A pop-culture podcast exploring anime stories and characters fans love beyond the episode.
Founders Who Build in Public
PROJECT OVERVIEW:
Anime After Hours is a conversational podcast created for anime fans who love thoughtful discussions beyond surface-level reviews. The goal was to build a podcast that felt expressive, immersive, and community-driven — without sacrificing professional production quality.
THE CHALLENGE:
The creators needed a podcast format that balanced fun, personality-driven conversations with clear structure. Visual identity was important, but audio quality had to remain the priority. The challenge was creating a show that felt vibrant without becoming chaotic.
OUR APPROACH:
FORMAT & STRUCTURE
Designed a hybrid audio-video format with consistent episode flow and flexible discussion segments.
STUDIO & SETUP
Built a visually expressive studio using anime-inspired décor, posters, and accent lighting.
AUDIO-FIRST PRODUCTION
Ensured clean, immersive sound while keeping visuals supportive rather than distracting.
CONTENT PLANNING
Defined episode themes, discussion prompts, and pacing to maintain consistency.
SERVICES PROVIDED:
STRATEGY & PLANNING
Audience research, format structuring, and a clear content roadmap to guide every episode.
FULL-SERVICE PRODUCTION
Complete studio setup, recording, lighting, and professional-grade audio capture.
EDITING & DELIVERY
Carefully edited audio and video, optimized and delivered for major podcast platforms.
EPISODE MOMENTS:
Behind-the-scenes moments and in-episode visuals that capture the energy, personality, and creative flow of Anime After Hours.
STUDIO ATMOSPHERE:
A look into the colorful setup, anime-inspired décor, and lighting that shape the show’s visual identity.
CREATIVE PROCESS:
Snapshots of preparation, discussions, and recording moments that bring each episode to life.
THE RESULT:
Anime After Hours launched with a clear identity and a loyal listener base. Episodes maintained consistent quality, strong engagement, and a distinct visual and audio personality that resonated with anime fans.
