I'm a podcast audio producer and engineer with over 30 years of professional audio experience, and more than 8 years specialising in podcasts and spoken-word content. I deliver clear, sensitive, engaging dialogue-led audio for public-interest, cultural, and journalistic organisations (BBC, NPR, Audible, The Guardian, Theos). I specialise in speech-focused recording, narrative editing, remote interview workflows, noise reduction, intelligibility optimisation, and broadcast-ready mastering, with experience working with contributors from diverse backgrounds and handling sensitive subject matter with care and discretion.

Phil Bodger

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I'm a podcast audio producer and engineer with over 30 years of professional audio experience, and more than 8 years specialising in podcasts and spoken-word content. I deliver clear, sensitive, engaging dialogue-led audio for public-interest, cultural, and journalistic organisations (BBC, NPR, Audible, The Guardian, Theos). I specialise in speech-focused recording, narrative editing, remote interview workflows, noise reduction, intelligibility optimisation, and broadcast-ready mastering, with experience working with contributors from diverse backgrounds and handling sensitive subject matter with care and discretion.

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I’m a podcast audio producer and engineer with over 30 years of professional audio experience, and more than 8 years specialising in podcasts and spoken-word content. I deliver clear, sensitive, engaging dialogue-led audio for public-interest, cultural, and journalistic organisations (BBC, NPR, Audible, The Guardian, Theos).

I specialise in speech-focused recording, narrative editing, remote interview workflows, noise reduction, intelligibility optimisation, and broadcast-ready mastering, with experience working with contributors from diverse backgrounds and handling sensitive subject matter with care and discretion.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Recording & Mix Engineer / Producer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 1980 - Present
Versatile freelance recording, mixing and mastering engineer and producer, collaborating with major labels and a wide range of artists across music, film and podcast projects.
Freelance Film & TV Audio (Mixer / Pro Tools Playback) at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 1995 - Present
Mixer and Pro Tools playback operator for international feature films, drama, and live broadcast productions, supporting major studios.
Freelance Podcast Producer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2017 - Present
Produced, recorded and mixed podcasts for BBC, NPR, Audible, The Guardian, and Theos.
University Lecturer (Music Production) at Brighton University; City University London; City College Brighton & Hove
January 1, 2013 - September 17, 2025
Taught FdA and BA courses; delivered lectures and online teaching with Point Blank Online, covering music production and related topics.
General Manager / Project Manager at Salvation Studios (Brighton)
January 1, 2019 - September 17, 2025
Oversaw design, construction, and fit-out of professional recording studios, coordinating projects from concept to completion.
Executive Member (Accreditation) at JAMES
January 1, 2019 - Present
Supplier of accreditation services to Music Production degrees at UK Universities.
Freelance Recording & Mix Engineer / Producer at Self-employed
January 1, 1980 - Present
Freelance recording, mixing and production for major labels, artists, film & TV projects, and production houses.
Freelance Film & TV Audio (Mixer / Pro Tools Playback) at Self-employed
January 1, 1995 - Present
Worked on international feature films, drama, and live broadcast productions.
Freelance Podcast Producer at Self-employed
January 1, 2017 - Present
Produced, recorded and mixed podcasts for BBC, NPR, Audible, The Guardian and Theos.
University Lecturer (Music Production) at Brighton University; City University London; City College Brighton & Hove; Point Blank Online
December 31, 2013 - September 17, 2025
Taught FdA and BA courses in music production.
General Manager / Project Manager at Salvation Studios (Brighton)
December 31, 2019 - September 17, 2025
Oversaw design, construction and fit-out of professional recording studios.
Executive Member (Accreditation) at JAMES
January 1, 2019 - Present
Supplying accreditation services to Music Production degrees at UK Universities.
Freelance Recording & Mix Engineer / Producer
January 1, 1980 - Present
Providing recording, mixing and production services for major labels, artists, film and TV projects, and production houses.
Freelance Film & TV Audio (Mixer / Pro Tools Playback)
January 1, 1995 - Present
Worked on international feature films, drama, and live broadcast productions; on-set Pro Tools playback for major studios.
Freelance Podcast Producer
January 1, 2017 - Present
Produced, recorded, and mixed podcasts for BBC, NPR, Audible, The Guardian, and Theos.
University Lecturer (Music Production) at Brighton University; City University London; City College Brighton & Hove; Point Blank Online
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2013
Taught FdA and BA courses in music production; lectured across multiple institutions including online delivery.
General Manager / Project Manager at Salvation Studios (Brighton)
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Oversaw design, construction, and fit-out of professional recording studios.
Producer at Reading Our Times (Theos Think Tank)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2025
End-to-end production of long-form discussion podcasts; editing, mixing, mastering, and delivery.
Audio Producer at Death at Deepcut (Audible / Ventureland)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
High-profile investigative podcast series; dialogue editing and broadcast-quality mixes.
Producer at Wild Sessions (Wild Nutrition)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Interview-based podcast; studio and location recording, editing, and mastering.
Location Recording & Editing at The Sparkhunter
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Location recording and editing for podcast content.
Freelance Podcast Producer & Audio Engineer at Self-employed
January 1, 2017 - Present
Recording, editing, mixing, and mastering podcasts for national and international clients. Managing full post-production workflows from raw interviews to final delivery, working closely with producers, hosts, and editors to shape clear and engaging narratives.
Freelance Recording & Mix Engineer at Self-employed
January 1, 1980 - Present
Extensive professional audio background across music, film, and spoken word, applied specifically to dialogue-led content.

Education

Certificate in Education at University of Brighton
September 10, 2009 - June 15, 2011
Certificate in Education at Brighton University
January 11, 2030 - September 17, 2025
Certificate in Education at Brighton University
January 11, 2030 - September 17, 2025
Certificate in Education at Brighton University
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Certificate in Education at Brighton University
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Certificate in Education at Brighton University
January 11, 2030 - February 26, 2026

Qualifications

Silver, Gold and Platinum discs to recognise record sales
April 29, 1993 - July 29, 2000
A-Levels
January 11, 2030 - September 17, 2025
CAA GVC Drone Licence (General Visual Line of Sight Certificate)
January 11, 2030 - September 17, 2025
A-Levels: Psychology, Sociology, Economics
January 11, 2030 - September 17, 2025
CAA GVC Drone Licence (General Visual Line of Sight Certificate)
January 11, 2030 - September 17, 2025
A-Levels: Psychology, Sociology, Economics
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
CAA GVC Drone Licence (General Visual Line of Sight Certificate)
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Full Driving Licence
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
A-Levels in Psychology, Sociology, Economics
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
CAA GVC Drone Licence (General Visual Line of Sight Certificate)
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Certificate in Education
January 11, 2030 - February 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Other, Non-Profit Organization
    paper Death At Deepcut Podcast

    An Audible documentary podcast about the UK’s Army Barracks at Deepcut: Between 1995 and 2002, four young soldiers died from gunshot wounds while on guard duty at the Deepcut army training camp, with the army ruling each case a suicide. This was a fascinating project because of the tragic subject matter, which of course is factual. I provided all the audio recording, editing, mixing and mastering. We recorded on location, online and combined historic documentary audio with current interviews. I also worked closely with the composer to develop the score.

    https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper Reading Our Times Podcast

    A podcast from the Theos Think Tank, exploring the books and ideas that are shaping society today. I produce this podcast and my responsibilities include planning, scheduling, recording, editing, mixing and mastering. We will be recording the 12th series early in '26

    https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper 'Stalker' Re-mix

    In '24 I helped Phil Clemo (https://philipclemo.com) mix his album project “Through The Wave of Blue” and in August of '25, along with drummer and co-composer Martyn Barker, I re-mixed the title track “Stalker”
    .

    The work involved re-arranging, editing and re-mixing the track.

    paper Claudia Brücken Album: "Night Mirror"

    Claudia Brücken’s latest solo album. Claudia was the vocalist in the critically acclaimed ZTT signing, Propaganda. I mixed and mastered this album and also co-composed 1 track.