Objective:

By the end of this course, participants will:
• Analyze media body language and its importance.
• Use body language effectively in front of the camera.
• Develop methods of speaking and verbal communication.
• Interpret facial expressions and their role in media.
• Interpret meanings and implications of handshakes and body movements.

Content:

• Introduction to media body language:
– Importance of body language in the media.
– Role of body language in directing media messages.
– Analyze the unique characteristics of body language in media environment.

• Skills of dealing with camera:
– Camera handling techniques to ensure good presentation in front of the camera.
– Use body language to enhance presence and eye contact.
– Confident expression on the screen.
– Logical responses and avoid embarrassment.

• Speaking style skills:
– Importance of vocal style in effective media and communication.
– Use speaking skills and voice as influencing tools.
– Improve verbal communication with audience and guests.
– Express and control emotions.

• Semantics of facial expressions and eye contact:
– Meanings of facial and eye expressions in media.
– Role of visual communication in delivering media messages.
– Visual expression techniques in dialogues and interviews.

• Implications of handshakes and body movements:
– Importance of handshake in media and public relations.
– Meanings of body movements in media.
– Fear signs on the body and how to overcome them.