Despite what most of our media training delegates believe at the start of our courses, journalists are generally not aiming to catch out their interviewees. They're on the hunt for information, packaged up in the most interesting way possible.
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Friday #mediatraining tip: On TV, don’t slouch. Sit slightly forward — it makes you look more engaging.
Writing for the Press / Opinion Pieces (in German) What makes a strong opinion article? What interests readers about your research? And how can complex academic findings become a clear and relevant public message? May 6 and 13, 2026 with Christine Prußky (journalist) - interactive sessions - explore opportunities and limits of AI tools in writing - discuss example texts - work on your own article – with the goal of leaving the training with a text that is “fit to print”
📢 Spots still available!
Turn your research into a compelling opinion piece.
Join our workshop “Writing for the Press” (in German), May 6 & 13, @humboldtuni.bsky.social.
Register by April 30 (max. 12 spots).
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The Mistake Every Speaker Makes on Camera #SpeakingTips #MediaTraining #communicationskills
Friday #mediatraining tip: Don’t be too on-message. Audiences dislike answers that sound like self-promotion.
Friday #mediatraining tip: Avoid jargon and techno-talk. Make your language clear and accessible.
Biggest one yet: 117 journalists at our North West election training with Africa Check’s Keegan Leech.
Strong turnout, strong conversations, and a shared focus on credible election reporting. 🗳️
#Elections2026 #MediaTraining #FactChecking Moxii Africa
This is all well and good, but the term "new media" stopped being used nearly 20 years ago.
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Le porte-parole parfait n’existe pas : il se construit.
Préparation, messages clés, clarté en toute situation.
Et surtout, rester présent.
La crédibilité se gagne dans la durée 👉 bit.ly/47gBUK2
#WeAreTeamLewis #RP #PorteParole #MediaTraining
#tuesdaytip: if invited on a broadcast interview, ask what the format is (live or pre-recorded, in person or remote, a short soundbite or a fuller interview, 1-2-1 or alongside another guest). Find out who the other interviewees are before you agree to take part. #mediatraining #broadcastinterviews
We’re running a virtual #mediatraining course for one of our long-standing clients, a membership body.
We frequently media train charity spokespeople to help get their message across effectively. #Mediatraining has benefits beyond simply when giving interviews - here are 10: roughhousemedia.co.uk/charity-pr-1...
Een debat vraagt om energie, lichtheid en scherpte. Ongeacht het onderwerp. Alles staat of valt met een goede gespreksleider.
Ik neem die rol met plezier op me. Of ik train jou om het zelf te doen!
#VeelHooi #gespreksleiding #debatleiding #dagvoorzitter #mediatraining #interviewtraining
Friday #mediatraining tip: Always go in knowing your 2–3 main points. Without them, you’ll drift off track.
A list of date(s) and times, including QR code leading to surjvancouver.ca website. “Join us for a Meeting” Second Saturdays from 1-3pm In person or hybrid, April 11th, May 9th, June 13th, 2026. Last Sundays from 2:30-3pm Zoom, April 26th, May 31st, June 28th, 2026. Note: “Join our mailing list, Signal group, or dm us for address and/or zoom link(s).” “Other Upcoming Events!” Note: Details & sign-up on our website events page. Media Training Workshop, March 25th, 2026, 6:30-8:30pm, Difficult Conversations Workshop in 2 parts, April 12th & 19th, 2026, 1-4pm. Note: Link in bio to our website or use QR code.
🗣️ You’re invited to #surjvancouver upcoming meetings & FREE events!
General monthly coming together schedule below, and/or attend our “Difficult Conversations” workshop in April! Only a few spots left for next week’s #mediatraining on zoom!
#whiteantiracismwork #solidarityforever 🍉
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It's generally accepted that spokespeople should avoid saying "no comment". But what should you say instead?" Here are 16 alternative phrases to get you started.
#mediatraining #crisiscommunications
Friday #mediatraining tip: Don’t copy evasive politicians. Plan clear answers for tricky questions.
Increasingly, clients are asking us for training to give you confidence on camera, to create social media content or give TV interviews. We create tailored training, sharing techniques to banish nerves, give a polished performance & make you comfortable when you speak on a video. #mediatraining
#mediatraining - all our courses are structured around role-play - delegates do a series of interviews in different formats. This enables them to grow their skills and confidence through plenty of practice.
Reminder: Hone media skills with trainer Jonathan Williams to pressure this corrupt administration. RSVP https://www.backbonecampaign.org/3_11_26_media_training #NoKings #MediaTraining
Friday #mediatraining tip: Put energy and passion into your answers. If you sound bored, the audience will be too.
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Friday #mediatraining tip: On TV, keep eye contact with the interviewer. Looking at the camera feels awkward.
🗓 3 March | Online. Limited vacancies. Members: limited free tickets + additional €150. Non-members: €200. 🔗 shorturl.at/bV88a
#AnimalResearch #Communication #BasicResearch #Cancer #Research #MediaTraining #Training #EARA
How to communicate research without immediate results? The workshop works on clear messages about cancer, animals and NAMs.
#AnimalResearch #Communication #BasicResearch #Cancer #Research #MediaTraining #Training #EARA
Friday #mediatraining tip: Always stay calm and polite with journalists, even if the questioning irritates you.
#fridayquote: "In a radio interview, be expressive. Your voice and words should paint pictures for listeners." Graham Fitzgerald, Rough House Media #mediatraining
Basic cancer research is essential, but difficult to explain to the public. This workshop focuses on these specific challenges.
#AnimalResearch #Communication #BasicResearch #Cancer #Research #MediaTraining #Training #EARA
#tipstuesday: Consider the most difficult and left-field questions you might be asked in advance of any media interview, and work out how you can respond, so you're not taken by surprise #mediatraining
