Presenter Training

Every one of us has the ability to be a truly great presenter. There is nothing particularly special about the people who stand out as brilliant. However, the average presenter is usually holding themselves back, doing things which prevent them from being good and lacking the knowledge to be great.

The number one characteristic that shines through is confidence. Acquiring this quality alone will put many ordinary presenters into the “good” category.

Our team will give you advice on every aspect of live television – Audio, cameras and the role of the gallery. Also the importance of body language, how to remain cool in a crisis and to enable you to present yourself in the best possible light.

Course Structure (Beginners)

Personal Presentation

• Make-up and styling
• Wardrobe selection in a virtual and non virtual environment

Introduction to sound

• Introduction to Talkback
• Talkback Etiquette
• What is Foldback?
• Importance of Director’s Voice
• What is the voice of God?
• Microphones – How to use different types

The Studio

• Studio facilities and crew functions
• Camera positions – when to work to different cameras
• Reading autocue
• Understanding running orders
• Interviewing techniques – live chat show and two-way situations

Personal Techniques

• Overcoming Nerves
• Simple body language

Showreel

• You will recieve two copies of your screentests and two-ways
• Professional edited version available on request

Prices

• For prices please refer to the Contact page

Course Structure (Intermediate & Advanced)

Personal Presentation

• Blue screen environment verses non virtual
• Image consultancy
• Make-up techniques

Sound

• How to be proficient with talkback
• Advanced talkback etiquette
• Troubleshooting live audio problems
• How to get the best from your director

The Studio

• Autocue – Learning different techniques within autocue
• Learning to present without autocue
• Understanding running orders
• Hitting live counts to off-air
• Overcoming technical failures

Content

• Voice coaching and voice intonation
• Ad libbing techniques
• Interviewing techniques, live chat show and two-way situations
• Bridging sentences
• Structuring interviews
• Difficult and unresponsive guests

Personal Techniques

• Dealing with your fears, nerves and confidence building
• The importance of body language
• Breathing techniques

Showreel

• You will recieve two copies of your screentests and two-ways
• Professional edited version available on request

Prices

• For prices please refer to the Contact page