Communicating on Television (226J)

Overview:Learn how to present an editorial, appear as a guest on an interview program, be the host of an interview program, conduct a press conference and use television to train.

Project Speeches:
(Content garnered from member manuals and other Toastmaster clubs and may not be complete)

1) Straight Talk: Effectively present an opinion or viewpoint in a short time. Stimulate a presentation as part of a television broadcast.
Time: 3 minutes, plus or minus 30 seconds.

2) The Talk Show: Understand the dynamics of a television interview or "talk" show. Prepare for the questions that may be asked of you during a television program. Present a positive image on the television camera. Appear as a guest on a simulated television talk show.
Time: 10 minutes, plus or minus 30 seconds.

3) When You're the Host: Conduct a successful television interview. Understand the dynamics of a successful television interview or "talk" show. Prepare questions to ask during the interview program. Present a positive, confident image on the television camera.
Time: 10 minutes, plus or minus 30 seconds.

4) The Press Conference: Understand the nature of a television press conference. Prepare for an adversary confrontation on a controversial or sensitive issue. Employ appropriate preparation methods and strategies for communicating your organization's viewpoint. Present and maintain a positive image on television.
Time: 4-6 minutes for the presentation, 8-10 minutes for question period.

5) Training on Television: Learn how to develop and present an effective training program on television. Receive personal feedback through videotaping of your presentation.
Time: 5-7 minutes for the presentation, plus 5-7 minutes for playback videotape.

 

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