Solo Producer Model • Capped Roster to Guarantee QA

Turn each recorded episode into a full week of audience-building content

I handle podcast editing, video mastering, vertical reels, show notes, and weekly social distribution, so you can focus on your business while your show works for you.

The Process

Simple, predictable, zero back-and-forth

A streamlined workflow designed so podcast production never takes you away from running your business.

Step 01

Drop the raw file

Upload your audio or video recording and guest info to your dedicated folder. Your production work ends there.

Step 02

Production & QC

I master the audio (-16 LUFS), cut dead air, pull vertical reels, draft the copy, and review every file before you see it.

Step 03

Approved & published

Once you give the green light, I schedule the episode to your podcast host and YouTube, then roll out clips all week.

What I produce from every single episode

Complete multi-platform podcast output:
01
Master audio & videoClean, balanced, leveled episode ready for Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.
02
3–5 vertical short reelsHook-driven 9:16 clips with dynamic captions for Shorts, Reels, and TikTok.
03
SEO show notesTimestamped highlights, key takeaways, guest bio, and formatted resource links.
04
3 branded quote cardsCustom social graphics highlighting actionable insights and standout quotes.
05
Email newsletter promoA 100-word concise summary draft ready to send to your email list.
06
Social media schedulingStaggered rollout across LinkedIn and Instagram to keep your show active all week.
Work Samples

Real production output, before & after

A quick look at the mastering, hook-selection, and visual assets I produce for every episode. All editing handled via Adobe Premiere.

Audio & Video Mastering

Full-Episode Dialogue Cleanup

BEFORE: RAW

Raw video directly recorded from a camera, audio from the camera mic. No software filter pass, no dedicated recording microphone. Everything is as raw as it can be.

AFTER: EDITED

Color and light correction applied as a full filter pass. Filler words removed, and pacing tightened for seamless editing.

Short-Form Repurposing

Hook-Driven Vertical Reels

Transformed directly from the raw footage. Paced for retention on YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok.

  • Dynamic captions added for silent viewing
  • Auto face-framing to track subject movement
  • Cut directly from the edited landscape version
Optional Extras

B-roll and brand-specific styling can be added to match your show's visual identity. The examples above show the core edit only, without those extras layered in.

Quote & Title Graphics

Branded episode graphics, ready to post

Podcast episode title graphic

Title graphic: hooks the scroll before the episode even starts.

Podcast quote graphic without guest photo

Quote graphic: pulled straight from your best on-air moments.

Podcast quote graphic with guest photo

Quote graphic (with guest photo): built for guest-driven episodes.

One style sample, not a fixed template; layout, colors, and fonts are matched to your brand for every client.

Important: the look isn't locked to these samples

What's shown above is our standard process The mastering, hook-selection, and editing technique every episode gets regardless of package. The visual look is scoped with you during onboarding.

Packages

Simple monthly plans, no agency bloat

Transparent podcast production pricing with guaranteed 48–72h turnarounds and direct 1-on-1 access.

Founding Rate • 3 Slots

Founding Core

Introductory 3-month rate for early partners in exchange for a testimonial and case study.
$459 / month
✦ Locked in for first 3 months ($689/mo regular after)
  • Full audio + video edit of main episode
  • SEO-structured show notes & timestamps
  • 1 custom title & thumbnail graphic
  • Distribution to YouTube, Spotify & Apple
  • Up to 4 episodes per month (48–72h turnaround)
  • 2 rounds of revisions per episode
Claim Founding Core

Growth & Social

Standard plan for ongoing partners seeking the complete podcast-to-lead engine.
$1,379 / month
✦ Full production + weekly social management
  • Full audio + video edit of main episode
  • 3–5 vertical short-form video reels
  • 3 branded quote graphics per episode
  • Show notes, timestamps, & email newsletter draft
  • Scheduled weekly rollout across your channels
  • Direct producer Slack / email access
Select Standard Plan
Booking Requirement: not a discount or promo

A 50% deposit is required at signing to reserve your production slot (non-refundable, applies to every plan). The remaining 50% is due once your first month's package is delivered. Full price applies every month after that.

Every plan includes the same production technique and deliverables above. Want a different visual style for your graphics or reels, on-brand fonts, colors, or layout? That's a quick conversation during onboarding, not a separate tier.

John Lloyd Sarez, founder of PlayPress Studio
John Lloyd SarezFounder & Producer
About the Producer

Agency-level output, delivered entirely solo

Hi, I'm John Lloyd Sarez, founder and only producer of PlayPress Studio. I help founders and consultants turn every recorded episode into a full week of content, without them lifting a finger past the record button.

My path in wasn't the usual one. I graduated in Computer Engineering, and the pandemic hit before I'd ever set foot in a corporate office. My first break was writing podcast show-notes, back when that meant actually listening to every episode and writing it out by hand. One task led to the next: editing video, running socials, then leading a team of virtual assistants across a slate of client shows for over four years.

That time taught me the difference between content that's finished and content that's done right. When a show moves through many hands, an episode rarely gets one person's full, honest attention. So I built PlayPress Studio to be the opposite: one producer, your show end-to-end, and a roster I keep small on purpose.

Off the clock: I read a lot of Chinese web novels, xianxia and xuanhuan, the long cultivation epics. Think Wattpad, but the authors are Chinese. And when it comes to choosing a hook or a cut, I go completely on gut feel. It hasn't steered me wrong yet.
4+ Years Hands-On ExperienceIn the Trenches
Podcast editing, multicam video, and social scheduling across dozens of B2B niches.
Zero Handoff Friction1-on-1 Direct
I edit the episode, pull the viral hooks, draft the copy, and review the final output myself.
Guaranteed Quality PassCapped Roster
Every link, timestamp, graphic, and caption is proofed before pre-delivery quality checks.
AI-Augmented WorkflowClaude · ChatGPT · DeepSeek
I lean on AI to turn ideas into hooks, notes, and content angles faster; the polish is still manual.
Team LeadershipBefore I Went Solo
Years leading and delegating to a team of virtual assistants across client shows; the reason I now keep everything in one pair of hands.
Engineer's EyeBSCpE Grad
Computer Engineering background means systems thinking applied to your production pipeline, not just taste.
Questions

Frequently asked questions

How much does podcast editing cost?

Plans start at $459/month for full episode production and go up to $1,379/month for complete production plus weekly social repurposing. Founding rates lock in for the first three months.

What do you need from me each week?

Just your raw audio or video files, your guest's name and bio, and any links you referenced. I handle the entire production pipeline after recording.

How fast is the turnaround?

Standard delivery is 48 to 72 hours from receiving complete raw files.

How do revisions work?

Every episode includes up to two rounds of minor revisions requested within 5 business days of delivery.

Is there a long-term contract?

No. Plans are billed monthly with a simple 14-day written notice if you ever need to pause or cancel.

Client Words

What partners say

PlayPress turned our weekly recording into a month of content. Best value we've had.
Sample Client
Founder, Example Company

Let's talk about your show

Book a quick 15-minute call to discuss your recording setup, production gaps, and how I can take distribution off your plate.

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