This course aims to give you some tools to help you confidently handle the media during an interview whether print or broadcast, in live & pre-recorded situations.

Objectives: By the end of the course, you should be able to:

• Carry out a studio-based interview for TV or radio
• Carry out a field interview for radio or TV
• Ensure your message is delivered & not that of the journalist
• Recognise at lease 3 broadcast media terminology
• Identify the different requirements for print or broadcast

Session will include:

• A presentation on tips for carrying out live/pre-recorded interviews
• Guide on what to expect in radio & TV studios
• Dos & Don’ts during a live broadcast interview
• Listening/viewing interviews how not to do it
• Discussing what went wrong and why
• Listening/viewing good interviews
• Discussing what went well
• Filmed mock interviews
• Different needs of newspapers, radio, or TV news
• Learn about some of the key areas for consideration ahead of an interview

Who should attend?

Anyone who does media interviews – print, online or broadcast on behalf of their organisation, or anyone who prepares spokespeople for media interviews.