Interviewing Skills Training

This course is designed to give delegates an understanding of how to conduct successful interviews for use in blogs, podcasts, vlogs and other digital media.

Those attending will learn about the different styles of interviews and how to adapt them for different platforms as well as planning, structuring and editing an interview. Delegates should bring a device that records audio and/or video – e.g. a smartphone/tablet/camera + headphones, mic and editing software.

Course Outline
The basics

• What is an interview?
• Different interview styles and formats
• What makes a successful interview?

Planning and Research

• Selecting suitable interviewees
• How to plan and prepare your interview
• Researching your interview

Equipment and Recording

• Equipment overview
• Essential recording techniques

Interviewing Skills

• Tips to get the best out of your interviews
• Body language
• What to ask
• Structuring an interview

Editing

• Overview of editing interviews
• Tips for effective editing
• Adding sound effects
• Using clips

Practical Exercises

• Opportunities to practice new skills and interview techniques