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The aim of this two day course is to provide participants with the resources, storytelling skills and contacts that will enable them to create long form radio documentaries. The course is global in scope and will assist participants in selling their work to broadcasters around the world. Convened by Colm McNaughton, a multi-award winning radio documentary producer, participants will gain an insight into the stories that broadcasters around the world are looking for. In addition part... [More]

AFTRS Announcing & Presentation course is taught by industry practitioners from Australia’s top rating radio stations. Highly practical, course participants will acquire invaluable skills and knowledge that will both enhance and advance their careers. Through a series of lectures and practical exercises participants will have the opportunity to refine live presentation, announcing and script reading, further develop skills pertaining to selecting and preparing radio content, voice s... [More]

This is a great introductory course for anyone 18 + interested in a career in radio. In the course you will develop essential skills in writing, producing and announcing your own radio show in a professional studio. This two day intensive course will include: Communication techniques for radio Using the microphone and vocal technique Interview techniques Announcing and presentation skills Writing for Radio An introduction to the desk and panel operations If you love radio then this ... [More]

If you’re interested in working in the production side of radio, this course is a great hands-on intensive to get you quickly up-to-speed. Be taught by industry experts in a small class and learn how to use a digital radio panel and studio playout and automation systems. Other relevant studio equipment will also be explored. The course will focus upon the following elements: • How to operate the panel, mics and Nexgen to present a music program sequence. •Recording and editing inclu... [More]

Join AFTRS expert radio department for this specialised course aimed at those seeking to develop their radio writing and interviewing skills. Delivered by industry experts this introductory level course will cover the following essentials: Essential radio writing including: the use of colloquial language (write as you speak) achieving the right tone word economy writing for the ear not the eye structuring and writing editorials using facts to build and defend your argument writing f... [More]

Join AFTRS for this specialised course aimed at those seeking to further develop their audio engineering skills. Delivered by industry experts this course will cover the following essentials: introduction to and the theory of audio production developing listening skills and the ability to identify and critique output single and multi track editing Pro Tools – basics sound for commercials and community service announcements imaging, including listening examples, special effects ,trac... [More]

The voice over industry is one of the most exciting and competitive fields within the radio and TV industry. An average day might involve reading straight commercials, performing characters, singing jingles or narrating a corporate video. The next week you might find your own voice on the end of an on hold system or on your favourite radio station. Just having a great voice is like owning an expensive guitar – you need the skills to be able to play it properly. This course has been ... [More]

Don’t get left behind- take a leadership role in the new ‘radio’ Radio is no longer limited to traditional broadcasting channels. Today, it is a powerful cross-platform force with the web playing an increasingly important role. Join the experts at AFTRS for a two day intensive course that will prepare you for the greater opportunities and challenges in the rapidly evolving age of digital broadcasting. You will learn ‘ what you need to know’ including: Website structure and content m... [More]

Interviews can explore the emotional landscape of a person, uncover facts and/or just purely entertain. They are crucial to creating the heart of a story. This course equips students with the essential skills for conducting potent documentary interviews across a variety of genres. Different techniques are examined such as: the interrogator, the confidant, the innocent, the peer, the conversationalist, the superstar and the foil as well as the ethical issues that arise with filming r... [More]

This two-day workshop will outline the process and importance of sound design and how it weaves through your script, creating atmosphere through soundscape. It will introduce you to the technical and creative skills that will allow you to produce your own short radio feature with a clearer understanding of the technical process of the sound post production pathway. This is a hands-on computer lab course, all software and hardware is provided by AFTRS for the duration of the course. ... [More]