The learning strategy for the module requires you to commit 150 learning hours (including assessment). Of this there will be 36 hours of class support and 114 hours of independent and self-directed study.

During the academic year, you will review and analyse an array of roles within On-Air Talent within an esports broadcasting space and be encouraged to participate in practical examples or work behind the scenes with script writing and narrative design. To supplement your learning, this module will be taught through a hands-on approach, taking advantage of the practical skills that are required to succeed in these highly competitive positions within the esports world of broadcast production. You will have the opportunity to utilise our dedicated Esports Hub and the industry standard equipment and software that can be found within.

On-Air talent play a vital role within an esports broadcast experience. They are the stars, the personalities and the individuals who help build and deliver to the audience to provide the most optimal viewing experience. This module explores the importance of On-Air Talent, alongside their roles and responsibilities within esports broadcasts.

This module focuses on the importance of On-Air talent, their roles and responsibilities that exist within esports broadcasts. Alongside its importance in relation to practical implementation throughout Pre-Production, Production and Post-Production stages.
On-Air Talent Roles:
Analysts
Guest Talent
Hosts
Interviewer
Shoutcasters: Play-by-Play & Colour Caster

Planning & Preparation:
Story Meetings
Rehearsals
Research
Reviewing and Feedback
Narrative Driving, Storytelling and Creativity:
Narrative Building
Storytelling
Importance of Hype & Excitement
Script Writing
Information Delivery & Branding:
Clear & Concise Delivery
Game Analysis
Content Creation
Personal Branding

Grobel L, (2004) The Art of the Interview: Lessons from a Master of the Craft
Cook, L.K, Sher, S.T.H, Su, N.M. (2019) ‘Behind the Voices: The Practice and Challenges of Esports Casters’, Proceedings of the 2019 CHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems – CHI ’19, doi: 10.1145/3290605.3300795.
Cook, L.K, Sher, S.T.H, Su, N.M. Esports Casting and Commentary: Implications for Game Designers
Sell, J. (2015) E-Sports Broadcasting, pp. 44-65.

Blackboard Virtual Learning Environment
Microsoft Teams
Specialist Esports Hub
Digital IT Services
Henrion Media Centre

A1. 50% Practical
Live cast (15mins)
Students will produce a live cast for an esports title of their choice.
Individual

A2. 50%
A written report (1,500 words)
Students will write a report evaluating key technical and theoretical skills that are present in casters for a particular esports title, with reference to their own live cast.
Individual

LO1. On completion of this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the importance of On-Air Talent members alongside the multiple roles that exist and their responsibilities.
Learning

LO2. On completion of this module, you will be able to understand and analyse the planning process and workflow for On-Air Talent members throughout a broadcast. Including story meeting, research and script writing.
Analysis

LO3. On completion of this module, you will be able to demonstrate the ability to communicate & deliver upon storytelling and driving a creative narrative throughout a broadcast to provide the best experience for the audience
Communication

LO4. On completion of this module, you will be able to demonstrate and reflect on the importance of clear and concise communication and delivery throughout all On-Air talent roles.
Reflection