AFTRS has released its latest offering of short course for the winter period.
The courses will focus on Voice Overs, News Radio Fundamentals, Advanced Announcing and Presenting and an Introduction to Radio. Further details are below.
Voice Over
Just having a great voice is not enough – you need the skills to be able to use it properly. Industry experts Gaby Brown (Triple J) and Simon Harvey will give you the techniques to get the best out of your voice to get a start in the voice over industry. This two-day intensive course features numerous practical exercises in the AFTRS state-of-the-art Radio studios. (30 – 31 May)
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News Radio Fundamentals
Need a radio news demo? The role of the Newsreader/Journalist includes research, writing and presenting on air news stories. Over two days, advance your skills in writing and recording news bulletins using NewsBoss® and the latest AAP newswire service in AFTRS’ state of the art facilities. Learn from 2GB news radio expert Jess Campanaro, using industry software and techniques to create a radio news demo of your own! (13 – 14 June)
Advanced Announcing & Presentation
With access to AFTRS’ state-of-the-art studios, you will work together in small groups to choose a subject area and work with Rachel Corbett to plan and present your own show. Plus you’ll be taken through the process of editing the resulting audio and at the conclusion of the course will have the knowledge and skills to begin your own podcast. (20 – 21 June)
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Winter School: Introduction to Radio
Learn essential radio skills from experienced radio industry professionals. In this five day intensive you’ll gain the confidence and skills to begin your career in radio. From roles and responsibilities and announcing and presentation, to editing and studio skills, we’ve got it all covered. “Fabulous, intensive course, immensely hands-on and practical.” (29 June – 3 July)
To view all the AFTRS short courses, visit the website.