Prerequisites

• Experience in TV presentation.

Course Description

Reading news by professional presenters primarily relies on pre-written scripts, but open coverage is often without a script. Therefore, mental agility, critical thinking, and continuous learning play a pivotal role in a presenter's skills. It is essential to differentiate between mental fitness deviating from the topic of coverage, as well as distinguishing between critical analysis and expressing personal opinions. Since presenters are the face of each channel, their proficiency in open coverage skills supports their professional career and ensures the channel's credibility. This is what the workshop revolves around.

Course Objective

By the end of this workshop, participants will:
• Differentiate between news reading and open coverage.
• Develop open coverage skills.
• Identify and avoid common mistakes made by open coverage presenters.

Course Outline

• Presenter skills for live coverage:
- Live coverage vs. recorded programs and key differences.
- Delivery and voice focus skills.
- Interaction with correspondents and the audience.

• Live coverage skills:
- Preparation for breaking news and emergency coverage.
- Ability to process new information effectively.
- Techniques for engaging with various types of guests.
- How to manage discussions to ensure comprehensive coverage.

• Challenges during live coverage:
- Understand common mistakes.
- Handle unexpected situations.
- Manage stress in the live broadcasts.
- Maintain accuracy and professionalism during live broadcasts.

Course Benefits

• A graduation certificate by Aljazeera Media Institute.