Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

TV presenting for beginners

Have you ever thought "I could do that, but where do I start"? Discover your TV presenting potential. You will learn how to present to camera, read autocue, memorise a piece to camera, interview and talk to time.

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Key course information

Dates
01/10/11 - 02/10/11

Day(s)
Sat-Sun

Duration
1 week

Time
10:30 - 17:30

Fees
Full fee: £120
Senior fee: £120
Concession: £60

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
DT036*

Availability
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drama@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2542

Course outline

What is the course about?

Discovering your TV presenting potential.

What topics will we cover?

We will address confidence and techniques associated with presenting to camera, reading autocue, writing and memorising short scripts, interviewing and talking to time.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Present confidently to camera.
Read autocue.
Conduct an interview.
Talk to time.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This is a reasonably fast-paced course for Beginners. No prior TV presenter training is required and it is suitable for those who have or do not have a performance background. Good communication skills are required.
In order to get the most from the course you will be able to:
• Speak English fluently and clearly.
• Read a script accurately.
• Give and receive constructive feedback.
• Take notes.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

We will do practical sets of exercises which will be recorded on camera and played back with helpful constructive comments.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Recommended reading: ‘So You Want to be a TV Presenter?’ by Kathryn Wolfe, published by Nick Hern Books,
ISBN 978 1 84842 062 5. Please bring a notepad and pen.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

TV Presenting – Stage 2, Children’s TV presenting, TV Presenting Auditions, Introductory drama courses, Vocal tuition, Radio presenting.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2542

drama@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in advice During term-time: Monday & Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 17.30 - 18.30 Non term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 Wednesday 17.30 - 18.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
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