If the goal is to become a better communicator, we’ve always believed that practice makes perfect

Become a better communicatorOne of the most interesting experiences any of us can have is to watch and listen to ourselves on video. They say the camera never lies, yet when we see ourselves on video we are often introduced to someone whom we’ve seemingly never met. From our mannerisms to the inflection of our voices, you may project a totally different “you” in real life than the image you’ve carried with you in your head. At Media Training Worldwide, we turn the camera on our clients to give them a glimpse into how they communicate in a business setting. By doing so, and by incorporating our many other training techniques, we can set them on a path to becoming better communicators moving forward.

Each and every one of us is unique when it comes to how we communicate. This fact alone disqualifies any and all “cookie cutter” formats when it comes to improving your public speaking skills. We’ve always based our training on the individual needs of each client, and take the time to get to know about our clients and their specific needs before training begins. No matter your needs, however, you can count on spending a great deal of time in front of the camera.

If this idea fills you with dread you are not alone. Who among us wants to be recorded in interview situations, then forced to watch ourselves while enduring constructive critiques? The answer should be all of us!  While our training sessions are comprised of a great deal more than just on-camera work, this is the most important step of the entire training process. The best thing about it is that there is nothing at all to fear from being recorded and reviewing your performance. In fact, we think you’ll find the process as fun as it is enlightening.

We offer half day, one day and two day workshops and training seminars that will allow you to put our innovative training principles into practice for yourself. You still may not completely believe that you have what it takes to become an effective public speaker and communicator, but we promise that the ability resides within you. As with anything practice makes perfect, and we’ll provide the tools and techniques by which you can markedly improve your skills.

We can help you to make public speaking one of your strengths

Are your communication skills where they need to be in order to facilitate the type of business success you want? Many otherwise skilled professionals in industries across the board still harbor a fear of presentations and public speaking, yet within that fear there lies an opportunity.Public Speaking Media Training Worldwide, a New York-based media and presentation speaking training firm, reminds you that if you want to become a more effective communicator you can. And when the success of your business depends on it you absolutely should!

Media Training Worldwide provides more media and presentation training workshops than any other company in the world. Our clients are successful in their fields, yet want to improve in the areas of:

Admitting that you need polishing in these areas is a proactive and admirable move, and bodes well for your career moving forward. Whether you visit us in our Times Square based TV and Presentation Training Studio or we bring our video equipment and workshops directly to you, you’ll benefit from innovative training techniques that promise to upgrade your communication skills.

As with any task there is nothing like doing, and we’ll help you to learn by placing you directly in front of the cameras and in the settings in which you are seeking to improve. We can simulate any media or public speaking situation you may encounter, and the best part about what we do is that we tailor your training specifically to suit you and your needs. Ours is no “one size fits” all type of training program. We take the time to get to know our clients, and provide not only half day, full day and two day programs but also a continuing education process that allows you to continue to hone your skills after your in-person training is complete.

The idea of stepping before a video camera, watching your performance and receiving instructional critiques may seem daunting. This process is not about tearing you down, however, it is about building you up. We make the training process fun and inspiring, and will set you on a path that will allow you to master any and all media opportunities.

Each and every one of us can become better public speakers. At Media Training Worldwide we’ve committed ourselves to helping talented and ambitious people like you to become comfortable, confident and engaging in public settings. Join us, and move toward a day when public speaking is one of your strengths!

How To Build a Professional Broadcast TV Studio for Less Than $2,000

Media Training Worldwide CEO TJ Walker Shows How To Biuld an in-house TV Studio for Less than $2,000.

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Total Cost of Equipment: $1,675

Logitech C920 HD Pro Webcam

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/832460-REG/Logitech_960_000764_C920.html

Snowball USB Condenser Microphone with Ringer Shock Mount

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- One light in front of you that is diffused, about 30 degrees to one side (this minimizes shadows)

- One light in front of you that is more directional, this adds “highlights”, it should be about 20 degrees on the opposite side of the ‘fill’ light.

- One light behind you pointing forward (helps separate you from the background). TIP: Keep this one high so you don’t get a glare on the camera lens.

- One light (more if needed) on the background to prevent any shadows from the person

- TIP: To achieve a professional look what you want is very few shadows on the face, a highlight on the shoulder and hair (this comes from the backlight) and no shadows reflecting on the background.

- You may need to test different setups, adding and removing different lights, and possibly varying the distance between the subject and the background.

WireCast Software (to mix additional cameras, images, or clips, LIVE!)

http://www.telestream.net/wire-cast/overview.htm

Backdrop from MagicPrinting USA — located in Massachusetts

http://www.magicprintingusa.com/

approximately 6′ x 8′
“dye sublimation fabric”
NOTE: the further away you plan to sit the larger the background will need to be.

Image will be scaled when printed 1″ = 1′
Original image should be at least 300 dpi. Better if it is 600 or 900.

We used Velcro option as a fastener. Hooks on back of canvas, soft side of Velcro on wall. Other options are also available from Magic Printing.

TIP: to fake added depth you can “blur” the background image before printing. This works great in smaller spaces.