By skyforbes 
“Create a podcast” was on my list of goals for a long time, but it always felt overwhelming. That changed when I decided to work with a podcast VA. They offered a VIP Week that provided everything I needed—clear steps, essential resources, and accountability—to finally launch my podcast.
If you’re looking for a fun and creative service to offer clients, podcasting support could be a great fit.
From podcast setup to ongoing management, there are plenty of ways to support clients on their podcasting journey. In this post, you’ll find 10 podcast services that virtual assistants can offer to help clients launch, grow, and maintain their shows—perfect for adding a valuable new service to your offerings!
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What’s cool about podcast services is that you can mix and match them to fit your passions, skills, and clients’ needs.
You can also package and price your VA services in a variety of ways, including individual services, a package of services, ongoing monthly support, or a premium VIP Day or Week!
Here’s a list of 10 ways to help your clients with their podcasts:
1) Podcast Launch
Launching a podcast involves many moving parts, and it can feel daunting for someone doing it alone. Just like the podcast manager who helped me launch mine, you can be the go-to expert for clients who need support getting started.
You can offer consulting, coaching, or hands-on assistance with the tasks involved. Believe me when I say that guiding someone through the process, providing clear steps, and sharing resources, like links to podcast hosting platforms, is incredibly valuable.
Bonus: You can share your affiliate link for these resources and earn some extra cash while helping your clients!
2) Scriptwriting
If you have a knack for writing, offering podcast scriptwriting services might be for you.
From episode outlines to full scripts, you can help clients craft their content in a way that gets their message across and aligns with their brand voice.
Other service ideas include brainstorming episode ideas or developing show notes.
3) Audio Editing
Audio editing is one of the most in-demand services for podcasts, and it’s easy to see why. Podcasters want to create their episodes but not necessarily edit them.
Podcasters normally record hours of raw content and then need someone who can trim, clean, and arrange it into a cohesive, engaging episode. This includes removing bloopers or background noise, adjusting levels, adding music or sound effects, and tightening things up so that the pacing flows smoothly.
Another service idea in the same realm is creating intro and outro segments.
4) Transcription Writing
Transcripts are important because they offer accessibility, are great for SEO, and provide listeners with a written reference of the episodes.
Podcasters who don’t use a script will need a transcription of their audio. While some podcast hosting platforms offer automatic transcription, they’re not accurate and will still need some cleaning up.
As a VA, you can take the raw transcript and edit it for clarity, fixing any errors. You might also need to format the transcript into easy-to-read sections, making it more accessible for listeners who prefer to read or need text for reference.
You can also offer to add timestamps, highlight key moments, or summarize the episode in a way that draws attention to the most important points.
5) Scheduling Episodes
The process of scheduling podcast episodes includes a series of steps. You’ll upload the audio file to the hosting company (I use Buzzsprout), add show notes, tags, categories, and transcript, and schedule the episode to go live at a future date.
6) Graphics + Cover Art Design
If you love using Canva and designing graphics, you could help create podcast graphics to be shared on social media.
This could include episode-specific images, quote graphics, or teaser visuals that encourage followers to tune in.
You could also create new podcast cover art for each episode or refresh the main podcast cover to align with new seasons or themes. Well-designed visuals not only boost engagement but also help the podcast stand out and attract new listeners.
7) Marketing
Promoting episodes is crucial for reaching new audiences and keeping existing followers informed about fresh content.
You could write and schedule social media posts, write and format blog posts, and craft engaging emails that go out to the podcaster’s email list.
8) Content Repurposing
Repurposing podcast episodes is a lot of fun and is a highly valuable service for clients.
Repurposing involves taking one piece of content and turning it into several pieces of content. This maximizes the reach and impact of each episode across multiple platforms. This not only saves time for the client but also helps them connect with a wider audience in different ways.
To repurpose an episode, you could create short audio clips to share on social media, a video to share on YouTube and turn the transcript into a blog post.
Pretty cool, huh?
9) Finding Podcast Guests
Finding podcast guests is a valuable service for podcasters who do interviews. Podcasters struggle with finding interesting and relevant guests, so offering this service can save them time and help them expand their content.
You can assist by researching potential guests who align with the podcast’s theme or target audience, reaching out to them, and scheduling interviews. This allows podcasters to feature fresh perspectives and keep their content diverse and engaging. Whether it’s experts in a certain topic or influencers with a strong following, helping find the right guests is a great service to offer podcasters.
10) Finding Interview Opportunities
Finding interview opportunities on other podcasts is an excellent way for businesses to reach new audiences and build their credibility.
You can help your clients by researching podcasts that align with their niche, expertise, or target audience and pitching them as potential guests.
This service is valuable whether your client has their own podcast or not, as it allows them to showcase their knowledge, share their story, and connect with listeners who might not have discovered them otherwise.
If you’re thinking about becoming a podcast VA and wondering if people need your help – the answer is a big YES! There are lots of moving pieces, and many of them can be delegated to someone like you! You can offer these services as a one-off project or ongoing services and work with a variety of business owners.
If you’re exploring new ways to offer services as a VA, my guide, The Ultimate List of Virtual Assistant Services, is another great resource you’ll want to check out.
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