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12/08/2023

If you have ever wanted to push Gemma-Leigh James out of a plane this is as close as you can do it without getting arrested! 🤪😂😂

RAFA Jumps: 2023 - JustGiving

13/06/2023

Get this amazing offer of £19.99 now, 3 days left before all courses revert to original price. https://courses.presenteracademy.com/tv-presenting-training-courses

13/06/2023

Social media content creator expert, Stefanos Antypas tells us how to make successful video content and leverage your platform to boost your TV Presenting opportunities. Full episode here:
https://youtu.be/oJNjTtKSSoI

21/01/2023

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03/08/2022

Get your presenting career started now: https://courses.presenteracademy.com/tv-presenter-masterclass

13/07/2022

If you missed the webinar last Saturday here's the replay. Enjoy

https://courses.presenteracademy.com/pl/2147600644

26/04/2022

25/04/2022

03/03/2022

📖 Happy World Book Day 📖

Have you got your copy of Presenting for TV & Screen: The Essential Guide?

Our step-by-step guide shows you how to understand your audience and communicate effectively on camera by guiding you through key principles and essential techniques.

What’s covered?
➡️Having ultimate confidence and charisma on camera
➡️Scripting vs ad-libbing
➡️Mastering the teleprompter
➡️Creating professional homemade videos
➡️Working in a TV studio and the tools of the trade
➡️How to make interviews informative & entertaining
➡️Branding yourself and how to get work as a presenter

You can order your copy from Waterstones, WH Smith or Amazon. ➡️ https://amzn.to/35nLY7g

18/02/2022

Hats off to Jerry, who has been providing people with incredible commentary. 👏👏👏

Stay Safe.



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us live from London Heathrow Airport as Storm Eunice hits the UK. Chat will be opened up to all subscribers shortly before ...

18/02/2022

This is exciting news. Well Done to Niall. 👏👏👏👏
His TikTok videos certainly keep us entertained.

Welcome to the family Niall Gray 👋

He'll be bringing us all the backstage exclusives throughout the series on the TikTok!

07/02/2022

Presentation skills are essential in almost every sector, and most of us will be forced to give presentations at some point in our careers. Some people take this in their stride, others find it more challenging.

👍The good news is, that presenting skills can be improved with the right training and practice.

Read our latest blog

Want to become more confident and comfortable on camera? We'll show you the presenting skills you must know before stepping in front of the camera.

17/01/2022

Talking to the camera isn't easy 🤯 but with some simple guidance you can improve the way you present on YouTube videos, Vlogs and Zoom meetings.

Check Brian's video on "How to talk to the camera: Naturally".

Talking to the camera isn't easy but with some simple guidance you can improve the way you present on YouTube videos, Vlogs, Zoom meetings....... in fact any...

11/01/2022

What are the qualities of a good presenter? 🗣️

https://presenteracademy.com/blog/what-are-the-qualities-of-a-good-presenter/

What makes a good presenter? That’s a question we get asked a lot by those taking our TV presenter courses. In our blog, we give you the definitive answer.

24/12/2021

Have a lovely Christmas and New Year from all of us at Presenter Academy.

23/12/2021

Still time to get your Gift Vouchers.🎄🎁
Available for our online courses and mentoring sessions.
Send us a DM or email us [email protected]
https://presenteracademy.com/

23/12/2021

How to Maintain Momentum During the Festive Holidays? 🎅🏻🎄

The business is winding down for the festive holidays it’s also a hectic, emotionally charged season that presents some real challenges while we still face some uncertainty due to the pandemic. The holiday season can be a time for reflection and a welcome change. So here are some things you can do if you’re looking to maintain some momentum as a presenter or creative.

https://presenteracademy.com/blog/how-to-maintain-momentum-during-the-festive-holidays/

The holiday season can be a time for reflection and a welcome change so here’s some things you can do if you’re looking to maintain some momentum.

11/12/2021

“Presenting for TV and Screen: The essential guide" is the ideal gift or stocking filler this Christmas for someone looking to get into TV Presenting. Whether they’re an entrepreneur, a social media influencer or someone looking to make a name for themselves.

Order your copy now in time for Christmas. Available now from Amazon, Waterstones, WH Smith and all other book stores.

https://presenteracademy.com/blog/looking-for-the-ideal-gift-or-stocking-filler/

Presenting for TV and Screen: The essential guide is the ideal Christmas Gift for someone looking to get into TV Presenting.

10/12/2021

CASTING****CASTING****CASTING

Lovely casting just in for a one day Job in Brent Cross on 21st Dec. Please only apply if you are available and fit the breakdown below:

Male or Female Presenter 28 to 40, confident, authentic with the persona for a corporate film showcasing an upmarket housing development.

This is paid above BSF plus reasonable travel.

Email: [email protected] with a link to your showreel.

Good luck

Brian

09/12/2021

2020 was a tough year for everyone for so many reasons, with lockdowns majorly changing how businesses operate. It’s something that caused a huge jump in remote working and the use of platforms like Zoom. You’ve likely already used it many times, but were you happy with how you looked?

Check out our blog on 6 Essential Tips on How to Look Great on Zoom

https://presenteracademy.com/blog/6-essential-tips-on-how-to-look-great-on-zoom-calls/

Thanks to covid-19, more and more people are using Zoom. Want to look great when presenting on the platform?. Here we offer 6 essential tips on doing just that.

18/11/2021

Good News! After being sold out for a number of weeks....Presenting for TV and Screen: The Essential Guide paperback copies are now back in stock! Kindle version is also available.

Order your copy today on Amazon and get our special offer on our presenter membership.

It’s been 2 years in the making, but Presenting for TV & Screen : The Essential Guide is here! Pre-order today & take your presenting skills to the next level.

16/11/2021

BBC’s The Mindset are casting for a new team of Mind Set coaches aged between 15-19.

They’re looking for 12 young people to be part of the campaign. Four who were the last to sit their GCSE or National 5 exams in 2019, four who got teacher assessed grades in 2020, and four who are expected to sit their exams in 2022.

They’re looking for young people who would make a good mentor to other students and feel confident sharing their tips on how to survive exam season. They’re looking for students who can offer some sound advice to others and would love the opportunity to appear on TV and Radio.

To apply: Students or parents should email us at [email protected]

The application email should include:
What exams they are due to sit and what grades they hope to achieve or the date they sat their exams, subjects and grades achieved.
What their best piece of advice to pass on to other students taking exams would be.
In less than 100 words, why they would make a great mentor to other students taking exams.
Contact details. If under 18: a parent/guardian’s email address and phone number.

Please note: If under 18, they need permission from a parent or guardian and should provide the following information: Parent/guardian name, phone number, email address. (They should also CC the email address into their application email so that they can give their consent)

You can find information on our casting and the previous films on BBC Bitesize using the links below, or by searching “Meet the Mind Set BBC Bitesize”, in Google.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z3hpgdm
bbc.in/3oFsJvB

If you have any further questions about BBC’s The Mind Set please don’t hesitate to contact them.

Details below 👇

15/11/2021

That feeling when you get the call to say you've got the audition!! Who's done this recently?

06/10/2021

Well Done George 👏

https://amp-theguardian-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/amp.theguardian.com/society/2021/sep/22/im-loving-life-says-george-webster-first-cbeebies-presenter-with-downs-syndrome

George Webster, a 21-year-old actor from Leeds, was overwhelmed by the reaction to his first BBC show

20/09/2021

Such a shame. ☹️ But just shows you even the most talented and successful people still get rejected. Keep knocking on those doors!!

20/09/2021

Talking to the camera can be really scary. The idea of speaking to a faceless audience can be so intimidating, along with the idea everyone is judging you,it brings people out in a cold sweat.

Having a natural demeanour is an important part of effective presentation , as without it, your audience is likely to switch off from what you’ve got to say.



Here's some tips On How to Talk to The Camera In a Natural Way
https://presenteracademy.com/blog/10-tips-on-how-to-talk-to-the-camera-in-a-natural-way/

To engage your audience while presenting, you need to speak naturally or you risk losing their attention. Come with us as we offer 10 tips to help you along.

14/09/2021

There was a time when presenter training was only needed by those in the TV industry, however, thanks to advances in technology, cameras are everywhere. They’re on our laptops, smartphones and even in our TVs and because of the existence of platforms like Zoom and Instagram Live, the need for authentic and relaxed presentation skills is that much greater.

Effective presentation is so important, the average attention span when watching a video is around 8 seconds, so you’ve haven’t got long to grab & retain the attention of your audience.

Don’t worry if your talents in this regard aren’t quite up to scratch, we offer top quality presentation skills training to help you develop them at the Presenter Academy.

Here's 5 tips on the mistakes you need to avoid to become the presenter you need to be when in front of any kind of camera.

https://presenteracademy.com/blog/effective-presentation-to-camera-5-common-mistakes-to-avoid/

Presenting to camera is everywhere these days thanks to platforms like Zoom, so being effective when doing so is key. Here’s five common mistakes to avoid.

07/09/2021

Ever wondered what draws us to certain presenters?
Check out our new on the secrets to 5 Crucial Factors That Draw in Viewers

https://presenteracademy.com/blog/5-crucial-factors-that-draw-viewers-to-your-presenting-style/

Natural, effective presentation is a valuable skill, with those that have the skills drawing us in more with every word. Here we explain the factors involved.

06/09/2021

How do you feel when you have to present on camera? Do you feel confident, relaxed, and know how to get your key messages across in a way that will have a desired impact on your audience?

According to Forbes, 90% of customers say product videos helps them decide to buy, while Animoto say 64% say watching a video makes them more likely to buy and 97% of marketers say video has helped increase user understanding of their product or service according to HubSpot.

Enjoy it or not, presenting to camera is now part of business and having good camera presentation skills will not only help you inform and educate your audience but will also demonstrate your leadership skills, so you’ll gain authority.

Check out our blog for 5 benefits of having good camera presentation skills...

https://presenteracademy.com/blog/benefits-of-strong-camera-presentation-skills-training/

Presenting to camera is now part of business and having good camera presentation skills will help you inform and educate your audience. Here are 5 benefits of having good camera presentation skills.

31/08/2021

There are two questions that we get asked a lot from presenters; “Where do I get Presenter Jobs?” and “Where do I find presenter castings?”. This can be challenging especially if you’re a new presenter with limited or no experience, credits, or an agent.

The most successful presenters who get regular work know where to look for opportunities, they know how to build strong relationships and are always making new connections. They’re constantly absorbing themselves in the industry and know everything that’s going on.

Check out our 10 websites that every presenter should know about.

https://presenteracademy.com/blog/10-websites-presenters-should-know-about/

Looking for presenter jobs? The most successful presenters who get regular work know where to look for opportunities, they know how to build strong relationships and are always making new connections. Here is 10 websites that every presenter should know about.