How do I create and manage live reads in the Radio Prep portal?

How do I create and manage live reads in the Radio Prep?

If you have the user rights of Station Admin, Super Admin, or Editor, you can create libraries of live reads for presenters. Here’s how to do it:

Creating a Live Read:

• First, enter a title for the live read. Below the title, you’ll find the schedule box where you can select a start date and time for the read to go live. You can also set an expiry date and time so it automatically moves to an expired folder once it’s done. This way, it’s not deleted and you can reactivate it later if needed.

Tagging Shows and Formatting Content:

• You can tag the read to specific shows so presenters know which shows it applies to. Underneath, you have a text editor to write out the read, with formatting options like bold, italics, and font colors to make it look just right. Once you’re done, hit save. The read will go live immediately if it’s scheduled for now, or it will appear when its scheduled time comes around.

Quick Creation Methods:

• You can also create reads by using the green microphone button to dictate your message. This will transcribe your voice into text, which is really handy if you’re on mobile. Another option is to upload an image or take a photo—like a press release or event poster—and the system will scan it and create the read for you.

Managing Reads:

• If you have a lot of reads and need to clean up, you can bulk-delete expired reads by clicking the cogwheel in the top right corner. This lets you select and remove multiple reads at once, keeping everything tidy.