Media Ready: Handling Interviews Under Pressure
Media interview skills training
A practical session designed to prepare individuals and teams for real media scrutiny. Participants are guided through how interviews actually unfold, including difficult questioning, live scenarios and staying on message without sounding scripted. This is not theory based.…
Communication Skills Practice
Feedback / Difficult Conversations
Public Speaking
Roleplay / Simulation
Workshop
Description
A practical session designed to prepare individuals and teams for real media scrutiny. Participants are guided through how interviews actually unfold, including difficult questioning, live scenarios and staying on message without sounding scripted.
This is not theory based. Attendees take part in realistic interview exercises with direct feedback on delivery, tone and clarity. The focus is on helping people stay composed, credible and in control, even when questions become challenging or unexpected. Ideal for spokespeople, leadership teams and anyone likely to face press or public questioning.
The session will be recorded in parts, and played back to get a real insight into how you present yourself.
Benefits
- Build confidence in high pressure interview situations
- Learn how to stay on message without sounding rehearsed
- Improve ability to handle difficult or unexpected questions
- Develop calm, controlled delivery under scrutiny
- Strengthen credibility when representing an organisation publicly
- Reduce risk of miscommunication or off-the-cuff errors
Hosted by Alex Iszatt
About the Host
I’m a broadcast journo, using my knowledge and skills to deliver media training and public speaking skills to individuals and groups across all sectors.
I tailor training to individuals, ensuring they can handle real media scenarios; from interviews and crisis response to on camera delivery and message control. The focus is on making people clear, credible and in control of what they’re saying, even under pressure.
Focus Areas
Development/Coaching
Location
London, UK
Languages
English
Corporate Experience
Significant
Session Types Offered
Interactive & Passive
Past Experience Doing Sessions
Yes - Interactive
Past Clients
Crown Media, Media First, Metropolitan Police, Warwickshire Police
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