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TRAINING WORKSHOP ON

THE PRODUCTION OF PROGRAMMES ON

BUSH-MANGO DOMESTICATION

Mamfe, Friday 23 - Sunday 26 October 2014

Organize by

Manyu Community Radio (MCR) FM 95.0

Presented by

Enoh Tanjong

Che Tita

David Mbua Evelle Kool

Nyenti Tambi Arrey

Manyu Community Radio (MCR): communication for grass root development

Manyu Community Radio

INTERIM REPORT

Bush Mango (Irvingina Gabonesis) nursery at Nchang village in Manyu Division, Cameroon

ON

Production of Radio Programmes on the improvement of Income and the Livelihood of Farmers of Non-Timber Forest Products;

Protecting the Environment through the Sustainable Management of Non-Timber Forest Products

DECEMBER 2013 – APRIL, 2014

With Financial Support of:

Stem van Africa

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CONTENT

Programme of Activities

Resources Persons

List of Participants

Introduction

Software Management

Console Management

Radio Programme Production

Appendices

Appendix One: Course Evaluation for Software and Console Management

Appendix Two: Course Evaluation for Software and Console Management

Appendix Three:

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Training workshop for broadcasters and technicians on

the production of programmes on Bush-mango domestication

Mamfe, Friday 23 - Sunday 26 October 2014

PROGRAMME OF ACTIVITIES

Time Event Interveners Supervisor

8.00 – 8.30 AM

Welcome:

Introduction

Objectives

Ground Rules

Magistrate

Esther

Enoh Tanjong

8.30 – 10.30

Group 1: (Practicals)

Operating the Radio Consort

Nyenti

Enoh Tanjong

Group 2: (Conceptualisation –

Module 1)

Radio Programme Production:

Farming – An analogical

approach

Evelle

Enoh Tanjong

11.00 – 12.30

Group 1: (Conceptualisation –

Module 2)

Radio Programme Production:

Pre-production

Production

Post-production

Evelle

Enoh Tanjong

Group 2: (Practicals)

Using the editing software

(Adobe Audition 3.0)

Nyenti

Enoh Tanjong

12.30 – 1.30 LUNCH BREAK

1.30 – 3.00

Group 1: (Module 3)

Interviewing Techniques

Enoh

Tanjong/Che

Tita

Che Tita

Group 2: (Module 2 – continued)

Planning Programme Production:

Bush Mango

Evelle

Che Tita

3.00 – 3.30 Short Break

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3.30 – 5.00

Group 1: (Module 2 –continued)

Planning Programme Production:

Bush Mango

Evelle

Che Tita

Group 2: (Module 3 – continued)

Interviewing Techniques

Enoh Tanjong/

Che Tita

Che Tita

5.00 – 5.30 Assessment of Activities

SATURDAY 24 October, 2014

Time Event Interveners Supervisor

8.0 – 12.30

Bush Mango Programme

Production: (Module 4)

Collection of data

Interviews

Field Visits

All

Enoh Tanjong

12.30 – 1.30 LUNCH BREAK

1.30 – 5.30 Bush Mango Programme

Production: (Module 4 continued)

Production of Jingles and

Spots

Packaging and storage of

programmes

All

Che Tita

5.30 – 6.00 Closing All Che Tita

RESOURCES PERSONS

SN Name Title

1 Prof. Enoh Tanjong, Vice Dean, Faculty of Social & Management Sciences,

University of Buea

2 Dr. Julius Che Tita Head of Department, Journalism & Mass

Communication, University of Buea

3 Mr David Mboa

Evelle Kool

Radio/Broadcaster, CRTV South West

4 Nyenty Tambe Senior Technician, University of Buea

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PARTICIPANTS

NO NAME TELEPHONE

NUMBER

EMAIL ADDRESS

1 Arrey Helen 77853085 [email protected]

2 Eyonganyoh 76560591

3 Oben Paul Tanyi 50958855 [email protected]

4 Mbiarrambang Allain 76788848 [email protected]

5 Killi Innocent 76758868

6 Mishael Jini Ako 74441437 [email protected]

7 Nnang Laurent 75725450 [email protected]

8 Nkongho Amstrong 51185386 [email protected]

9 Arrey Carine 79431743 [email protected]

10 Tabi Calin 78421379 [email protected]

11 Prince Eyong M. 98648191

12 Ayuk Joseph Ayuk 77842722

13 Ayuk Esther N. 77642730 [email protected]

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Introduction Prof. Enoh Tanjong, the head of the resource team and the Board Chair of MCR,

opened the training by welcoming all the participants and resources persons. He

thanked the funders and the management of MCR for initiating this staff development.

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He restated the objectives of the training session and the need for teamwork,

attention and the respect for time.

Objectives

- Train MCR staff in the fundamentals of radio program production;

- Train MCR staff in the production of spots and jingles;

- Train MCR staff in radio program software management;

- Train MCR staff in console management;

- Facilitate the planning of bush mango radio program production by MCR staff;

- Supervise the collection of material for bush mango radio programme

production;

- Coordinate the production of bush mango radio programs, spots and jingles;

- Conduct interview with various experts;

- Carry out field Visit;

- Produce programmes: jingles, spots, mini-programs, documentaries and

broadcast.

Ground Rules All participants were divided into two groups to enable smaller and more manageable groups. The groups alternatively took part in the modules.

A. TRAINING ON SOFTWARE AND CONSOLE MANAGEMENT

Objective: To train MCR staff so that individually, they could collect and edit information, produce a program and broadcast the program.

The technical training consisted of two phases: 1. Software management 2. Console Management

1. Software Management

The participants were trained on how to use Adobe Auditions 3.0 to produce

their programs. Editing Techniques like cutting, trimming, smoothening and

compression of audio files was introduced to them. Multi-tracking and program

building techniques were also taught and participants also had practical

sessions on all these techniques.

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2. Console Management

A brief introduction of the console, and its importance in a broadcast setting

was given. Participants were then introduced to the various components of the

console and their uses. Individual practical sessions during which techniques

like relaying, previewing, channel switching and audio-level adjustments were

carried out. Most of the participants were delighted with their new skills.

Everybody took part in the activities and exercises.

Conclusion

The training exercise was successful. However, more training exercises like this

should be planned so that their acquired skills will be continually refined.

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THE PRACTICE

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B. TRAINING ON PROGRAMME PRODUCTION

Day I = Module One: Conceptualisation Part I: The farmer and his/her occupation A. Preparing for farm work B. Farm work. C. After farm work Part II: Farming vs Radio Programme Production A. Preparing for farm work as Pre-production Phase B. Farm work as Production Phase C. After farm work as Post Production Phase Day 1 = Module Two: Production of Programmes in Practice

Pre-production: Deciding on content, conducting interviews, preparing jingles, and preparing music ◦ Production: Scripting, recording, editing, packaging

◦ Post Production: Storage, programming, and broadcast ◦ Assignment

Day 2 = Module Three: Programmes on Bush-mango

Training Workshop for the production of programmes on “Bush-

mango” on Manyu Community Radio (MCR)

Name of programme: CYJULERC Half-hour

Length of programme: 30 minutes

Time of broadcast: Monday 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

Time of rebroadcast: Thursday 7:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Elements produced for broadcast during training workshop:

a) Jingles (05):

Signature tune

Transition

Programme Promos (03)

b) Programme packages (09):

CYJULERC Half-hour (Importance of Domestication)

CYJULERC Half-hour (Fruit Selection)

CYJULERC Half-hour (Construction and Use of Germinators)

CYJULERC Half-hour (Importance and Care of Nurseries)

CYJULERC Half-hour (Grafting)

Programme hosts: Kili and Jini

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Contributors: All broadcasters and technicians MCR; resource persons from the

community.

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Appendix 1: OPERATING THE RADIO CONSOLES

Participants were trained in two sequences on how to operate both hardware and software equipment needed in audio editing, multi-tracking, and recording, and how to effectively handle and run live programs or how to efficiently execute live, messaging, and call-in programs in the absence of a technician. This phase was tutored by Mr Nyenti and supervised by Prof Enoh Tanjong. PHASE 1 (PRODUCTION STUDIO) This phase was carried out in the production studio of M.C.R with the main objective of educating and practically training the participants on how to

Edit news feeds from the field

Produce and record programs in the studio

Some of the reasons why editing is important include: To remove unwanted data (blank spaces, background noise, repetition, exclamation, etc.)

To ensure that broadcast standards are met

To improve on audio quality (pitch, stress, etc.)

The participants were trained on how to use the Adobe Audition version 3.0 in audio editing. The entire process could be summarized into the following steps: Steps in Audio Editing

1) Turn on the computer.

2) Launch the Adobe Audition software

3) Upload the file to be edited from either a digital or analogue recorder. With a digital recorder,

files are uploaded using a USB cable attached to the recorder and accessed from the

computer file manager, whereas for an analogue recorder, audio files are accessed with the

use of an audio cable plugged into the recorder.

4) Save a copy of the original file before editing in order to retrieve vital data that can be

accidentally lost due to power failures or editing.

5) Open the audio file to recorded.

6) Quickly go through audio file before recording in order to identify what is not needed.

7) Edit by highlighting and deleting the unwanted portion of the data, this is done with the aid

of waveband differences.

8) Where the waveband difference is too tight to easily identify differences, expand or compress

the view using the mouse.

9) Ensure a balance in sound effects (pitch irregularities, bass, twitters, etc.) this is done with

the use of stereo imagery, stereo expander, channel mixer.

10) Save the edited file under a titled folder or name.

The participants were also practically trained on how to record programs using the studio microphones. This involves opening the microphones and regulating the volume, pitch, bass, etc using the studio console. The participants were also trained on Multi-tracking. This involves adding tracks, songs, etc for intro, outro, jingles, etc. This is done by merging sounds within interludes, fading sounds, etc. key concepts include “lock in time”. In addition, the participants were educated on the various formats that can be used in saving audio files and the various differences in sound quality (WAV, MP3, etc). At the end of this phase was a question and answer exercise after which every participant tested his/her editing skills by editing field feeds of meet the patient.

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PHASE 2 (BROADCAST STUDIO) This phase was carried out in the broadcast studio of M.C.R with the pivotal objective of practically training participants on how to individually handle broadcast, news, live programs (call-in programs, text-in programs, news, etc) without assistance from a technician. Emphasis was stressed on the importance of complete concentration and complete attentiveness when working in place of a technician. The participants were drilled on the use of the following:

Lock buttons: they control the microphones (on or off) and the volume of the microphones

Gain buttons: ensure and adjust sound quality (bass, twitter, treble, pitch, Dbs, etc) to make

the sound and sound quality consistent.

Tel Sbox buttons: are for regulating volume in calls.

Hook-in button: picks and drops calls.

Tuner buttons (C.ds, K7s. Mp3) control sound volume from audio output players

Equalizer buttons ensure sound quality and consistency (bass, twitter, treble).

The importance of the Master, Sub, Preview buttons.

At the end of this phase was a question and answer exercise after which every participant tested his/her broadcast skills.

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RADIO PROGRAM PRODUCTION This group was tutored on radio program production with the main objective of training participants on how to produce efficient radio programs. This group was tutored by Mr David Mbua Evelle and supervised by Prof Enoh Tanjong. The concept of producing a radio program was likened to farming in what can be described as an analogical approach. Summarily, radio program production was segmented into 3 phases examined below: PHASE 1 (PRE PRODUCTION) This refers to the state of planning or conceptualization of the actual program to be produced it was likened to a farmer planning or preparing for the upcoming farming season. This involves planning for the following:

1) Determine the purpose for the information (the main reason for carrying out the

program).

Information for communication

Information for behavioral change

Information for motivation

Information for mobilization

2) Determine the target population

3) Determine the resource persons. Resource persons should have

Credibility

Field expertise

A good reputation

4) Management of resources

5) Collaborate with colleagues to find solutions to difficulties.

6) Prepare questions for interviews

PHASE 2 (PRODUCTION PHASE) This refers to activities carried out both on and off the field to ensure that the program is produced. Some of these activities include:

Carrying out research

Interviewing resource persons

Making contacts

Production meetings

Editing (formatting, recording, etc)

Packaging.

PHASE 3 (POST PRODUCTION PHASE) This refers to activities carried out after the program has been produced. It involves the following:

Marketing. This involves the use of spots, promos, and announcements to advertise the

program before broadcast to enlighten listeners and fuel up anxiety and expectation.

Broadcast

Evaluation. This refers to assessments made to determine whether the program was an

overall success or failure, the shortcomings of the program, the highlights, etc.

The participants were also trained on effective collaboration with colleagues and how to manage limited resources in producing news.

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After both groups had gone through operating of radio consoles and producing programs, a brief period of ten 5 mins was allocated to evaluate the benefits of the workshop. Some of the remarks include:

It has laid down a good foundation for computer and internet journalism (Arrey Carine)

It gave me an exclusive opportunity to test and apply some of my technical ideas

(Mbiarrambang Allain)

It greatly sharpened and enhanced my journalism and technical skills (Nkongho Amstrong)

Participants were also trained on interviewing techniques and how to develop multiple themes from basic concepts and ideas. The topic to be used for program production is BUSH MANGO. Some of the key questions in interviews include:

1) What?

What is grafting?

What is used in grafting?

What should not be used in grafting?

What are the Advantages of Grafting?

What are the disadvantages of Grafting?

What are the best practices involved in grafting?

What are some of the ongoing grafting projects being carried out?

2) Who?

3) Where?

4) When?

5) How?

6) Why?

Taking Bush mango as the topic for planning and production, the participants were divided into 4 groups comprising journalists, participants, technicians and assigned themes to be developed by each group. The themes and groups are:

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MCR Training Evaluation Form

Please take a few moments to answer the following questions, which will be used to assist me in meeting your needs. Thank you!

Course Title: Software & Console Management Date: ________________

Instructor: Nyenti Tambi Arrey

Course Offering Please Circle The Appropriate Box: Below

Expectation

Average Exceeded

Expectation

1) Course Content Met Your Needs: 1 2 3 4 5

2) Matched Description in Course Guide 1 2 3 4 5

3) Pace of the Class: 1 2 3 4 5

4) Textbook/Materials/Handouts: 1 2 3 4 5

5) Class Location & Equipment: 1 2 3 4 5

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1) Knowledge of the Subject Matter: 1 2 3 4 5

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4) Responded Well to Student Questions: 1 2 3 4 5

5) Established Positive Rapport With Students 1 2 3 4 5

Comments? (Please elaborate) ________________________________________________________

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this course?

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improve this program?

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Instructor: David Mbua Evelle Kool

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Expectation

1) Course Content Met Your Needs: 1 2 3 4 5

2) Matched Description in Course Guide 1 2 3 4 5

3) Pace of the Class: 1 2 3 4 5

4) Textbook/Materials/Handouts: 1 2 3 4 5

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2) Preparation for Each Class: 1 2 3 4 5

3) Communicated Material Effectively: 1 2 3 4 5

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5) Established Positive Rapport With Students 1 2 3 4 5

Comments? (Please elaborate) ________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________

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this course?

Do you have any suggestions on how we could

improve this program?

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