TV Presenter

Course details

About the program
Being a presenter means working at the front line of television. While it can be all-consuming and often challenging, it's a job that can also be exciting, enthralling and deeply satisfying.
Your job could involve introducing or hosting a show, reporting on special events, reading the news, interacting with live audiences or interviewing folk from all walks of life.
However, TV presenting can be a tough business to break into and that's why it's important to get the inside track on what it takes to become the next David Letterman or Ryan Seacrest.
Learning how to bring something special to a show by focusing on your strengths and building your own personal brand, is also essential in your approach to becoming a standout TV presenter.
That's why this course lays down the foundation that you need to become part of this thrilling world while imparting essential tricks and tips of the trade.

What you will learn
In doing this course, you will learn:

The basics of broadcasting
The team behind the scenes
The most important skills you need to possess
What producers and agents are really looking for in a TV presenter
How to stand out from the crowd
Understanding your own special ‘brand'

You'll be introduced to:

Different camera presentations from handheld to multi-camera
What it means to ‘talk to camera', ‘talk to time' and how to do both effectively
Autocue techniques
Using an earpiece with ‘open talkback'
How to ad-lib effectively
Researching, scripting and conducting great on-air interviews
Pre-records and live broadcasts

Course for?
Have you ever watched a popular presenter hosting a TV program and thought, "How do I get to do that?" If you have, then this is the course for you!
Whether your interest is in hard news, current affairs, human interest, entertainment, culture, travel or sports presenting, there are very few jobs where you can indulge your passions while reaching out to millions of people at the same time.
Requirements
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you're already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Career path
After completing this course, you could:

Explore the interesting and exciting television industry
Become a more polished and self-assured presenter
Expand your skills as a MC and presenter of live events
Gain a better understanding of your personal brand, and how to grow it
  Updated on 06 February, 2023