Podcasts

They are ubiquitous now, but people are listening! If you have an idea for a podcast, Portland Media Center is a great location to produce your series. We have an audio room designed to record interviews and narration and we have field recorders for recording on location.

We offer workshops for beginners and for experienced audio producers we can be a nice space to record. We can also be a community space to share your works-in-progress.

Workshops & Media Training

Our rotating schedule of workshops covers the fundamentals and beyond:

• How to use the audio space, the RØDEcaster Pro and microphones
• How to use our Zoom H6n field recorders
• Interviewing techniques 
• Audio storytelling and project feedback 

Workshops are open to all experience levels. Check our calendar for upcoming classes.

Equipment Certification & Borrowing

Want to use our cameras, lights, audio gear, or studio?

To borrow PMC equipment or reserve our production facilities, members must complete certification training that ensures safe, responsible use. Certification is available through select workshops or one-on-one instruction.

Once certified, you’ll have access to:

• Field cameras and tripods
• Portable audio kits
• Lighting equipment
• Editing workstations
• Studio space and live broadcast gear

Youth Media Programs

PMC is proud to offer youth programs that build technical skills, creativity, and confidence:

• After-School Video Clubs
• Youth Media Summer Camp
• Teen Podcasting & Journalism Workshops
• School Partnerships & Custom Curriculum

Our youth programs teach real-world media production in a fun, collaborative environment. No experience needed—just curiosity and creativity.