Media Skills - Online reviews

4.9 (232 reviews)
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Practical, realistic interview practice is the course’s clearest strength: attendees rehearse print, radio and TV scenarios, often watching back and trying again with immediate, tailored feedback. They describe experienced journalists and media professionals as knowledgeable, friendly and encouraging, creating a safe environment that builds confidence while sharpening key messages, handling difficult questions and staying on track. The well-structured blend of concise theory, preparation and hands-on exercises provides useful techniques for media work and wider presentations.

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I think the first section was repetitive to those on the team who have either done multiple sessions of media training, or who have worked in the industry for a number of years, but can appreciate why the content was in there. I really enjoyed the tips around location, microphone position and slating and pausing the audio recording. The tip sheet will be useful to share with our spox and storytellers and support them through recordings.

Rachel M · 30 Oct 2024
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best training i have ever been on . Susan is awesome!

richard w · 28 Oct 2024
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Useful tips for different types of interview and thorough preparation for interviews. The chance to practise answering questions in a supportive environment was really useful.

Helen S · 28 Oct 2024
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Very insightful and a lot of advice taken from it.

robyn m · 24 Oct 2024
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A great experience, I gained lots of knowledge and I feel it will help my development in multiple areas

Charlotte M · 24 Oct 2024
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A really beneficial training course that will help you answer media questions. Toby and Susan will teach you how to think about the audience, your key messages and how to answer journalist questions - even the harder ones!

Lee-Ann H · 24 Oct 2024
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Training gave lots of advice and different things to consider when doing any interviews. Ability to reflect afterwards was useful as it was then very clear to see what things could be improved.

Rhona N · 15 Oct 2024
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Really helpful training that gave me a lot of pointers to work on, and things to consider when preparing for an interview. Having three different chances to practice and get instant feedback was great. I feel confident that I now have the knowledge to do a good interview and will be going away to practice.

Anna W · 15 Oct 2024
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Very useful, has made me much more confident in approaching media opportunities.

Susannah O · 15 Oct 2024
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Today, was an excellent experience and a day well spent. It was run at a good pace and there was enough time for reflection and preparation. It was lovely to meet other academics and learn about their research. Tasneem and Jane were wonderfully honest and kind, with some fantastic tips and advice. Thank you very much. :-)

Pooja G · 15 Oct 2024
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