China 2010 Fall Conference

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Communicating On Television

1. Straight Talk
Objectives  
• To effectively present an opinion or viewpoint in a short time
• To stimulate giving a presentation as part of a television broadcast
Time: 3 minutes plus or minus 30 seconds


3. The Talk Show  
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  
Time: 10 minutes plus or minus 30 seconds


4. When You're the Host  
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  
Time: 10 minutes plus or minus 30 seconds


5. The Press Conference
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 ' your organizations viewpoint
• To present and maintain a positive image on television
Time: 4-6 minutes for presentation 8-10 minutes for question period


6. Training On Television  
Objectives  
• To learn how to develop and present an effective training program on television
• To receive personal feedback through the videotaping of your presentation
Time: 5-7 minutes for the presentation, plus 5-7 minutes for playback of the videotape

 
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