January 2026
Beginner
41m
English
on-demand course
Journalism Conduct Great Media Interviews
with Media Training Worldwide, Timothy John Walker
Closed Captioning available in English
Overview
In this 42-minute course, you'll learn how to conduct effective media interviews, craft compelling questions, and maintain a professional presence on camera. Gain practical skills for engaging interviewees and optimizing your content for platforms like YouTube.
What I will be able to do after this course
- Develop interview questions that elicit compelling responses
- Apply journalistic techniques to improve interview quality
- Maintain a professional and engaging on-camera presence
- Create and post interviews on platforms like YouTube
- Incorporate feedback to improve interview performance
Course Instructor(s)
TJ Walker is a globally acclaimed media trainer with over 12 million students worldwide. He has trained Presidents, Nobel Laureates, and Super Bowl champions. Walker has made over 1,000 appearances on major networks and authored bestsellers on media and presentation skills.
Who is it for?
This course is for aspiring interviewers, journalists, or anyone looking to enhance their media interview skills. A basic understanding of media platforms is helpful but not required.
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