Media training · Paris and worldwide
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Media training, public speaking and crisis communication. Since 2002, in Paris and in 20 countries, taught by working journalists.
Barbara Gray has trained spokespeople for listed companies, institutions, ministries, embassies and NGOs
IMT at a glance
A network of journalists who teach.
International Media Training is a network of trainers and specialist firms working on cross-cultural communication around the world.
- countries
- working languages
- participants per trainer at most
2002
the year IMT began
More than twenty years of working with the media.
20
countries
Sessions run across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas.
7
trainers and coaches
Working journalists and specialists, each of them bilingual or trilingual.
8
working languages
English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Arabic, Russian and Turkish.
6max
participants per trainer
Larger groups are split into separate workshops.
50+
organisations trained
Listed companies, institutions, ministries, embassies and NGOs.
IMT around the world
Sessions in 20 countries.
Our trainers are bilingual and work internationally. They coach you in your own language and know how local newsrooms operate.
- France
- United Kingdom
- Belgium
- Netherlands
- Germany
- Switzerland
- Italy
- Spain
- Portugal
- Russia
- Turkey
- Morocco
- Tunisia
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
- South Africa
- United States
- Brazil
- Argentina
- India
Our services
Five ways to prepare for the moment that counts.
Every programme is built around your sector, your current news and your sensitive messages, in English or in French.
Our studios
A real TV studio, at your place or ours.
Two options, depending on what is at stake: a TV studio set up in your own offices, or a day on neutral ground, away from the building.
Our trainers
They ask the questions then teach you how to respond.
Journalists and specialists, each of them working in their own country and their own language. Barbara Gray, the founder, has reported for ITV News, ABC News, the BBC, CNN, NBC and Reuters.
Barbara GrayFranceEnglish, French, German
Emma RobsonNetherlands and ItalyEnglish, Dutch, French, Italian
Camille GrenierFrance / United StatesFrench, English
Christophe ThumerelleFranceFrench, English
Carsten HeerGermanyGerman, English
Oleg IlyinGermany and RussiaRussian, English
Yaprak ÖzerTurkeyTurkish, English
Testimonials
In the words of the people we train.
Mbarka Zineddine
Managing Director, Académie des Métiers de la Diplomatie
Barbara is an expert in media techniques as well as diplomatic and crisis communication, with over seven years of engagement with our institution. She has trained numerous diplomats and international officials in media practices, including interviews, press conferences, press releases and speeches, as well as in managing communication during crises. Her method, combining theory and practice, enables participants to acquire skills that are immediately applicable.
Trained by Barbara GrayCorinne Jeannin
Open2Europe
I met Barbara through media training sessions she provided for many of our clients, in both English and French. They were delighted by the training and found Barbara extremely professional, efficient and rigorous in substance, and at the same time flexible and fun in her delivery, enabling them to gain confidence immediately. She prepares thoroughly before each session, learning as much as she can about the companies she trains.
Trained by Barbara GrayArnaud Touati
Lawyer
Barbara is a great professional, and a really nice person too. I warmly recommend her services.
Trained by Barbara GrayDr Susanne Bieller
International Federation of Robotics
Carsten Heer's success as press officer established the World Robotics federation as a household name. He is accomplished at working with facts, and his narrative skills as a professional journalist make him a bridge builder between his clients and the media.
Trained by Carsten HeerWolfgang Driessler
Bloomberg Television
Carsten Heer is able to transfer complex issues quickly into easy-to-understand communication. His team work approach contributes to the success of the programmes he supervises at Bloomberg Television.
Trained by Carsten HeerVitaly Bogachenko
Communications and Public Affairs Director
I am pleased to recommend Oleg Ilyin personally as a highly professional advisor, able to deliver complex projects in the field of external and internal communications as well as crisis management.
Trained by Oleg IlyinChristian Stammkoetter
General Manager, Nutricia
As one of the participants, I would note the programme's well balanced concept and structure, as well as the overall delivery style, which created intense and effective training. It significantly helped me and my colleagues deliver well at a corporate event and media briefing.
Trained by Oleg IlyinSomething coming up?
Tell us what you are facing: an interview, a press conference, a board meeting, an ongoing crisis. We will come back to you with a format and a trainer.