Media and communications skills course in Wellington. 20-21 June, 2013

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The Science Media Centreis running a two-day media and communications skills course in Wellington, 20-21 June 2017.

There is more info on our website: http://www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/media-savvy-workshops/ Designed specifically to equip scientists with theskills and confidence they need to engage effectively with the wider public through broadcast, print and social media. Participants will gain practical techniques to improve their communication, protect their credibility, capture attention and adapt their message to different audiences. A fullscholarship is available for one qualifying postgraduate student who shows exceptional promise in the field of science communication.

Applications close Friday 24 May, 2017

What previous participants have to say about SAVVY: I honestly thought this was an amazing course. We had just enough time to cover the important things, were exposed to some great people and got a real insight into the media world with hands-on experience. I had done media training before, but the science focus of this one made it miles better. The workshop was very well-organised and run. I thought I would gain an insight into media, however I learned a lot about how much power I have as a scientist.  [SAVVY] helped me to workshop the narrative of my research, which Ill use in funding bids, papers, etc. Great pro-active, forthright interview tips. I had high hopes for this course, and the reality has greatly exceeded what I had expected. When it comes to it, I am sure I will still be nervous at interview time, but the tools I learnt here will equip me well and give me enough confidence to not turn down opportunities any more.

Kind regards,
Dacia Herbulock

Senior Media Advisor  Science Media Centre (NZ) Ph:+64 4 499 5476
M:+64 21 230 8938 E:dacia@sciencemediacentre.co.nz
www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz