English for Journalists & Media
Online specialist vocabulary for journalists, editors, PR professionals, and media professionals across the DACH region The DACH media landscape is internationally connected: ARD, ZDF, Springer, Ringier, ORF, SRF - everywhere media professionals need professional English for interviews, reporting, and international collaboration. Foreign correspondents, international news agencies, and English-language editorial teams demand confident Media English. The Simmonds Method combines experienced native speakers with an AI avatar for practice.
Online 1:1: €95–105 / 90 min · VAT-exempt
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Business English for Journalists & Media: Interviews and Reports
Six scenarios, specialist terms, James in his own words – in 93 seconds.
Transcript
We need to talk about magical thinking, because magical thinking is actually going to stop you from learning. Business English for your media team, interviews, reports and PR, live online training with native-speaking trainers since 2004. Hi, my name is James Simmonds and I'm an English teacher based in Germany with over 20 years of experience.
interviews and reports, editorial writing, international correspondence, PR and corporate communications, content and social media, specialist journalism, six scenarios from your working day, breaking news, editorial meeting, off the record, from a press release to a background briefing, practice precise English for interviews and reporting, practice interviews by video, review texts with screen sharing, your trainer assesses your level individually. We need to talk about things that will help you improve your English, but maybe we can start by talking about a few things that really won't work. So to start with, we need to differentiate between passive understanding and active learning.
Trainers with media experience live online €95–105 / 90 min. Remember, the brain is not a sponge. It's a muscle and it needs exercising.
Start with your free needs analysis at Simmonds.
50.000+
Media professionals in DACH
500+
Media houses in DACH
20+
Years of experience
24/7
AI avatar available
The Simmonds Method
Real trainers. AI support for practice.
Media professionals need precise, fast English under time pressure. The Simmonds Method delivers: live online coaching with experienced native speakers plus AI avatar for interview and press conference simulations - anywhere in the DACH region.
Experienced Native Speakers
Trainers with media experience. Precise online coaching for interviews, reports, and press conferences.
AI Avatar for Practice
Practise interviews, simulate press conferences, train live reports - anytime online.
Blog Exercises
Practise media vocabulary and interview techniques with instant feedback on our blog.
Measurable Progress
CEFR reporting for HR. Your trainer sees the practice results and adapts the training. Goal: C1 for international media work.
Typical Situations We Train
Interviews & Reports
Conduct interviews confidently in English and create international reports. Master conversation techniques, follow-up questions, and live situations professionally.
Editorial Writing
Write articles, press releases, captions, and news copy in English. Master journalistic styles and tonality with confidence.
International Correspondence
Work as a foreign correspondent or for international news agencies. Conduct research, source work, and reporting in English professionally.
PR & Corporate Communications
Moderate press conferences in English, lead media briefings, and master crisis communication confidently. International stakeholder communication.
Content & Social Media
Produce digital content, social media copy, podcasts, and livestreams in English. Platform-appropriate communication for international audiences.
Specialist Journalism
Specialised reporting in English: science, finance, technology, and political journalism. Apply specialist vocabulary and industry conventions with confidence.
Specialist Vocabulary Preview
English That Media Professionals Actually Need
Editorial & Production
Interview & Reporting
Digital & Social
DACH Media Landscape
The DACH Media Landscape Needs Professional English
Germany, Austria, and Switzerland are central locations for international media work. From Deutsche Welle to Reuters to NZZ - everywhere journalists, editors, and PR professionals work with international partners, news agencies, and English-language media. Cross-border media cooperation, international correspondent networks, and English-language publications demand confident Media English. Online training makes this competence available regardless of location.
From the Newsroom to the World Stage
Media English is versatile: journalists need interview competence, editors need precise writing, PR professionals need press conference skills. Simmonds delivers the right online training for all roles - with AI avatar exercises that realistically simulate media situations.
Start Online English Training for Your Media Team
Schedule a free consultation. We analyse the English requirements of your media team and create a tailored online training concept for interviews, reporting, and PR communication.
More Specialist Areas
Also Available for Other Industries
In addition to journalism & media, we offer online specialist language training for insurance, logistics, IT, pharma, and other industries.
How much does it cost?
| Format | Duration | Price (approx.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online private lessons | 60 min | €65–70 | 1:1, Zoom / Teams / Meet |
| Online private lessons | 90 min | €95–105 | 1:1, Zoom / Teams / Meet |
| In person, Hanover | 90 min | €110 | At our Hanover office |
| In person, Berlin | 90 min | €120 | At our Berlin office |
| In-house at your company | by arrangement | on request | Travel included in the quote |
| Groups / corporate courses | by arrangement | on request | Priced per group, not per person |
Who we work with
- DHL
- Toyota
- Media Markt
- Deutsche Pop
“Die kostenlosen Online-Lektionen haben mich überzeugt. Die Qualität des Einzelunterrichts hat meine Erwartungen übertroffen.”
Frequently asked questions
Do your online trainers know journalism terminology?
Yes. Our native-speaking online trainers have experience with media houses, news agencies, and PR agencies. They know the specialist terms for editorial work, reporting, press conferences, and digital journalism from practical experience.
Can the AI avatar simulate interview situations?
Yes. The AI avatar simulates English-language interviews, press conferences, live reports, and editorial meetings and provides instant feedback on language, expression, and structure.
Does media English work effectively online?
Yes. Media English is particularly well-suited for online training. Interview simulations via video, screen sharing for text reviews, and flexible practice with the AI avatar make online training especially practical.
Do you offer training for editorial teams?
Yes. Editorial teams receive tailored online content: journalistic writing, interview techniques, press conference preparation, and international correspondence. We assess all participants individually and form homogeneous groups.
What level do media professionals need?
Our training starts from level A2. For international correspondence and English-language interviews, C1 is the goal. The trainer places you, and the AI avatar practises with you at the matching level.
What does online English training for journalists cost?
Costs depend on team size, format, and scope. Language training is VAT-exempt. Contact us for an individual quote - the initial consultation and needs analysis are free.
Improve your English for free
Free online lessons twice a week, vocabulary trainer with 600 words, and a placement test – all without signing up.
Get in touch
Tell us briefly what you need English or German for — we'll suggest the best format for your goals and schedule.
We typically respond within one working day.
What to expect
- ✓ Confident in meetings
- ✓ Persuasive presentations
- ✓ Professional negotiations
- ✓ Texts that work