Frome’s community radio station is launching its third 10-week ‘Introduction to Radio’ training programme for young people aged 14 to 18.
The new course with Frome FM is designed to teach essential radio show production techniques, including presenting, interviewing and technical broadcasting skills.
Following completion of two previous courses, two new youth shows are regularly broadcasting, with another currently in production.
One show born from the training programme is The Three Horsemen, hosted by Yanah, Toby and Dax, who meet up every month to record their music-and-chat show.
Toby said, “I really enjoyed the course the best bit is the friends we made on the way.”
Yanah said, “I really enjoy the technical side, operating the broadcast desk and equipment.”
Dax said, “I like finding new music to play on the show.”
Course lead Tim Hardy said, “It’s so good to see the young people grow in confidence during the course and establish new friendships along the way. They’ve introduced us to some cool music, and we love listening to their views and opinions! We are really looking forward to welcoming the next cohort to Frome FM.”
The next 10-week course begins this year. If you’re aged 14 to 18 and interested in developing your radio skills, ask a parent or guardian to contact Frome FM at fromefmyouth@gmail.com.
For those that can afford it, there is a one-time sign-up fee of £75, which covers course registration, training sessions and after completion, three months of Frome FM membership.
Tim said, “Places are limited, so don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to tune into the world of community radio.”
