Bootcamp for Assistant Programme Directors Part 1

Course details

If you are currently working in the role of Assistant PD or you are interested in becoming a PD in the future, then this course will enable you to outline and examine the skills and techniques required to make it to this level in the Irish Commercial Radio Sector.

Training Content

Day 1

• Overview of the role of the PD
• Listener Interaction and Marketing
• General Presentation skills – ‘house style’
• Programming versus Commercial Needs
• News and Current Affairs ( understanding and getting the best out of your PPS
• Imaging, Production and Promotions

Day 2

• Music Scheduling and General Scheduling
• Managing and Coaching talent
• Airchecking your presenters
• Monitoring the competition
• Radio – The Future
• Assessment – to be confirmed