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The world’s media is changing fast and The Thomson Foundation is keeping pace. Our expert consultants are helping journalists, media organisations and NGO’s around the world to adapt; satisfying audience demand for faster and better information.
Over the years tens of thousands of broadcasters around the world have been trained by The Thomson Foundation.
From broadcast journalism to digital editing, from current affairs talk shows to revenue management, our specialist consultants cover the broadest possible range of production, technical, managerial, thematic or legal needs.
Each course is specially designed. There is no ‘off the shelf’ approach. Our training team builds each course specifically to the needs of clients and participants. Here are some examples:
JUST ANNOUNCED FOR 2010: Television Skills
Duration: Four weeks. Location: Cardiff. Dates: May 31 to June 25, 2010
Course Description:
With a reputation as one of the most prestigious and intensive television training courses of its kind, the Television Skills Programme is designed to test and expand the skills of professionals worldwide.
Who’s it for:
If you’re a mid-career television reporter or producer ready to take the next step on the editorial ladder, this course is for you. From day one, you’ll be thrown into a hard news cycle, competing with the established media and working alongside dedicated professionals from several countries.
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JUST ANNOUNCED FOR 2010: Radio Skills
Duration: Four weeks. Location: Cardiff. Dates: June 21 to July 16, 2010
Course summary
This highly-practical course is for journalists who want to rise to the challenge of the digital age, making the most of new technology, techniques and information sources, including social media.
Journalists can expect an intensely practical course, with opportunities to meet working journalists from the UK and explore a wide range of approaches to radio reporting.
Who’s it for
Professional radio journalists (reporters and producers) working at intermediate level or above, who want to consolidate and develop their skills. This course will be of particular interest to radio professionals with analogue production skills who need to work with digital media.
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Advanced/Refresher Video Journalism Training Workshop
Course Description:
The course is designed for practising Video Journalists who would like to develop their storytelling, camera and editing skills. The aim is to increase technical ability and build confidence.
Who’s it for:
Practicing video journalists who have the basic skills of camera operation with a Sony PD170, Z1, Z7, a Panasonic P2 or similar VJ camera. They will also have basic editing skills using including Avid Xpress Pro, Newscutter, Media Composer software or Apple Final Cut Pro.
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Radio Programming and Production
Course description:
This course concentrates on the development of programme-making techniques and professional production values for the benefit of listeners. It examines various methods of audience-building through research, scheduling and promotion and emphasise the unique qualities of radio as a medium, able to establish ‘personality’ and stimulate strong, audience loyalties. All genres will be covered and the strengths and weakness of formats, such as mixed speech and music live sequences,
Who’s it for:
Radio professionals working in news and current affairs; general programme production; presentation (including self-operation); output and resources management; promotions and advertising; online services.
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TV News
Course description:
Establishing the frameworks for good broadcast news coverage means having a team who can get the basics right, every time. This course introduces beginners in broadcast news to the writing, filming and production techniques that make a strong TV news package.
Who’s it for:
Those who need to either brush up on skills or be introduced to the key guidelines for broadcast news.