcast shows uploading. And with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cmodi.medium.com\/spotify-2-0-growing-beyond-a-personal-music-streaming-platform-52abfbaa0d07\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">70 million paying users<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you may want to consider this platform as part of your podcasting strategy. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stitcher.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stitcher <\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">has been described as <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;the most popular alternative to the default Apple podcast app&#8221;. Stitcher hosts podcasts from big media companies but also from ordinary people. They have a massive stock of podcasts ranging from TV shows, news, and sports to cooking lessons. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/anchor.fm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Anchor.fm<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if you don\u2019t want to pay for the hosting but still would like to have access to a large audience. Anchor.fm is 100% free and super easy to use. You can even record podcasts using your phone. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><strong>1. How to design podcast artwork<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b><a id=\"c\"><\/a>1.1. Podcast branding <\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Decide what your podcast channel is about<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, you feel like you have a lot to offer to the world and would like to start your own show on the internet: a podcast channel. First, decide what topics you\u2019d like to cover and choose a category. While it may be tempting to talk about the latest movie blockbuster and next time about global warming, your podcast channel won\u2019t be coherent and thus your followers will be confused. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, it is better to decide what kind of subjects you\u2019d like to cover and aim to fit in one category. Have a look at the categories listed below to understand what I\u2019m talking about: <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>a.Business<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We don\u2019t study business in school (unfortunately), so this niche is full of opportunities. If you\u2019ve got some tips on starting a business, how to run a business, join this category. Learn from the titans and set up your own podcast channel. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47763 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Podcast_BUsiness-e1528363031109.png\" alt=\"podcast artwork for business\" width=\"700\" height=\"327\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>b. Education<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many people listening to podcasts to improve their English skills, or to update their history knowledge. If you\u2019re an expert in your field, create an education podcast and make the world a smarter place. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The reason I\u2019m walking you through all these categories is for you to understand that each niche has its own atmosphere, colors, and designs. And that you need to communicate your topic in your artwork. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47775 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Podcast-Education-e1528365355398.png\" alt=\"how to create podcast artwork\" width=\"700\" height=\"317\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>c. Comedy<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Podcasting is one of the best ways for comedians to promote their sketches. You can promote yourself too, and maybe even get noticed. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47776 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Podcast-Comedy-e1528365453307.png\" alt=\"podcast profile picture\" width=\"700\" height=\"303\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>d. Sports<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sports podcasts have their share of fans, so don\u2019t be disheartened by the lack of video. Real fans will listen. Real fans will be interested. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47777 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Podcast-Sports-e1528365503115.png\" alt=\"podcast artwork\" width=\"700\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>e. Kids &amp; Family life<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re passionate about gardening, interior design, or parenting, you can join the \u201cFamily life\u201d category. This implies publishing podcasts on family life only, finding a suggestive name, and creating artwork that depicts family life. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are people who just want to offer a good ol\u2019bedtime story to children to help them fall asleep. In case you\u2019re one of these people, set up your channel having your target in mind. Find a sweet name, use cartoon characters and warm colors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47779 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Podcast-Kids__Family-e1528367878356.png\" alt=\"start a podcast\" width=\"700\" height=\"321\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>f. Science<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re into science and revolutionary breakthroughs, you can create a Science channel. This means you will publish only science-related podcasts, find a smart name for your channel, and designing a logo that will speak to other people interested in science. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47782 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Podcast-Science-e1528368654600.png\" alt=\"podcast create a profile picture\" width=\"700\" height=\"308\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>g. Health<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maybe you\u2019re a professional doctor with many years of experience and would like to share your medical advice with anyone on the internet. Or perhaps you\u2019re just a person who wants to share his journey fighting anxiety and help others find their peace and trust in life. Either way, you fall into the \u201cHealth\u201d category.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47784 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Podcast-Health-e1528368765337.png\" alt=\"podcast create artwork\" width=\"700\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>h. Spirituality\/Religion<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start a spirituality\/religion podcast series if you want others to learn about a particular religion or spiritual theories. We all search for answers, deep down. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47785 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/POdcast-Spirituality-Religion-e1528368801653.png\" alt=\"podcast artwork\" width=\"700\" height=\"328\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong><a id=\"d\"><\/a>1.2. How to start making podcast artwork<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Embarking on this journey implies staying open to new, learning a few new things about branding, artwork creation, and marketing. Having the gift of eloquence is a wonderful blessing, but sometimes it is not enough. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are more than 30 podcasting platforms out there, reaching international audiences. The competition is huge. You need to stand out somehow. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After you have decided what type of show you want to have and picked a niche, it\u2019s time for branding. Building a podcast show brand may seem complicated if you have no previous marketing background. That\u2019s why I have put together a list of all you need to know to create your brand and the steps you need to follow. Plus, a demo video showing you how to create a profile picture or a podcast cover photo for your podcast channel with Creatopy. <\/span><\/p>\n<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-47761 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-full'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"630\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/startup-podcast-artwork-itunes.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"itunes artwork\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/startup-podcast-artwork-itunes.jpg 630w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/startup-podcast-artwork-itunes-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/startup-podcast-artwork-itunes-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"700\" height=\"704\" src=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/the_entrepreneurs_podcast_soundcloud_artwork.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"podcast profile image\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/the_entrepreneurs_podcast_soundcloud_artwork.png 700w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/the_entrepreneurs_podcast_soundcloud_artwork-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/the_entrepreneurs_podcast_soundcloud_artwork-597x600.png 597w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<hr \/>\n<figure id=\"attachment_60633\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-60633\" style=\"width: 296px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-60633\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/goal-talk-cover-art-02-600x600.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"296\" height=\"296\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/goal-talk-cover-art-02-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/goal-talk-cover-art-02-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/goal-talk-cover-art-02-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/goal-talk-cover-art-02-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/goal-talk-cover-art-02-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/goal-talk-cover-art-02-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/goal-talk-cover-art-02-770x770.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 296px) 100vw, 296px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-60633\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Credit<\/span>: <a style=\"text-align: center;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wordstream.com\/blog\/ws\/2020\/04\/14\/goal-talk-episode\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wordstream&#8217;s Goal Talk Podcast<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>The elements of podcast branding:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The name of the show<\/span><\/span>\n<div class=\"mceTemp\"><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The logo <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The host(s) of the show<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A unique color palette <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An original and memorable slogan<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Objects related to your field: drinks, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gadgets, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong><a id=\"e\"><\/a>1.3. Find an appealing name<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose a name for your podcast channel that will clearly state what you\u2019re talking about. Keep it simple but creative. The name can either be about your topic (business, education, religion) or the benefits of listening to your episodes (improve your skills, chill, understand a theory). <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally, you can follow one of these combinations:<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\" border=\"1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 38px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 50%; height: 38px; text-align: center;\"><b>Your Name + what the show is about<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50%; height: 38px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gary\u2019s history class<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 35px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 50%; height: 35px; text-align: center;\"><b>What the show is about + Your Name<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50%; height: 35px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">History class with Gary<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 36px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 50%; height: 36px; text-align: center;\"><b>The benefit of the show<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50%; height: 36px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live better podcast<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 30px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 50%; height: 30px; text-align: center;\"><b>The topic of the show<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50%; height: 30px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Self-development Journey<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 37px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 50%; height: 37px; text-align: center;\"><b>Or use a metaphor.<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50%; height: 37px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mindfulness for a crystal-clear mind<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div id='gallery-2' class='gallery galleryid-47761 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-full'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"630\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/on-air-with-ella-live-better-podcast-atrwork-logo-itunes.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/on-air-with-ella-live-better-podcast-atrwork-logo-itunes.jpg 630w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/on-air-with-ella-live-better-podcast-atrwork-logo-itunes-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/on-air-with-ella-live-better-podcast-atrwork-logo-itunes-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"630\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/self-improved-podcast-artwork-logo-1.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/self-improved-podcast-artwork-logo-1.png 630w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/self-improved-podcast-artwork-logo-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/self-improved-podcast-artwork-logo-1-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b><a id=\"f\"><\/a>1.4. Podcast logo design<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you\u2019ve chosen your category and have found a unique name for your podcast channel, it\u2019s time to create your podcast logo. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your logo will be your trademark, that\u2019s why it\u2019s essential to take your time and come up with a creative concept. As we\u2019ve seen so far, having your picture next to your name is not the ideal solution for a logo. Not in 2018.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, you have to create something unique. First, choose your color palette. Then, pick a font and write a memorable slogan. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will use your logo for your profile picture and cover photo. It will appear everywhere on podcasting platforms, on social media, when you post an update, and on other websites linking back to you. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><a id=\"g\"><\/a>1.5. Define your color palette<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a rule of thumb, your podcast\u2019s color palette should be your brand\u2019s color palette. However, if you don\u2019t have a well-shaped brand yet, you can start choosing your color palette now. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few things you should know. There are many ways you can combine colors, but there are 3 main principles that have lived through the ages and they\u2019re perfectly suitable for <a href=\"https:\/\/robertkatai.com\/how-to-design-podcast-artwork\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">podcast artwork design<\/a> too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Analogous colors<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; This combination basically means that you can choose one main color for your brand and two or more colors that sit right next to it on the color wheel. These colors allow harmonious designs and are very easy to match. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47794 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/analogous_color_combinations_-_podcast_artwork-e1528369841300.png\" alt=\"podcast artwork\" width=\"700\" height=\"468\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Credit: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slideshare.net\/Presentitude\/basic-color-theory-for-presentation-design-part-ii\/24-Triad_colors_example\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Presentitude <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Complementary colors &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re a bold person\/brand, you can go for complementary colors. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These colors are placed opposite in the color wheel, and when put together they complement each other. For example, orange adds warmth to a composition where blue makes everything look cold.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47795 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/complementary_colors_combinations_-_podcast_artwork-e1528369979974.png\" alt=\"podcast colors artwork\" width=\"700\" height=\"485\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Credit: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slideshare.net\/Presentitude\/basic-color-theory-for-presentation-design-part-ii\/24-Triad_colors_example\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Presentitude <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Triadic &amp; Tetradic colors <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; A triadic or tetradic color combination uses colors that are evenly placed in the color wheel. You can find them using a triangle (for the triadic colors) or square shape (for the tetradic colors). They are brothers and sisters of the main complementary colors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll always find them sitting next to the complementary colors. They are less saturated and can create a daring and harmonious effect at the same time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47796 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/triadic__tetradic_color_combinations_scheme_-_podcast_artwork-e1528370023636.png\" alt=\"podcast artwork color combinations\" width=\"700\" height=\"487\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Credit: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slideshare.net\/Presentitude\/basic-color-theory-for-presentation-design-part-ii\/24-Triad_colors_example\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Presentitude <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b><a id=\"h\"><\/a>1.6. Typography <\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Podcast is all about words and fonts can attach additional meaning to words. A word can give you the impression of screaming or joking, depending on the font used.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, the typography you choose should match your brand\u2019s personality. If you\u2019re a comedian, you should select a playful font, but if you\u2019re a business coach, you must go for a serious type.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to build a strong, consistent brand, then find one or two <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/cool-banner-fonts\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cool fonts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and stick with them. Use them everywhere in your communication, from podcasting to social media or events. <\/span><\/p>\n<div id='gallery-3' class='gallery galleryid-47761 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-full'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/art-and-cocktails-podcast-artwork-itunes.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"podcast\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/art-and-cocktails-podcast-artwork-itunes.jpg 600w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/art-and-cocktails-podcast-artwork-itunes-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"600\" height=\"598\" src=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/spotify_podcast_profile_image_the_throwback_podcast-mare.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"podcast\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/spotify_podcast_profile_image_the_throwback_podcast-mare.png 600w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/spotify_podcast_profile_image_the_throwback_podcast-mare-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><b><a id=\"i\"><\/a>1.7. The slogan or the call to action <\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A slogan completes your brand\u2019s identity and adds personality.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many ways in which you can create a slogan. A slogan can be:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A brand\u2019s promise to its customers. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A brand\u2019s emotional promise to its customers. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A definition of the brand. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A question &#8211; people realize they lack something. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A metaphor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A funny joke<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A word game<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47801 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/slogan__and_call_to_action_podcast_artwork-e1528371115892.png\" alt=\"podcast slogan\" width=\"1000\" height=\"297\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Credit: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/the-sound-you-need-music\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Sound <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b><a id=\"j\"><\/a>1.8. Other elements + the host(s)\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Including elements related to your field in your podcast artwork is a MUST. For example, if you host an educational show teaching the French language, you should include the flag of France or a picture of Tour Eiffel. If you have a business show, you can add elements such as currency symbols, graphics, business icons like suits &amp; ties. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>The host(s) <\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, you can choose to have your picture in your logo. Many people do. Especially if your show is more about you as a person, as a motivational speaker, comedian, leader. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a look at the examples below: <\/span><\/p>\n<div id='gallery-4' class='gallery galleryid-47761 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-full'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"700\" height=\"698\" src=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/amy_schumer_spotify_cover_image_-_podcast-mare.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"podcast host\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/amy_schumer_spotify_cover_image_-_podcast-mare.png 700w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/amy_schumer_spotify_cover_image_-_podcast-mare-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/amy_schumer_spotify_cover_image_-_podcast-mare-600x598.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"700\" height=\"694\" src=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/soundcloud_podcast_artwork_-_the_long_shot.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"podcast profile image\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/soundcloud_podcast_artwork_-_the_long_shot.png 700w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/soundcloud_podcast_artwork_-_the_long_shot-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/soundcloud_podcast_artwork_-_the_long_shot-600x595.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><b><a id=\"k\"><\/a>1.9. Avoid microphones, headsets, and other overused images. <\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it was ok to use headphones and microphones in a podcast\u2019s logo 10 years ago, today it may look rather outdated. The truth is these elements are overused. However, you still need to give people a hint of what you\u2019re doing there so adding a stylized icon of a microphone\/headset next to your main elements may look better than a microphone\/headset itself. <\/span><\/p>\n<div id='gallery-5' class='gallery galleryid-47761 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-full'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/modern-love-podcast-logo.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"podcast image\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/modern-love-podcast-logo.jpg 700w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/modern-love-podcast-logo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/modern-love-podcast-logo-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/happy-english-podcast-.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"podcast profile picture\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/happy-english-podcast-.jpg 700w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/happy-english-podcast--150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/happy-english-podcast--600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><a id=\"l\"><\/a>1.10. Use suggestive words<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another way to suggest podcast is to add specific words like \u201ctalk\u201d, \u201cconversation\u201d, \u201cdebate\u201d, \u201cpodcast\u201d or even &#8220;explained&#8221; like in the example below:<\/span><\/p>\n<div id='gallery-6' class='gallery galleryid-47761 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-full'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/OWN_SuperSoul_Podcast_Logo_FINAL.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"podcast profile picture\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/OWN_SuperSoul_Podcast_Logo_FINAL.jpg 700w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/OWN_SuperSoul_Podcast_Logo_FINAL-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/OWN_SuperSoul_Podcast_Logo_FINAL-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/vox_todayexplained_cl_podcastartwork.0.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"podcast\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/vox_todayexplained_cl_podcastartwork.0.png 700w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/vox_todayexplained_cl_podcastartwork.0-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/vox_todayexplained_cl_podcastartwork.0-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b><a id=\"m\"><\/a>2. Artwork materials<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>2.1. The profile picture <\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All podcasting platforms allow you to upload a profile picture. Part of your marketing efforts within the platform is to create an eye-catching picture that will captivate people browsing the shows and give your podcast a try. Use all the knowledge you\u2019ve got from the chapters I listed earlier and make a podcast image that will catch people\u2019s interest. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Scalability<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When designing your profile picture keep in mind that people are using all sorts of devices to listen to your episodes. Thus, your podcast icon should look great on desktops as well as on phones, tablets, and laptops. The image you create will be scaled to various dimensions. That\u2019s why it should be clear enough even when it\u2019s just a small icon on an iPhone. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, platforms use various dimensions for the profile picture. Your image should be able to match all the standards without cutting the quality. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s an example of how a profile icon looks on:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iTunes desktop<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47809 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/grammar_girl_itunes-e1528372295684.png\" alt=\"profile picture podcast\" width=\"700\" height=\"453\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stitcher desktop<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47810 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/grammar_girl_stitcher-desktop-e1528372359171.jpg\" alt=\"podcast profile image\" width=\"700\" height=\"495\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stitcher mobile<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47811 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/grammar-girl-stitcher-for-mobile-e1528372416480.png\" alt=\"podcast profile picture mobile\" width=\"350\" height=\"596\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SoundCloud mobile <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47812 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/grammar-girl-podcast-icon-soundcloud-mobile-e1528372451712.jpg\" alt=\"podcast profile picture mobile\" width=\"350\" height=\"599\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>2.2. The cover photo<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some platforms allow you to upload also a cover photo. For example, SoundCloud offers you a wide side-to-side <a href=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/soundcloud-banner\/\">banner<\/a> space that you can use to say more about your brand and podcast series.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Have a look at the examples below to get an idea of how you could create the best podcast cover art:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47815 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/guardian_books_podcast_artwork_cover_photo-e1528372837633.png\" alt=\"soundcloud banner\" width=\"1000\" height=\"441\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/guardianbookspodcast\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Guardian Books\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47816 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/podcast_example_the_brilliant_idiots-e1528372942866.png\" alt=\"soundcloud banner\" width=\"1000\" height=\"413\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/thebrilliantidiots\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Brilliant Idiots\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47817 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/podcast_example_greenppeace_-e1528373036439.png\" alt=\"soundcloud cover picture\" width=\"1000\" height=\"452\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Credit: Greenpeace Canada<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><b><a id=\"n\"><\/a>3. Podcast artwork size requirements<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each podcasting platform has its own cover art size requirements. Let\u2019s go through some of them:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/discussions.apple.com\/thread\/6569732\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Design requirements for iTunes<\/b><\/a><b>:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Podcast image size:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">minimum size: 1400 x 1400 pixels (72 dpi)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maximum size: 3000 x 3000 pixels (72 dpi)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Podcast artwork extensions: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JPG, JPEG, PNG<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/help.soundcloud.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/115003450007-Profile-image-and-header\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Design requirements for SoundCloud<\/b><\/a><b>:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Profile image: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">any image up to 2mb in size, .jpg or .png of at least 1000 pixels x 1000<\/span>. <\/b><\/li>\n<li><b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Header image: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">jpg or .png of at least 2480 x 520 pixels with a 2MB size limit. <\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/artists.spotify.com\/blog\/what-makes-an-excellent-artist-image\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Design requirements for Spotify<\/b><\/a><b>:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Profile picture: at least 300 x 300 pixels. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Header image: at least 2660 x 1140 pixels, but 6000 x 4000 is preferred. Does not exceed 20 MB. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extensions: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JPG, GIF, PNG<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>4. <a id=\"o\"><\/a>How to design podcast artwork in Creatopy..in minutes<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And now, let\u2019s try Creatopy\u2019s podcast artwork creator. Let\u2019s create a podcast profile image for iTunes. <\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/app.creatopy.com\/auth\/signup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creatopy account<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to \u201cCreate a banner\u201d and choose \u201cCustom size\u201d. Then type 1400 x 1400.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You can either begin with one of our podcast artwork templates or start from scratch. In this case, select a color\/an image\/a texture for your background.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Add your picture\/elements from your computer. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Write the name of the show you host and a call to action. Select a font and a color for your text. You can change the size and alignment. You can position your text wherever you want in the composition.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol start=\"6\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use additional shapes to highlight your call to action or to create a special atmosphere. There are hundreds of shapes that you can grab, resize, and color as you wish to suit your composition. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Click save. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Hover your mouse over your document, click the arrow and download your file as a .jpg or .png. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Upload the file to your podcasting platform. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Go ahead, create your artwork! <\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I hope you feel more confident now to start creating the artwork for your podcast show with our online graphic design tool.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let me know if you have any other questions on podcasting design, I\u2019d be happy to help! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oh, and please, do leave me a link in the comments section below to your podcasting show. I\u2019d love to listen!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks for dropping by! <\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you considering boosting your audio marketing and you\u2019re looking for some podcast artwork inspiration? Welcome! You\u2019ve landed on the right page! 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