
Strategic Media & Comms Training in Perth & WA
At Saltwater Media Solutions, we equip your leadership, management, and specialist teams with practical, high-impact media and communications skills.
Our tailored courses address your organisation’s unique needs, incorporating industry-specific challenges and realistic scenario simulations. Participants gain confidence, clarity, and vital communication abilities through mock interview sessions led by our expert trainers – all highly experienced, award-winning journalists.


Who benefits from our Media Training courses?
Our tailored media training courses in Perth are ideal for individuals and teams across Western Australia’s core sectors, including Mining, Energy, Government, Agriculture, and Corporate enterprises. This media training is especially beneficial for:
- Senior Leadership & Executives: CEOs, Directors, and key decision-makers representing their organisation publicly.
- Industry Specialists: Experts needing to articulate complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
- Communications Professionals: Enhancing strategic skills for media engagement and crisis preparedness in your unique industry landscape.
- Designated Spokespeople: Anyone authorised to speak on behalf of the organisation during daily operations or critical events.
What can you expect to learn in one of our media training courses?
Our practical programs offer comprehensive coverage of critical media scenarios, providing you with ready-to-implement skills:
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Effective Media Spokesperson Skills: Develop essential techniques for preparing, crafting messages, and delivering confidently in all pre-recorded and live interviews. Learn to understand your audience, develop clear messages, control both verbal and non-verbal communication, and manage nerves.
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Live Broadcast Confidence: Conquer the unique demands of real-time communication, including live radio, one-on-one TV crosses, and high-pressure multi-camera press conferences. You’ll understand equipment, camera presence, and how to deliver composed, assertive messages under pressure.
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Crisis Communication Expertise: Learn to formulate impactful messages during a crisis, navigate media formats in high-stakes situations, and deliver authentic statements quickly. This includes handling media from the initial contact through to delivering vital updates.
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Incident Management Communication: Focus on the specifics of an unfolding incident, including the rapid creation and delivery of accurate, clear messaging. Understand how to initiate statements, mitigate risks in content, and maintain control of your message in dynamic situations.
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Navigating Difficult Questions: Develop strategies to handle challenging journalists, reframe incorrect assumptions, and respond effectively when you lack information or cannot disclose details.
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Realistic Practical Simulations: Participate in authentic, on-camera interview simulations, including doorstops, press conferences, and scenarios customised to your organisation, with immediate playback and expert feedback.
Our approach to media training
Clients consistently choose Saltwater Media Solutions because our programs are practical, packed with valuable content, and grounded in real-world experience, all delivered right here in Perth.
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Direct Access to Seasoned Media Professionals: Our trainers are qualified senior journalists and accredited workplace trainers with decades of frontline, public-facing media insight. They bring unparalleled real-world experience directly to your session.
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Customised & Hands-On: All our training is meticulously tailored to your specific industry, organisational structure, and potential media scenarios. We blend essential theory with extensive hands-on coaching and realistic simulations to embed effective, resilient techniques.
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Clear & Effective Methodology: We use a simple, user-friendly process for developing clear media messages and a resilient delivery technique, ensuring effective communication outcomes through an uncomplicated approach.
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Supportive Learning Atmosphere: All training is conducted in a supportive and inclusive manner, meaning participants are appropriately challenged but unconditionally supported throughout the session.
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Flexible Delivery Across WA: Training can be conducted on-site or within a simulated studio environment as appropriate, providing the most realistic and convenient experience whether you’re in Perth or regional Western Australia.
Key outcomes for organisations who partake in specialist media training
Investing in Saltwater Media training leads to tangible, impactful results for both individuals and your organisation:
- Confidence & Composure: Empower your spokespeople to manage nerves and maintain professionalism in any media interaction
- Strategic Message Control: Ensure your organisation’s key messages are consistently delivered and accurately represented, safeguarding your narrative and reputation.
- Crisis & Incident Readiness: Equip your team with the skills to communicate effectively under pressure, mitigating risks and protecting your brand during critical events.
- Enhanced Public & Stakeholder Trust: Build credibility and transparency through authentic, clear, and controlled communication.
- Elevated Leadership & Personal Development: Boost the authority and influence of your key personnel, fostering growth in their communication and leadership capabilities.

Media training courses and consulting services we offer
Media
Training
Become a confident and effective media representative for your organisation. Learn how to craft your message, handle tough questions, and make every media opportunity count.
Crisis & Incident Communications
Prepare for the unexpected. Learn how to communicate clearly and strategically during high-pressure situations, protecting your reputation when it matters most.
Presentation & Public Speaking
Captivate any audience. Develop powerful presentation skills that command attention. Learn how to build rapport, and inspire action in your audience.