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Insightful interviewing is an essential component of factual programme making. It’s a skill that can be learnt and honed and this course is designed to equip with you the technical, creative, and interpersonal skills needed to obtain high-quality interviews.
From actuality interviews to formal sit-downs, we will spend two days developing your interviewing skills and experimenting with different techniques and approaches through a series of discussions and practical exercises. It’s aimed at anyone who conducts interviews for factual programmes – from researchers to PD’s and Series Producers – whether you’re starting out or a seasoned programme maker.
The course will run in a small group setting with a maximum of 8 participants. Part of the course will involve the use of state-of-the-art broadcast equipment but it’s not essential to have prior skills in operating this equipment.
Course Content:
- Different forms, approaches and styles of interview
- Preparation, planning and structuring
- Using available light and different lighting set-ups
- Focal length, framing and depth of field
- Putting contributors at ease and building trust
- Expectations and boundaries
- Active listening and asking difficult questions
- Aftercare for yourself and your contributor
This course is aimed at anyone who conducts interviews for factual programmes – from researchers to PD’s and Series Producers – whether you’re starting out or a seasoned programme maker.
