Intro to Radio & Podcasting (The Kings Trust, London)

The Gaydio Academy, in partnership with The Kings Trust, are delivering radio skills training, peer support and mentoring to give participants their first steps in radio, a look at the industry as a whole and then creating content for all participants to take away with them to help them into future volunteering roles & work experience. 

Course Layout

  1. Taster session

  2. Introduction to radio and how to become a radio presenter

  3. Show content & news presenting

  4. Other roles in radio & a look at music

  5. Advert production

  6. Creating your own station, job searching in the industry and preparation for the creation of your podcasts

  7. Podcast creation, a session exploring the next stage progression tailored to participant's specific needs and next steps with Gaydio and other radio stations

Location, Dates, Times & Costs

Location: Tower Hamlets, London (TBC Venue)

Taster Date: 19th February - 1pm to 3pm

Course Date: 24th to 28th February - 10am to 4:30pm

Cost: Free for all participants

Criteria

  • You must be 16-25 years old

  • You must be Greater London based but can travel to the Tower Hamlets area

  • Must be available for all dates above

  • Must not have done a previous 'Intro to Radio & Podcasting' course with Gaydio

  • Must not be in education or work (full/part time, self employed or freelance)

Interest Form

Please check the criteria on this page to check you are eligible for the course before submitting. If you do not meet the criteria then please check other courses in the ‘Current Courses’ section or send us an enquiry on the ‘Connect’ tab on this website.

With Thanks

  • The Kings Trust

    The Kings Trust believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing. They help young people from disadvantaged communities and those facing the greatest adversity by supporting them to build the confidence and skills to live, learn and earn.

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