At Make (Good) Trouble, our Media Training Workshop equips young people with the skills, confidence, and practical experience to communicate effectively in professional media settings.
Empowering young people to share their stories with confidence
Through hands-on sessions, participants learn how to handle interviews, tell their stories clearly, and navigate real-world media challenges.
We are flexible in terms of student numbers and workshop duration. We offer anything from a 2-hour session to a series of workshops covering topics such as interview techniques, public speaking, fronting social media content, and more.
Media Training Workshop overview
Our workshops are designed to be interactive, supportive, and grounded in real-life media experience. Young people work together to develop practical skills while learning the principles that make communication compelling and professional.
What participants will do:
- Set goals & plan: Introduce their campaigns, set objectives, and create a checklist to guide the session.
- Learn interview skills: Explore different interview types, active listening, body language, and how to ask effective questions.
- Hands-on media practice: Experience the roles of producer, interviewer, and interviewee; use audio and camera equipment; capture “hero shots.”
- Simulate live scenarios: Rehearse timed interviews with no retakes to practice pacing, clarity, and handling mistakes confidently.
- Build confidence & delivery skills: Voice coaching, microphone technique, and strategies to manage nerves and unexpected situations.
- Reflect: Review learnings, revisit the checklist, and receive follow-up guidance including CV support.
About the facilitators
Our workshops are led by a highly experienced team who bring real-world media expertise and practical skills:
- Daisy Cresswell – With extensive experience in public speaking and training, and a background working in the media industry, Daisy guides participants through the art of confident communication, helping them develop presence, clarity, and professional poise.
- Tayler Cresswell – An experienced content creator and trained journalist, Tayler brings insider knowledge of media production and storytelling, teaching young people how to craft compelling messages and navigate interviews like professionals.
Together, Daisy and Tayler combine practical insight, hands-on guidance, and a supportive approach to ensure every participant leaves with both skills and confidence. All our team have advanced DBS certificates.
Why our Media Training Workshop works
Our approach combines practical media experience, structured guidance, and emotional support, creating a safe environment for young people to take creative risks. By the end of the workshop, participants not only understand how to communicate their stories effectively – they also gain transferable skills in confidence, professionalism, and resilience.
Who this workshop is for
The workshop is ideal for:
- Youth campaigners and ambassadors.
- Students interested in media, communications, or public speaking.
- Young people looking to gain confidence in professional settings.
- Adults and young people running campaigns for their organization.
Make (Good) Trouble Media Training transforms potential into skill, and stories into influence.
Interested? Get in touch and we can discuss your requirements.
We have delivered Media Training and Interview Skills training for Ambassadors at the Ben Kinsella Trust, for work experience students at Wakehurst, RBG Kew, and students at The Horsfall, part of 42nd Street charity.