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. It could involve introducing or hosting a show, reporting on special events, reading the news, interacting with live audiences, or interviewing people 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. Learn how to bring something special to a show by focusing on your strengths and building your own personal brand, this is essential in your approach to becoming a standout TV presenter.
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.
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.
Module 1: The Business We Call Show
- An overview of the business
- The changing face of TV
- Different types of presenting
- Challenges of breaking into the business
Module 2: It Takes A Village To Build A TV Presenter
- The team
- Producers
- Presenter role requirements
- Presenter skillset
- TV terminology
Module 3: Wow! Who’s That Girl (or Boy?)
- Do you have what it takes?
- Knowledge and research
- The ‘wow’ factor
- Fronting a show
- Audience connection
Module 4: A ‘brand’ New You
- Find Your Strengths
- What’s Your USP
- Difference between being a ‘Personality’ and a ‘Presenter’
- Seeing yourself as a ‘brand’
Module 5: Talking The Talk
- How to talk to camera
- Talking to time
- Presenter techniques
- Vocal delivery
- Autocue / teleprompter tips
- Script reading
- Talk back and earpiece training
- Interviewing techniques
Module 6: Are You Ready For Your Close Up?
- Ad-lib presentation
- Script construction and prep’
- Handheld camera presentation
- Multi-camera direction
- Live broadcast
- Location reporting
- Camera technique
Module 7: Looking The Part
- Importance of getting your image right
- Visual Messages
- Body language
- Note setting & colors
- Do’s and don’ts of TV makeup
Module 8: Showreel Time: Show Me The Money!
- The ONE big secret to a successful showreel
- Preparation: Subject matter
- Preparation: Types of footage
- Marketing yourself
- Structure & format
- Professional v home-filmed
Module 9: Applying For Jobs: The Good, The Bad And The Big Fat Waste-of-time
- Planning
- What to include in application
- Broadcast trade media
- Finding on-camera experience
- What not to do
- Handling rejection
- Indirect opportunities
- Right place, right time
Module 10: All The Other Things You Wanted To Know About TV Presenting But Were Afraid To Ask!
- Training and qualifications
- Agents
- Salaries
- The Myth of the 4-Hour Week
- PR and media relations
Who is this 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.
Career path
After completing this course, you can:
- 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
You will be required to complete each lesson in full, and answer exams at the end of each course module. If your pass rate exceeds 55% on each exam then you are eligible to access a certificate of achievement or other accreditation options to recognize your achievement.
Most of our courses will earn you credits through Continuing Education (CE) / Continuing Professional Development (CPD). CE/CPD points are accepted and recognized by professional member bodies and academic institutions across the US and internationally.
All courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (www.icoes.org) and the The International Association of Private Career Colleges (www.iapcc.org). When successfully completing a course, students can choose to purchase an ICOES certificate that recognizes the achievement, from this third-party institution.
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. It could involve introducing or hosting a show, reporting on special events, reading the news, interacting with live audiences, or interviewing people 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. Learn how to bring something special to a show by focusing on your strengths and building your own personal brand, this is essential in your approach to becoming a standout TV presenter.
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.
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.
Module 1: The Business We Call Show
- An overview of the business
- The changing face of TV
- Different types of presenting
- Challenges of breaking into the business
Module 2: It Takes A Village To Build A TV Presenter
- The team
- Producers
- Presenter role requirements
- Presenter skillset
- TV terminology
Module 3: Wow! Who’s That Girl (or Boy?)
- Do you have what it takes?
- Knowledge and research
- The ‘wow’ factor
- Fronting a show
- Audience connection
Module 4: A ‘brand’ New You
- Find Your Strengths
- What’s Your USP
- Difference between being a ‘Personality’ and a ‘Presenter’
- Seeing yourself as a ‘brand’
Module 5: Talking The Talk
- How to talk to camera
- Talking to time
- Presenter techniques
- Vocal delivery
- Autocue / teleprompter tips
- Script reading
- Talk back and earpiece training
- Interviewing techniques
Module 6: Are You Ready For Your Close Up?
- Ad-lib presentation
- Script construction and prep’
- Handheld camera presentation
- Multi-camera direction
- Live broadcast
- Location reporting
- Camera technique
Module 7: Looking The Part
- Importance of getting your image right
- Visual Messages
- Body language
- Note setting & colors
- Do’s and don’ts of TV makeup
Module 8: Showreel Time: Show Me The Money!
- The ONE big secret to a successful showreel
- Preparation: Subject matter
- Preparation: Types of footage
- Marketing yourself
- Structure & format
- Professional v home-filmed
Module 9: Applying For Jobs: The Good, The Bad And The Big Fat Waste-of-time
- Planning
- What to include in application
- Broadcast trade media
- Finding on-camera experience
- What not to do
- Handling rejection
- Indirect opportunities
- Right place, right time
Module 10: All The Other Things You Wanted To Know About TV Presenting But Were Afraid To Ask!
- Training and qualifications
- Agents
- Salaries
- The Myth of the 4-Hour Week
- PR and media relations
Who is this 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.
Career path
After completing this course, you can:
- 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
