Media Training for Athletes
All training is currently being conducted via Zoom or your favorite platform.
Be Ready for Every Question, Every Camera, Every Opportunity
Media training for athletes is about much more than memorizing talking points. Whether you are preparing for interviews, sponsorship appearances, or major press events, how you communicate can shape your career as much as your performance does.
Athletes live in a world where one interview, one quote, or one clip can define public perception for better or worse. Being prepared means knowing how to stay composed, authentic, and strategic in every interaction.
At Expert Media Training, the approach goes far beyond basics. We focus on mindset, messaging, and delivery so you can handle interviews with confidence, protect your reputation, and attract future opportunities.
About the Trainer
All athlete media training is led by Lisa Elia, founder of Expert Media Training. With decades of experience preparing clients for interviews with ESPN, Sports Illustrated, CNN, Good Morning America, and other major outlets, Lisa understands how the media works and how athletes can leverage it from her decades woking in PR.
Athletes value her clear, encouraging coaching style and her ability to help them stay composed, think clearly, and speak with purpose. Her training gives clients the tools to protect their image, connect authentically, and represent themselves and their sponsors with confidence.
What Athletes Learn
Shift quickly from performance mode to interview mode using simple focus tools.- Decide how you want to be seen and communicate that image consistently.
- Set personal boundaries and steer conversations toward the topics that matter most.
- Know what to say and what not to say to stay aligned with your goals.
- Reduce the risk of being misquoted or taken out of context.
- Build healthy relationships with the media without oversharing.
- Turn interviews into chances to inspire fans and attract sponsors.
- Talk about sponsors naturally and meaningfully to strengthen partnerships.
Shift quickly from performance mode to interview mode using simple focus tools.Core Communication Skills
- Develop clear, memorable messages and answers for tough questions.
- Deliver sound bites that feel authentic and not rehearsed.
- Look and sound confident on camera, on podcasts, and at live events.
- Let personality come through while maintaining professionalism.
- Improve body language, pacing, and vocal tone for a composed presence.
- Reduce fillers like “um,” “like,” and “you know” for clean delivery.
Where We Train
We are providing all training via Zoom (or your preferred platform) to clients worldwide.
Schedule a Consultation
📞 310-479-0217
📧 team@expertmediatraining.com
Or access Lisa’s calendar to book a confidential consultation.
