Beyond “Good Enough”: Broadcast‑Quality Graphics for Video Podcasts

Most video podcasts don’t look as good as they could. Even top shows often rely on basic intros, generic lower thirds, and templated transitions. That’s fine for getting content out the door, but it leaves a lot of brand equity—and viewer engagement—on the table.

At Houses in Motion, we translate true broadcast standards into the podcast world. We design cohesive, reusable graphics systems and toolkits that editors, assistant editors, and producers can update in minutes—without calling us for every name change, sponsor swap, or chapter title.

What “Broadcast‑Quality” Really Means (and Why It Matters)

Broadcast‑quality isn’t just a shiny intro. It’s a set of rigorous practices that make your show look premium at a glance and stay legible at speed.

• Typographic systems with hierarchy that read at phone distance and 4K TVs.

• Color pipelines that are SDR/HDR‑aware with safe contrast ratios.

• Motion language (timing, easing, rhythm) that supports tone and pacing.

• Framing & safe‑areas that respect title/action safety across platforms.

• Delivery standards (alpha‑channel renders, 23.976/29.97/59.94 options, 4K masters) that slot into any post stack.

The result: higher perceived production value, better retention, clearer storytelling—and a brand that travels consistently from long‑form episodes to Shorts, reels, and live segments.

A Reusable Toolkit—Not Just “A Bunch of Files”

We build editor‑friendly toolkits so your team can move fast and stay on brand:

• Editable templates for Premiere Pro (MOGRTs), After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve.

• Parametric controls (switch names, titles, topics, colors, and durations with intuitive custom controls).

• Auto‑layout & smart typography so long names, multiple guests, and multi‑line topics never break.

• Thumbnail & title‑card generators for YouTube and social clips.

• OBS/VMix/Riverside overlays for live or remote capture.

• Versioning & Documentation: style guide, usage notes, and a quick‑start videos.

Your editors, AEs, and producers get reliable, repeatable building blocks—so routine updates take seconds, not hours.

What’s in a Houses in Motion Podcast Graphics Package?

Every engagement is tailored, but a typical package can include:

• Show Open/Close: branded intro/outro with modular durations.

• Lower Thirds & Supers: host/guest IDs, social handles, roles, multi‑guest variants.

• Topic Bumpers & Chapter Transitions: keep pace tight and navigable.

• Split‑Screen Frames & Picture‑in‑Picture: remote + in‑studio layouts that feel intentional.

• Data/Quote Cards & Explainers: elevate analysis segments.

• Background Loops & In‑Studio Screens: ambient but on‑brand.

• YouTube Thumbnails & End Screens: consistent, high‑CTR visuals.

• Shorts/Reels Toolkit: vertical crops, kinetic captions, safe‑zones.

Integrated Ad Enhancements (Read‑In Ads That Actually Look Great)

Sponsors want moments the audience will remember—without breaking the show’s flow. We design ad graphics that feel native to your brand and easy for editors to deploy:

• Ad bumpers & sponsored stings (0:03–0:05) to frame the read‑in.

• Dynamic lower thirds with swap‑ready logos, offer copy, and auto‑fit promo codes.

• Sidebars/over‑the‑shoulder frames for product shots, URLs, and QR codes.

• “Chapters with sponsor” title cards and mid‑roll interstitials.

• Measurement‑friendly variants for A/B testing and unique links/QRs.

This approach lifts CPMs, keeps compliance clean, and gives sales teams premium inventory they can sell with confidence—while editors keep a painless, repeatable workflow.

Built for Real‑World Post Pipelines

We meet your team where they work:

• Premiere Pro: MOGRTs (Essential Graphics) + project bins with pre‑animated comps.

• After Effects: master project with protected precomps and expression‑driven controls.

• DaVinci Resolve: Fusion templates + macro controls for fast swaps.

• Audio‑Aware Timing: motion timed to beats/pauses for natural ad‑read pacing.

• Performance‑first: GPU‑light options and prerenders for laptop‑friendly edits.

Our Process (Fast, Collaborative, Documented)

1. Discovery & Audit – Review existing episodes, brand, and workflow; identify quick wins.

2. Design System – Build the typographic, color, and motion language across formats.

3. Toolkit Development – Author templates (MOGRTs, Fusion, Titles) with guardrails and presets.

4. Pilot Episode – Road‑test the package with your editors; refine based on real use.

5. Handoff & Enablement – Deliver layered files, exports, style guide, and a 20–30 min training.

6. Ongoing Support – Iterations for new segments, seasonal refreshes, and sponsor integrations.

Who We’re For

• Studios & Networks seeking a scalable system across multiple shows and seasons.

• Brands & Publishers producing episodic series that need broadcast‑level consistency and sponsor‑ready inventory.

• Independent Creators with momentum who want to look like the best in class—without hiring an in‑house design team.

If you’re primarily shopping for the cheapest template, we’re probably not your fit. If you want a premium, durable design system that pays for itself in time saved and value created, let’s talk.

FAQs

What’s the turnaround for a first package? 2–4 weeks for a core system after discovery, depending on scope and approvals.

Can our editors maintain this without After Effects experts? Yes. We ship MOGRTs & Resolve with plain‑English controls, plus a quick‑start guide and a short training.

Can you work with our existing brand? Absolutely. We can adapt to your brand book or develop one for the show.

Do you support live recording? Yes. We provide OBS/vMix/Riverside overlays and live‑safe graphics.

What about vertical and shorts? Included. We deliver variants and safe‑zone guides for 9:16 and 1:1.

Let’s Build Your On‑Air Identity

If you’re ready to move beyond “good enough,” we’ll craft a broadcast‑quality system—and the toolkit to keep it running—that elevates every episode and unlocks new ad opportunities.

Start the conversation: info@housesinmotion.tv