Lights, Camera, News Presenter Skills
Year 11 Drama Lesson 6 of 25 Developing Confident On-Camera Presentation
WALT - We Are Learning To
Improve on-camera presentation skills through practice and peer feedback Develop awareness of non-verbal communication, vocal tone, volume, and pace Build confidence in reading and presenting scripted content on camera Create engaging presentations for television audiences
Success Criteria
Complete a practice news segment on camera with confidence Use expressive vocal and physical techniques to engage viewers Provide constructive feedback to peers for improvement Extension: Create a 2-minute personal introduction video
Warm-Up: Voice & Body Preparation
Vocal projection exercises - volume and clarity practice Facial expression exercises using mirrors Posture and gesture practice Discussion: How does body language affect on-camera presence?
Key Elements of On-Camera Presence
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Guided Practice: News Segment Recording
Each student presents a short news segment on camera Focus on eye contact, tone, pace, and body language Record segments for immediate playback and review Use smartphones/tablets or camera setup
Peer Feedback & Reflection
Watch recorded segments in pairs Use feedback checklist: tone, clarity, body language, confidence Sentence starters: 'I liked how you...', 'One thing that could be better is...' Apply feedback for immediate improvement
Reflection & Next Steps
'The camera doesn't lie, but it does reveal confidence and authenticity' Homework: Prepare 2-minute personal introduction video Practice the skills learned today Review your recorded segment at home