From Research to Headlines: Effective Media Communication for Researchers
Duration 1 day
Team Researcher Academy


This face to face course is part of the Researcher Academy's Research Communication Programme and is delivered by Media Players International 

Researcher Academy courses are very popular and the majority are run in both semesters to give you the opportunity to attend at a time of the year that suits you. 

Are you ready to take your media communication skills to the next level? Join our interactive workshop led by highly experienced ex-BBC journalists, who boast decades of experience. They possess a blend of journalistic expertise and training prowess, making them the perfect mentors to elevate your media communication skills.

This comprehensive course is designed to empower participants from diverse academic backgrounds, tailoring exercises and interviews to suit everyone’s area of study.

Why choose this workshop?

  1. Expert Journalist Trainers: Our trainers are not just experienced journalists but also skilled educators who understand the intricacies of media communication. They will provide personalised guidance, ensuring every participant gets the most out of the workshop.
  2. Interactive and Tailored: No matter your field of study, this workshop caters to participants from different backgrounds. Expect exercises and interviews meticulously designed to suit your specific area of expertise.
  3. From Story Elements to On-Camera Interviews: From the basics to advanced techniques, this workshop covers it all. You'll learn to identify the elements of a compelling media story and tackle the challenges of dealing with the media while balancing academic and journalistic approaches.
  4. On-Camera Confidence: Experience the thrill of on-camera interviews! Gain practical insights and tips to excel in front of the lens and analyse your playback to fine-tune your performance.
  5. Templates and Tips: Throughout the workshop, you'll receive valuable examples, templates, and tips to tackle exercises effectively, enhancing your confidence and deepening your understanding of media communication.


Who Should Attend?
This workshop is ideal for researchers, academics, and professionals. Whether you're a seasoned expert or just starting your media journey, this workshop will equip you with the tools you need to communicate your research with the media.


Is this session(s) fully booked?

If this session is fully booked why not fill out this form: https://forms.office.com/e/D3AE4tbBBn - the course leader will then contact you when the next instances are released and available for booking. We also recommend that you add yourself to the waiting list too just in case a place becomes free!



Course Accessibility

The following table shows a summary of what is needed to participate in the course. 

If you feel you will experience any difficulties participating, please let us know via the ‘special requirements’ tab, providing as much information as possible. The special requirements tab can be completed when you book your place. Alternatively, you can contact us directly at ra-training@nottingham.ac.uk.

Access and complete pre-course tasks
(prior to the main session)
Bring your own laptop/ PC to the course (optional)
Access seminar room on campus
Attend the course at the specified date and time
Watch and listen to the course tutor(s) and/ or other attendees
Follow presentation slides during the course
Take part in group activities/ discussions

Booking Conditions

Latecomer policy

Researchers should plan to arrive prior to the advertised course start time. Except for exceptional reasons, there will be no admittance to a Researcher Academy or Faculty Training Programme (FTP) course 15 minutes after the advertised course start time.

Importance of booking commitment

When booking on to a Researcher Academy short course you are entering into a commitment to attend. If you find that you are no longer available to attend you MUST cancel your place (on the system if more than three days before the course) or if at short notice by emailing ra-training@nottingham.ac.uk. This will ensure that your place can be offered to another researcher on the waiting list. Failure to cancel a place results in other researchers missing out on places through the waiting list process.

It is unacceptable for researchers to just not attend when booked onto a course. The Researcher Academy maintains records of those who repeatedly do not attend courses they have booked. This may affect future eligibility to book onto further Researcher Academy courses and will affect considerations for Researcher Academy funded opportunities.

Pre-Requisites

Pre-requisites

 

Course participants will need to complete a short research summary about their own research. This information will be emailed to you separately. 

 

Researchers need to attend 2 out of the 5 courses in Part 1: “Starting your Research Communication Journey” to be awarded the “Starting your Research Communication Journey” badge/certificate.
 

 

 

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