Checklist for Media Interview Preparation
(Please note that this checklist is to be used after a booking has been confirmed.)
1. Name of the publication/program/show:______________________________
2. Interviewer: ____________________________________________________
3. Other people Interviewed/scheduled to appear on panel:
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4. Subject: ______________________________________________________
5. Interview message points: ________________________________________
6. Interview date (print) or tape date (electronic): ________________________
7. Published date or broadcast date (if known): _________________________
Interview Message Worksheet
Message
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Point 1: ____________________________________________________
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Point 2: ____________________________________________________
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Point 3: ____________________________________________________
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Self-Evaluation List
This form of self-evaluation will help you to objectively locate areas of strengths and weaknesses and will give you positive directions for improvements.
| Rating | ||
| 1. | Did I make my points? | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| 2. | Did I control the interview? | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| 3. | Did I wait too long to make my points? | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| 4. | Was my appearance professional? | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| 5. | Did I mention psychology? | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| 6. | Did I correct misinformation by the interviewer? | 1 2 3 4 5 |
Personal notes for improvement: _______________________________
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