Speechwriting Essentials
- Every day, 1pm to 4pm
- Thursday 26 February to Friday 27 February
This workshop empowers speechwriters to assemble their ideas, find their voice, and earn their audience's attention. It demystifies the speechwriting process, including the crucial planning phase when writing speeches for others, and encourages purposeful, effective storytelling.
Our study focuses on speeches delivered by prominent Australians and New Zealanders, and incorporates writing and editing exercises.
No prior speechwriting experience is required.
Who should attend: This workshop is designed for professionals from all sectors who seek to be more effective communicators and storytellers.
What you'll learn
SESSION ONE
Key speech types
The speechwriting process – timeframes and responsibilities
The anatomy of a successful speech – timing and structure
Introductions and welcomes
SESSION TWO
Developing key arguments
Voice, tone, and readability
Incorporating wit, humour, and anecdotes
Seeking meaningful feedback
Tying it all together to plan your next great speech
Meet our facilitator – Cameron Pegg (Speechwriter & Storytelling Strategist)
Cameron is a leading content strategist who is a passionate advocate for better corporate storytelling. As a journalist, he writes features for The Australian and The Saturday Pape_r, and previously hosted a regular segment on ABC Radio Queensland. Cameron has created a suite of content and writing courses for the QUT Executive Education program, and is a founding editorial board member of the _Journal of Education Advancement and Marketing (UK).
ABOUT CPRA
We support communicators.
At CPRA, our mission is to empower communication and public relations professionals through education, networking, and a commitment to ethical practices. We aim to elevate the profession by providing our members with resources, opportunities for professional growth, and a vibrant community of peers. Our focus is on nurturing talent, advocating for the significance of our industry, and contributing to the success of our members in an ever-evolving landscape.