Communicating on Television
1. Straight Talk
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3 minutes +/- 30 seconds |
| Objectives: |
- To effectively present an opinion or viewpoint in a short time.
- To stimulate giving a presentation as part of a television broadcast.
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2. The Talk Show
| Time: |
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10 minutes +/- 30 seconds |
| Objectives: |
- To understand the dynamics of a television interview or "talk"
show.
- To prepare for the questions that may be asked of you during a television
interview program.
- To present a positive image on the television camera.
- To appear as a guest on a simulated television talk show.
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3. When You`re the Host
| Time: |
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10 minutes +/- 30 seconds |
| Objectives: |
- To conduct a successful television interview.
- To understand the dynamics of a successful television interview
or "talk" show.
- To prepare questions to ask during the interview program.
- To present a positive, confident image on the television camera.
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4. The Press Conference
| Time: |
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4-6 minutes, plus 8-10 minutes (Q&A) |
| Objectives: |
- To understand the nature of a television press conference.
- To prepare for an adversary confrontation on a controversial or
sensitive issue.
- To employ appropriate preparation methods and strategies for communicating
your organization`s viewpoint.
- To present and maintain a positive image on television.
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5. Training On Television
| Time: |
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5-7 minutes,
plus 5-7 minutes for video playback |
| Objectives: |
- To learn how to develop and present an effective training program
on television.
- To receive personal feedback through the videotaping of your presentation.
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Note: For some speech projects, the presentation
time may also include additional segments for such activities as question-and-answer
periods, depending on the project.