Podcast video · Beginner tutorial 2026
How to Use Headliner
Headliner is a podcast video tool built for Podcasters and Radio stations. This step-by-step tutorial walks you through setup and your first project — no prior editing experience required. You can follow along free (Free plan available).
Headliner tutorial: step by step
Import audio
Head to the Headliner site and start with the free option (Free plan available). Once you are in, import audio — this is where most of your creative decisions begin, so take a moment to explore the interface before diving in.
Auto-transcribe
Next, auto-transcribe. Lean on Audiograms to speed this up. Small adjustments here have the biggest impact on how professional your final video looks.
Choose clip
Next, choose clip. Lean on Waveform animations to speed this up. Small adjustments here have the biggest impact on how professional your final video looks.
Style & export
Finally, style & export. Headliner handles the heavy lifting here, but always preview the result before you publish so the pacing, captions, and audio line up. This is the stage where Headliner shines for podcasters.
Tips to get more out of Headliner
- • Use Auto transcription to work faster — it's one of the reasons Headliner is rated 4.3/5.
- • Use Audiograms to work faster — it's one of the reasons Headliner is rated 4.3/5.
- • Use Waveform animations to work faster — it's one of the reasons Headliner is rated 4.3/5.
Common mistakes to avoid
- • Limited to audio-first content
- • Basic video templates
Works with your stack
Headliner integrates with SoundCloud, RSS feeds, Anchor — handy when you are stitching it into an existing faceless YouTube or short-form pipeline.
Ready to try Headliner?
Best for podcasters growing on social media without video skills.
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Headliner tutorial FAQ
Is Headliner hard to learn?
No. Most people create their first podcast video project within an hour. Headliner is best for Podcasters and Radio stations, and the 4-step workflow above covers everything you need to get started.
Do I need editing experience to use Headliner?
Not really. Essential for podcasters turning audio into social video clips. The interface is built so beginners can produce a finished video without prior editing skills, though features like Auto transcription reward a little practice.
Is there a free way to try Headliner?
Yes — Free plan available. That's more than enough to follow this tutorial end-to-end before deciding whether to upgrade. See the full Headliner pricing for paid tier details.
What can I make with Headliner?
Headliner is designed for Podcasters, Radio stations, Audio content creators. It integrates with SoundCloud, RSS feeds, Anchor, so it slots neatly into most faceless YouTube and short-form workflows.