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Media Training in Foxboro MA

Expert Media Training in Foxboro MA from a Team of Award-Winning Former Journalists

Master the art of delivering confident messages in high-stakes situations with our expert, affordable training in press interviews, presentations, and speeches, tailored for both individuals and small groups

Whether you're a CEO dealing with SEC scrutiny or a university president launching a new science center, effectively communicating with the public is essential. Beyond delivering a clear and compelling message, it's crucial to navigate tough questions skillfully and avoid damaging missteps. With Ellis Strategies, an award-winning media training provider from Foxboro MA, our team of seasoned journalists deeply understands the media landscape. We've trained CEOs, university presidents, and spokespeople to confidently handle challenging reporters and maintain their credibility under pressure.

Media Training Massachusetts

Under the leadership of Matt Ellis, a renowned Peabody and Emmy Award-winning journalist, author, and communications expert, Ellis Strategies has established itself as a leading Boston-based firm with both national and regional recognition. With over a decade of experience as a News Director and Executive Producer in major U.S. TV markets, Matt has honed the skills of top anchors and reporters, refining their on-air performance and storytelling. At Ellis Strategies, we offer tailored Media Training and Presentation Skills Training for individuals and small groups, designed to unlock your full communication potential. Matt's extensive expertise and hands-on experience shape each training session.

 

Experience immersive media training in Foxboro MA, at Ellis Strategies, where participants engage in realistic TV interview scenarios. With seasoned professionals acting as a network television crew, we collaborate to develop interview questions that perfectly match your topics and desired interview style.

 

Each participant undergoes two rounds of interviews, recorded and analyzed with real-time feedback. Our critique is direct and constructive, emphasizing:

Ability to Respond Using Your Talking Points

Body Language

Ability to Respond to Questions

Believability / Likeability

Voice Quality

Appearance

In between the two interview rounds we lead a discussion about the media with the aid of a PowerPoint presentation that covers these points:

What Reporters Are Looking For

How Changes in the Industry Impact You

The Role of the Media

Clothing / Makeup

Tips to Avoid Reporters’ Tricks and Traps

Nonverbal Communication

Learn more about our media training services in Foxboro MA and request a free consultation from our team today!

Unlock Your Communications Potential

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The Ellis Strategies Advantage for Media Training

Improve Your Delivery

We use scenario-based interview techniques and provide immediate video-replay feedback and coaching to reveal your strengths and improve your delivery.

Navigate the Interview

We will show you how to refine your message, stay on point, and maneuver through difficult interviews and questions.

Build Your Confidence

Our media training will leave you with improved confidence in your abilities to face an audience or the media.

Customize Your Sessions

Tell us about your needs. We offer individual and group sessions customized for you or your organization.

Connect to Your Brand

Learn how to successfully communicate your company’s message to a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders.

Learn the Rules for Engagement

Learn what’s expected of you when you agree to the interview, and how what you say will help and protect your position.

What Our Clients Say

"Working with Ellis strategies was effective in making me a confident public speaker. It was easy to work with Matt. He worked around my busy schedule, and his insight and tips were exactly what I needed to up my game in public speaking."

Dr. Martina Stippler

"Ellis Strategies played a crucial role in our non-profit's successful launch of a major program by developing a well-planned PR strategy, coordinating with media outlets, politicians, and managing critical event details. Their efforts resulted in extensive media coverage and local political engagement, positioning us for continued growth with their invaluable partnership."

Patrick Belmonte

"Thank you so much for an excellent experience! My Team was very satisfied!"

Dan Van Hise, RRT-NPS

"We rely on Matt for his strategic guidance. We have a long-standing, collaborative relationship that has resulted in substantial media attention and content creation."

Manikka Bowman

"Ellis Strategies really hit the mark for us. Their strategy helped us educate the public and the Legislature about the effectiveness of the Community Preservation Act. Matt and the team took control and drove the initiative to the finish line."

Stuart Saginor

"Matt helped us navigate a challenging communications situation. He helped refine our messaging, and brought deep expertise into the timing and sequencing of our message so we could maintain control of a dynamic situation. We planned very carefully, and everyone knew their role, and things unfolded exactly according to plan. He was a true pro in a high-stakes situation."

Adam Olenn

"Matt and his team have repeatedly demonstrated their ability to raise ULI Boston's profile, and increase the local media's coverage of real estate development, land use and urban planning. We count on Matt's knowledge and perspective to help guide our programming decisions."

Stephanie Wasser

"We rely on Matt’s insight to guide our PR and Marketing efforts. Over the years he and his team have demonstrated their ability to generate placements in key media outlets which have helped raise awareness of our company."

Stacy Brandon

"We’ve had great success working with Ellis Strategies. Matt and his team consistently provide us with new ideas for getting The Concord Group recognized by key journalists. His team has also been critical in helping us release white papers to our industry. We don’t make a PR move without consulting Ellis."

Richard M. Gollis

Ellis Strategies is a leading communications firm in New England, renowned for its expert media training that transforms communication skills to new levels of excellence. We design immersive learning experiences that place clients in realistic TV interview settings, created by industry experts. Through personalized coaching and detailed feedback, we help participants enhance their on-camera presence, message delivery, and interview skills. Whether preparing for media interactions, presentations, or speeches, Ellis Strategies customizes each training program to unlock the full potential of individuals and small groups, ensuring success in high-stakes communication scenarios.

Media Training in Foxboro MA

Whether you’re managing media scrutiny as a bank CEO, marking a milestone as a university president, or enhancing your public speaking as an executive, effective communication is crucial. Our media training in Foxboro MA, immerses you in a realistic TV interview environment. Guided by industry professionals, we simulate network television interviews and tailor questions to match your topics and desired interview style. Contact us to see how our specialized media training can elevate your communication skills and prepare you for impactful public engagements.

Presentation Skills Training

At Ellis Strategies, we recognize the key elements of a successful stage performance. Our video-based training program identifies your strengths and areas for growth. Through in-depth video analysis, we refine your storytelling, body language, gestures, voice modulation, and use of presentation tools like PowerPoint. Our presentation skills training ensures clients stand out with confidence, credibility, and poise, establishing them as compelling and polished speakers in business settings.

Interview Skills and Preparation

Ellis Strategies provides coaching that surpasses traditional interview preparation by addressing the subtleties of various media formats and interview styles. Whether facing broadcast, print, or online media, our expert coaches offer insights tailored to each medium’s unique demands. We focus on practical strategies for managing tough questions, bridging to key messages, and maintaining composure under pressure, equipping clients with the confidence and skills needed to excel in interviews and leverage media opportunities to enhance their brand.

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Interested in discovering how our media training and communication programs can benefit you or your organization? Learn more about our services and schedule a complimentary consultation tailored to your needs by contacting us directly.

We work with clients in the following locations and more:

Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, North Shore MA, South Shore MA, MetroWest MA, Boston MA, Cambridge MA, Waltham MA, Worcester MA, Salem MA, Charlestown MA, Wellesley MA, Somerville MA, Newton MA, Quincy MA, Burlington MA, Newburyport MA, Concord MA, Cape Cod MA, Lowell MA, Medford MA, Brookline MA, Lexington MA, Woburn MA, Peabody MA, Beverly MA, Danvers MA, Arlington MA, Reading MA, Foxboro MA, Plymouth MA

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