Course Description
This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and techniques involved in broadcast presentation. Students will learn about voice-over techniques, on-camera performance, news anchoring, and interviewing. The course will equip students with the skills necessary to deliver engaging and informative broadcasts.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
• Demonstrate effective voice-over techniques.
• Deliver clear and concise on-camera presentations.
• Anchor newscasts with confidence and professionalism.
• Conduct informative and engaging interviews.
• Understand the role of broadcast presentation in media communication.
Course Format
This course will be a combination of lectures, discussions, hands-on exercises, and guest lectures from experienced broadcast professionals. Students will have opportunities to practice their skills through role-playing and simulated broadcasts.
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Broadcast Presentation
• The role of the broadcast presenter
• Types of broadcast presentations (news, sports, entertainment)
• Elements of effective broadcast presentation (voice, delivery, appearance)
Module 2: Voice-Over Techniques
• Vocal exercises and warm-ups
• Pronunciation and articulation
• Pace and rhythm
• Inflection and emphasis
Module 3: On-Camera Performance
• Camera presence and awareness
• Body language and gestures
• Facial expressions
• Eye contact
Module 4: News Anchoring
• Anchoring techniques (teleprompter, ad-lib)
• News script structure
• Newscast pacing and timing
• Handling breaking news
Module 5: Interviewing
• Preparing for interviews
• Conducting effective interviews
• Asking open-ended questions
• Handling difficult interviewees
Module 6: Broadcast Production
• Understanding broadcast production workflows
• Working with camera crews and directors
• Coordinating with production teams
• Using studio equipment
Module 7: Broadcast Ethics and Legal Issues
• Defamation and libel laws
• Ethical considerations in broadcast presentation
• Fairness and objectivity
• Diversity and inclusion in broadcasting