YOUR LIVE 1-ON-1 demo / footage review
In this 30-minute session we will be focused on YOUR current Demo Reel -- the exact one that you are using to today to book your next event. And if you do not yet have a complete Demo Reel assembled, that's OK! We can utilize any recent event footage that you have, or may be considering for use in your first Reel.
As we review your footage, we will get technical in discussing your performance, selecting clips, and covering assembly / editing.
Utilizing your Reel / Footage, we will focus on both WHY and HOW most Demo Reels are getting announcers bounced out in the initial stages of consideration for an event. You'll learn how to avoid the single most fatal mistake that will get your Demo Reel bypassed within the first 15 seconds it's played. We'll focus on the fundamental criteria that must guide any announcer as they create (and continually update) their Demo Reel.
the "top 5 demo mistakes" every announcer makes!
Virtually all demo reels contain the same five mistakes that prevent the footage from delivering any of the intended benefits in promoting the announcer's work. These mistakes exist unbeknownst to the announcer. In fact, the mistakes were added to the footage by the announcer themselves -- intentionally! In this session, we'll identify every instance of these "Top 5 Mistakes" to ensure that together we eliminate them entirely.
live 1-on-1 review with Michael
$27
30-minute Demo Footage Review Session
- Personalize Feedback
- Technical Instruction
- The fundamental problem with your demo's "introduction".
- Recommendations on Demo creation including selection of clips, sequence and timing, and editing tips.
- Real-Time LIVE Practice / Rehearsal
- Elimination of "Top 5 Demo Mistakes"
YOUR LIVE 1-ON-1 DEMo REel Session with michael
This 30-minute session will be 1-on-1 with Michael directly. Your session will be in-depth, private, highly personalized, and you're very welcome get as technical as you prefer / as time allows.
Below are a few of the most frequent objectives that Announcers are scheduling to cover in their sessions...
The "Top 5"
Demo Mistakes
Nearly all demo reels contain five critical mistakes! This is the #1 requested agenda item for these sessions. So, let's make sure we get it covered -- first thing! We'll identify every instance of these "Top 5 Mistakes" in your footage, and ensure that together we eliminate them entirely.
show your true value!
This is likely going to be a different process than what you might intuitively believe it to be. Let's discuss why 'what you want to show' on your reel may not get the job done, and is likely not the right footage to show those industry professionals who might hire you.
rules To Edit by
Yes, there are indeed fundamental rules that should guide the editing and assembly of every single reel. Let's FIRST cover attention span and viewer expectations! We can then move on to individual clip lengths, structure and order, the right way to open and close a reel, and the right way to keep your demo clean and professional. Let's also ensure that we touch on recommendations between editing demo reels yourself vs paying for the work to done by others.
getting footage
We can talk through the incredible challenge of getting ANY footage whatsoever of your live announcing for use on your Demo. For those that are early in their career and announcing smaller shows, this can seem essentially impossible. Let's discuss the best practices and effective strategies to ensure that you're getting quality clips and footage for use on your next Demo Reel.
Submitting Your Reel
We advised providing your Demo Reel file, or a link to the file (on YouTube, website, etc.) no less than 24 hours prior to your session. Michael will review your Reel in advance of your session start time.
Footage Submission
Footage can consist of up to 5 individual clips. Clips should have a total combined maximum running time of no more than 7-10 minutes to allow for ample discussion and training time during the session. To provide your footage: 1) Provide links to your footage that you currently have posted on online, 2) Provide links to download your footage, 3) Email clips that are 10mb or smaller.
YOUR instructor
Michael C. Williams is one of today's most notable Live Event Announcers. After 25+ years, you’ll hear Michael’s unmistakable voice nearly everywhere. Michael routinely announces everything from a packed stadium with 60,000 fans, to lavish formal gatherings with as few as a couple hundred guests. Boxing, MMA, Monster Trucks, Triathlons & Marathons, Corporate Productions, Business Meetings, Charity Events...
"If it's live… this is the voice!"®
Frequently asked questions
focused on your priorities
how will my session agenda be created?
Your 1-on-1 personalized 30-minute LIVE Demo Review session is designed to cover any subject matter that is most beneficial to improving your demo reels, and any footage you're using to advance your career. Ask any questions! Feel free to let Michael know of any specifics in advance of your session time. This will allow for any needed preparation ahead of time, and ensure that we are maximizing your time and opportunity.
maximizing the benefits to you!
how will my session be conducted?
You will find the VIDEO LINK to enter your Session (via Zoom) in the confirmation email that you received after registering for your "Demo Reels: 1-on-1 Review". All LIVE VIDEO sessions are 1-on-1, and conducted online from the "Virtual Studio” here at Live Event Announcing. Your face-to-face sessions will always be in-depth, interactive, and highly personalized.
satisfaction guaranteed
What if I am unhappy with the Session?
I would never want you to be unsatisfied. At any point within the first 10 minutes of your Session, should you feel unsatisfied for any reason, simply notify me that you would like to conclude the session immediately and receive a full refund. Additionally, prior to starting your Session, you may contact us within the first 30 days after your registration to let us know that you would like a full refund.