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Hints and Tips For Better Media Interviews

reporter interviews man Many people are interested in your work and how it benefits our lives and environment.

Interviews with university, local and national media can be a very effective, budget-friendly way to get the message out about your work.

This is an increasingly information-overloaded world, and the public places great value on having knowledge based on facts.

Who better than a UA Engineering expert to get out there and offer insight?

You typically only get one shot at getting your point across in a media interview.

It's possible to get it right first time -- if you are prepared and relaxed.

The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) has a couple of useful primers for faculty, staff and students who need to do a media interview.

Both these documents are recommended reading.

If you are preparing for a radio or TV interview, read this:
• Television and Radio Media Tips

To make that interview go smoothly, read this:
• Media Interview Tips