Engaging Media Communications for Academics

26 June 2019

A full day workshop on public engagement through the media with two experienced former BBC journalists.

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With an increasing focus on your research having an impact beyond the academy it is important for researchers to have the skills and to feel comfortable talking to the media. This workshop provides an exciting opportunity to get in-depth knowledge and practical hands-on media training from two experienced BBC producers and journalists, Claire Bolderson and Caroline Finnegan. Up to five volunteers will be filmed being interviewed on their chosen subjects and constructively critiqued.

Veteran TV journalists, Claire Bolderson and Caroline Finnegan, will guide you through the process of refining your academic work into a story that is accessible to a wider audience. Practical exercises and examples will be used to help you get the best results.

• How do you draw people in with hooks and angles?
• How do you tell your story without over simplifying it? 
• How to use social media to get greater exposure for your work
• How to perform effectively in a media interview - preparation, appearance and content delivery tips

Up to five volunteers will be interviewed on their chosen subjects. The on camera interviews will be played back and constructively critiqued. At the end of the day, you will have a better understanding of how to use mainstream and social media to gain a wider audience for your research. 

Additional info:

This session is open to researchers from the Social Sciences Division and the Humanities Division.