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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Identify the elements of effective on-air presentation
   • Listen to various radio programs and identify factors that might attract or alienate listeners
   • Discuss effective presentation styles with colleagues and/or mentors
   • Identify factors that foster positive relationship between presenter and listeners
2. Develop techniques for reading scripted material
   • Break sentences into logical chunks to emphasise key information
   • Use vocal range and vary pace to deliver scripted material naturally
   • Use a range of vocal techniques to aid in communicating information, while taking care of vocal health
   • Check and use correct pronunciation of words
3. Develop techniques for communicating effectively with listeners
   • Speak to listeners in a conversational, one-to-one manner
   • Use strategies to show respect and build rapport with listeners
   • Practise moving naturally between improvised pieces and scripted material
   • Present information that draws listeners into the message being conveyed
   • Experiment with microphone placement to determine optimum position for correct audio levels
4. Contribute to on-air programs
   • Rehearse scripted material to be presented live or pre-recorded
   • Record scripted material for pre-recorded programs with assistance of relevant personnel, according to production requirements
   • Evaluate own performance and seek feedback from colleagues to identify areas for improvement
   • Record material for pre-recorded programs again, as required
   • Deliver finished recording for pre-recorded programs to relevant personnel according to station operating procedures
   • Present agreed program segments live-to-air in conjunction with experienced broadcasters

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

read scripted information in a natural way using a range of vocal techniques, correct pronunciation and appropriate language

identify and use techniques to communicate required messages to listeners

use microphone and recording equipment correctly to deliver pre-recorded and live content, in collaboration with others.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

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Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

explain why it is important for a presenter to build positive relationships with listeners

list and describe factors that could attract or alienate listeners

describe presentation styles and vocal techniques that are used to convey information and situations in which they could be used

describe work health issues as they relate to vocal care.

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