Media Skills

I'm an inter county player, I'd like a career in the media....

Are you considering a career in the media?
Do you lack the confidence  to speak in radio or TV interviews?
Our Media programme will give you the confidence to take on any interview or media engagement.




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- Terrified by Presentations?
- Worried about your delivery?
- Would you benefit from some expert guidance?
- Not sure about how to structure what you're going to say?

How you present yourself in the media, public speaking and presentations are becoming more and more important for sports people, their sponsors and their companies. It gives players an opportunity to represent themselves in a positive way in the media, at club functions,  conferences and events. The ability to deliver engaging, concise presentations is also a valuable asset in the workplace.

This training is aimed at improving inter-county players who need advice on how to interact with the media.

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- Be able to handle nerves
- Be able to structure what you want to say
- Address the needs of the audience
- Be interesting, understandable and memorable

Criteria

To avail of the service:

You must be currently playing at senior inter-county level
Past inter-county players should contact the GPA office at info@gaelicplayers.com or phone 01-8575686

Application Process

In order to avail of the service please apply here.

If you require any further information on this programme please email us at careers@gaelicplayers.com


I've applied...what now?

You will be contacted by our Service Provider for an initial consultation. Based on the needs identified for your business, further consultations will be arranged as required.

Executive Advisors

Tom Savage (Chairman of the Communications Clinic and the RTE Authority) and Eoghan McDermott (Head, Careers, Communications Clinic) have many years experience in training people from business and sporting backgrounds on how to deliver superb presentations and excellent after-dinner speeches.


Further Information

The Presentation And Public Speaking Service is a central element in the overall Career Development Programme being developed by the GPA for members.

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