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Podcast Sponsor
Audio
Unlock exclusive visibility for your brand with our Podcast Sponsor opportunity.
This premium placement includes 100% buyout of either the pre-roll, mid-roll, or post-roll slot in select BBC podcasts inclusive of “sponsored by” message. Order of playout: Brief introduction of the podcast followed by :30” pre-roll and post-roll :30” spots. Mid-roll available on certain podcasts.
Detailed Info
Platform
Audio
Device
Desktop Web, Mobile App, Mobile Web, Tablet App, Tablet Web
Deal Type
Sponsorship
Ad Format
:30s
Technical Specifications
Market Availability
All markets except UK
Device Availability
Desktop, Tablet & Mobile
Acceptable ad formats
Audio File – MP3, VAST 3.0 & 4.0
BBC approved third party vendor list
2-week testing period.
Discrepancy between third party ad server must be below 10% for approval.
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Third party ad serving creatives
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Third party tracking
3rd party impressions tracking is permitted, see vendor list above
Custom ad creation requirements
For Audio Creation:
Script
Desired Voice [in voice of BBC, specific accent]
More guidance available on request
Attribution guidelines
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Audio file guidelines
To provide 15 – 90 second audio file in MP3 (at least 192kbps) 44-100 kHz.
Allowed dB levels: Min -9bB / Max –6dB (50% of maximum output).
Creatives longer than 60 seconds require additional BBC approval.
VAST tag guidelines
VAST 3.0 and 4.0 accepted
Ad submission deadline
5 working days before campaign launch