CMNS2060
Media Interviews
10 Units
Not available in 2014
Previously offered in 2010, 2009, 2005, 2004
Examines a number of strategies required to interpret, analyse and produce media interviews across a range of programs and media platforms. Media Interviews concentrates on the preparation, presentation and production of the interview in both traditional and new media. It analyses the form of the interview in spoken word and visual media, and examines how the way the interview is conducted changes across a range of media and entertainment texts. This course provides students with the opportunity to research, write, record and produce recorded interviews and in the process develop interpersonal and media communication skills.
| Objectives | A student undertaking this course at its conclusion will be able to: 1. Apply theories of communication and informing disciplines to practical problems. 2. Study, analyse and interpret current media interview practice. 3. Produce well-researched, effective and relevant media interviews. 4. Apply digital recording and production skills to produce and present media interviews. |
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| Content | 1. Why interview? 2. Researching your topic 3. Preparing for the interview 4. Asking Questions 5. Listening to Answers 6. Live-to-air interviews 7. Pre-recorded and edited interviews 8. Telephone and remote interviews 9. Interpersonal communication and transactions 10. Recording and production of interviews. |
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| Replacing Course(s) | CMNS3460 - Media Interviewing | ||||||
| Transition | Students who have passed CMNS3460 cannot count CMNS2060 for credit. | ||||||
| Industrial Experience | 0 | ||||||
| Assumed Knowledge | CMNS1230, CMNS1280, or CMNS1290 or an equivalent competency to apply an introductory level of understanding of communication theory. | ||||||
| Modes of Delivery | Internal Mode | ||||||
| Teaching Methods | Lecture
Experience Based Learning Workshop |
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| Contact Hours | Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term Workshop: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term |
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