Since the dawn of time in the podcasting industry, there hasn’t really been a compelling reason to create episode-specific artwork for your podcast. It was often put in the “I’ll do it later” basket and because podcast platforms couldn’t display specific artwork anyway, it felt like a bit of a waste of energy. This is no longer the case, and with the changes coming to the latest version of iOS the artwork that you’re able to see on your podcast players can be specific to your episodes. This opens a whole new world of possibilities for podcast branding!Today I’m walking you through five reasons why podcast episode-specific artwork is a great branding strategy for your show, and I’d recommend putting some serious thought into it.1. Branding and Recognition: Just like YouTube thumbnails change with each video, your podcast episodes deserve individual visual identities. 2. Attracting New Listeners:In a sea of podcasts, catching a potential listener's eye is crucial. As people scroll through podcast apps, intriguing visuals can pique their interest. 3. Engagement and Sharing:Unique podcast artwork isn't just eye candy; it's shareable content gold. When listeners screen share your episodes, the artwork becomes a visual representation of your show. 4. Professionalism:Investing time and effort in creating episode-specific artwork showcases your commitment to professionalism. It's a clear sign that you care about your podcast's image and the experience of your listeners. 5. It's Just More Fun:Episode-specific artwork adds a touch of creativity and uniqueness to your podcast. It's like a digital art gallery that reflects your episodes' diverse topics and themes. In a nutshell, episode-specific podcast artwork is a fantastic tool to level up your podcasting game. Don't feel overwhelmed by the prospect of creating artwork for every episode. Take it one step at a time, outsource if needed, and explore affordable design services. Remember, it's all about enhancing your podcast's branding, attracting new listeners, boosting engagement, maintaining professionalism, and having some fun along the way.Resources Mentioned:LinksBamby Media GearBamby Media ServicesYouTube ChannelEQUIPMENT WE USE TO PRODUCE THIS PODCAST Rode Boom ArmXLR CablesRode PodMic USB XLR editionRØDE SC19 cableRode NT-USB MiniSatechi USB Hub