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Some comments from just a small sample of
the many people visiting us each
year, telling us what they gained
from our radio presenter training
courses. Just
scroll down to see all our
testimonials.
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Steve Burnett - Midlothian
2010 |
Thoroughly
enjoyed it!
I took away a
lot of learning
points from the
course, which
will hopefully
make me a better
radio presenter.
Link content and
speed of
delivery were
key points for
me. It was
also very
interesting to
see an
alternative
playout system,
to the one that
I currently use.
Note: Steve has worked at
Black Diamond FM for three
years, having been introduced to
the world of radio by a friend.
He's now keen to use the new
skills within his shows on the
radio station. Later, he
hopes to use our Radio Show
Appraisal service.
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Keith Gunson - Liverpool
2010 |
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I found it extremely useful.
The most fun I've had in
years! I've always
wanted to do this since aged
14, but lost my way a bit.
Having been advised to take
some training, for the
band's pirate radio show,
it's proved invaluable.
If you want to get your foot
on the ladder, get into
hospital, or community
radio. Just do it!
I would definitely recommend
it!
Note: Keith is a member of
the Liverpool based band
Caroline 199. The band,
along with Radio London, present
a multi-media show, which traces
the history of 1960s pirate
radio. The band themselves
have appeared over 80 times at
the world famous Cavern Club!
Check out their website at
www.caroline199.co.uk
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Muhammad Naveed Iqbal -
Sheffield
2009 |
The one-to-one
radio presenter
course was a
great
experience!
All my questions
were answered.
Usually, before
I asked them!
A very well
structured
course and being
one-to-one, it
was geared to my
own ability.
I sent the
sample links to
my brother and
he didn't
realise that it
was me!
Definitely, the
credit
goes to you,
David, for
that! In
addition, the
training has
enabled me to
broadcast a show
on BCR 103.1 FM!
Note: Muhammad has just completed
a Masters in Banking and
Finance. He is now looking to
work full-time within banking or
commerce. But, like many
of us, radio is in his blood and
he wishes to pursue some
part-time, or voluntary, radio
work. With this mind, he
has been actively looking at
hospital and community radio
stations in his immediate and
surrounding area... with
success!
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David and Graham Collins - Ellesmere Port
2009 |
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(From Graham) Many
thanks for your patience and
time. The day was
fantastic. Having done
some hospital radio work, I
wanted to look at the
computer playout system and
hear about the latest
thoughts and policies of the
radio industry. Plus,
at the same time, get my
son, David, trained up with
the skills of being a good
radio presenter. He's
already involved with
internet radio, but wants to
progress further. The
day got us both much more
focused and in control.
Note: The 'one-to-one' radio
training course can be delivered
to a maximum of two clients at a
time. Whilst it is
technically no longer
one-to-one, we do incorporate
individual coaching, recordings
and appraisals. The day
is, of course, longer. We
offer this two person option at
a special price of just £300 (no
VAT). Just £150 per
client.
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Kate White - Chorley
2009 |
I really enjoyed
the course and
have learnt a
lot from it.
David was great
and answered all
my questions,
before I asked
them!
Working on show
content was very
useful and the
Myriad playout
system was so
easy
to use. I
would recommend
the training
course to anyone
who wants to get
work in radio,
or brush up
their current
skills.
Great lunch by
the way! I
can't wait to do
my demo!
Note: As part of a
local radio
station's
'Street Team',
Kate has got the
radio bug!
She's now
practicing the
skills and will
be back to
record her
demo!
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Rhiannon Dawson -
Perth
2009
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I found the course really useful and
particularly enjoyed practicing the
weather and travel scripts.
The training was conducted in a
professional manner and it was very
interesting to use the Myriad
playout system and learn some of its
abilities.
Note: Aged 15, Rhiannon landed a
programme on Ross FM - a
temporary radio project, run by
MFR. More recently, she
has been given help and advice
by Heartland FM and is keen to
get back behind the microphone,
with current radio industry
skills. |
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Nigel Cotton -
Alderley Edge
2009 |
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A very informative course
and good fun! The time
really flew. As
someone with no radio
experience, this training
course provided me with my
first great steps into the
world of radio!
Note: An accountant by trade,
Nigel also has a thriving DJ
business. He is now
looking to practice the skills
he learnt from the course and
get on the air. Be it
voluntary, or paid. Down
the line, Nigel will be taking
up one of our two radio demo
options.
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Isabelle Lawrence - London
2009 |
I learnt so much
more than I
imagined.
The guidance is
priceless.
Even if you have
some radio
experience, The
Radio Surgery
course helps you
with vital key
skills and
allows you to
work on your own
ideas for show
content.
But, they will
also advise you
if they think
your ideas are
not quite right.
I am
really pleased
with the demo
mix and also the
comments that
Steve made. Thanks very
much. I
will definitely
stay in touch!
Note: Isabelle
spent two days
with us.
The first being
our one-to-one
radio presenter
course and the
following day
recording her
radio demo. Isabelle needed
a demo quickly
and sounded
great. We
wish her well!
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Oliver Kester -
London
2009 |
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A good overall technical
tour of what you need to
know as a radio presenter.
Also, how to present a radio
show, using current radio
industry skills. A
very useful day!
Note: Oliver's background is film
and television, but he is soon to
work in far-east radio.
Whilst in Britain, he braved
'The Day of The Great Snow'
and travelled from London and
back, in one day, to come on the
one-to-one radio presenter
course. Leaving Euston at
05:47, he had over eight hours
of training and was back in
London by midnight.
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Tony Catanzaro ('The Jazz
Tourist') - Diverse FM Luton
2009 |
David (tutor)
has a wealth of
knowledge, which
is clearly
demonstrated in
the professional
manner in which
he easily
communicates his
vast knowledge &
experience of
the radio &
broadcasting
industry. The
day enabled me
to ask questions
on the many
facets of radio,
from the use of
the broadcasting
management
control system
(Myriad),
through to
keeping
listeners
interested in
one’s programme.
Having been
involved in
radio for some
time the
opportunity to
improve on one’s
skills is
unlimited. The
Radio Surgery
significantly
added to my
knowledge in
both theoretical
and practical
terms, with many
hints and tips.
The whole day
was very
rewarding,
culminating with
much advice on
possible
progression
routes. I
would like to
thank The Radio
Surgery for a
great learning
experience.
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Liam Hincks -
Wirral
2009 My experience at The Radio Surgery has not
only opened my eyes to the world of radio,
but also taught me a great deal out how I
can progress, and the work needed to do so.
With the friendly service and tutoring, I
would recommend this course to anyone who is
keen to progress in radio.
Note: At 18, Liam
is soon to leave
college and
gearing up for
university.
Although he
isn't looking to
pursue a
full-time career
in radio (at
this stage!), he
is wanting to
get his foot on
the ladder.
He was advised
to contact The
Radio Surgery by
a member of
Juice FM.
So, a big thanks
to them!
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Adam Lewis - 103.6 FM Tameside
Radio
2009 |
Very impressed!
David (my tutor)
provided me with
the confidence
and expertise to
go on and
construct my own
radio show;
links, voice
control (e.g.
script reading),
interviewing
etc, in a
professional and
structured
manner. I
would definitely
recommend The
Radio Surgery to
anyone with an
interest in
getting into
radio, but who
has no previous
experience.
Likewise, those
people with
industry
experience, but
looking to
improve their
skill sets and
delivery.
Note: Adam is
studying to
become a doctor
and also runs
his own DJ
business.
He's now a part
of the 103.6 FM
Tameside Radio
team and in line
for some on-air
work.
Many people hold
down a full-time
career and work
in radio on a
paid part-time,
or voluntary,
basis.
Certainly, a CV
that says you
are a radio
presenter, tells
potential
employees that
you have good
communication
skills and
personality.
It could well
make your CV
stand out from
the rest and
land you that
all important
first interview!
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Bill Clark -
Barrow-in-Furness
I would just like to thank you very much for your radio training course. Not only did I find it very informative and useful, but I found you also to be a very friendly tutor who went out of his way to help me as much as possible. If at any time someone approaches me and wants to learn about radio presentation, then I will certainly recommend you.
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Antony Payne -
Bournemouth
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Hi! I don't suppose you remember me all that well? I attended The Radio Surgery course
last year. Just to let you know that I have just been given my first full time gig, presenting on Fire 107.6. Thanks for all your help during the course. |
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Shahzad Tabassum -
2BR
A very worthwhile course. It far exceeded my expectations! I soon moved onto presenting with RSLs and then full-time commercial radio. |
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Maritza Duncan -
Glasgow |
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The Radio Surgery one day presentation course gave me practical experience and additional skills in radio presentation. This course is a great introduction for anyone considering a career in radio presentation.
Note: Maritza is
now a regular
presenter on
Sunny Govan
Radio and has
interviewed a
host of well
known names! |
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This is to let you know that I'm now working for Cheshire FM... ...I'd like to thank you for all your help during my day with you and I would recommend anyone who's interested in a career in radio presenting to do the course. |
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Nik Gardner - Manchester
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Having always had a real passion for
radio, but with no experience in
radio whatsoever, The Radio Surgery
was perfect in giving me the
platform to take my passion
further. The whole day was an
absolute pleasure and gave me a
fantastic understanding of radio
presenting and what path and
guidance I need to take to be
successful. The time flew by and I
would really recommend this course
to anyone with a natural passion and
desire to work within radio. |
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Cal Sarwar -
Falkirk |
I just want to thank you for
a great day. The course
was thoroughly enjoyable,
well set out and easy to
follow. Your no pressure
approach was very refreshing
to see and experience.
I learned a lot in such a
short time and I believe
that it will be invaluable
for years to come.
Just to let you know that Awaz FM, in Glasgow, have
offered me the breakfast
show...
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Rotem Talmar - Lancaster |
As someone with no
radio experience, I
found your course a
good in-sight into
what is looked for
by today's radio
stations. The day taught me
new skills and was a
great experience.
Good fun!
I never realised how
many buttons you had
to press, as well as
talk!
Note: Rotem has a
degree in Sports
Studies and English
Literature under her
belt and is looking
at sports radio
work. We easily
adapted the course,
to include sports
bulletin scripts,
together with a
sports bulletin
'bed', donated by
one of our nearby
local radio
stations.
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Martin Reynolds -
Cheshire |
This one day course is pretty unique and
with the tutor having had a hand in setting up 2BR, in East Lancashire,
he is in a good position to give advice on the latest broadcasting
techniques. I found the day very positive and learned a lot.
The tutor gave honest feedback... very important. I have now
been taken on, as a trainee, by Flame Christian Community Radio, and I
am very happy there. Thanks a million!
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Sarah Groarke - Cheshire
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A
comprehensive introduction to both the technical and stylistic aspects
of radio presentation. An excellent day's course, with clear and
constructive advice, geared towards my individual requirements. Highly
recommended.
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Tony
Thomas - Chorley FM
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The course was very informative
and a good in-sight into the radio
industry. It has most definitely helped
me to head in the right direction
and to understand the various skills
required to become a successful
radio presenter. A day very well
spent! |
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George Halsall ('Triple H') -
Southport Community Radio |
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Anyone considering a Restricted
Service Licence (RSL) should
make The Radio Surgery their
first port of call. The
knowledge you receive is
invaluable. Show prep and the
operation of the playout system
were just some of the areas
where I picked up valuable
skills.
Note: We spent a very pleasant 11
hours with George. Not just
working through the radio
presenter course, but discussing
the radio industry in depth.
When we say, our time is yours,
we really mean it! We don't hit
5pm and say, "that's it, go home
now"! It's what makes us stand
out from other UK radio training
providers. Think of us as a
well equipped, friendly, B&B, as
opposed to a large, formal,
hotel! |
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