Reesby Academy · Communication & Public Speaking
Virtual Presenting and Video Calls
Present with presence and clarity on any video platform.
About this course
Presenting online is a different skill from presenting in a room, and it is now part of everyday work for many Australians. This course covers your setup, how to hold attention on camera, ways to keep remote audiences involved and how to recover calmly when something goes wrong. Practise the setup lesson first, then build from there.
What you will be able to do
- You'll be able to set up camera, lighting and audio for clear presenting
- You'll be able to use engagement tools to keep an online audience active
- You'll be able to manage screen sharing and technical hiccups calmly
- You'll be able to adjust presence and pacing for video delivery
Course outline
- Setting Up Your Space8 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizPoor lighting, background noise and weak audio are the fastest ways to lose an online audience. A little preparation makes you easier to see and hear, which lets people focus on your message.
- Presence on Camera8 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizOn camera, small gestures and eye contact matter more than they do in a room. Good presence means looking engaged, speaking clearly and adjusting your energy to the screen.
- Engaging Remote Audiences8 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizAttention is harder to hold online because people can multitask. Engagement techniques such as polls, questions and short activities bring the audience back into the session.
- Screen Sharing Done Well8 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizScreen sharing is powerful when it is clear and controlled, and messy when people see notifications, private tabs or the wrong window. A few habits prevent most problems.
- Recovering From Technical Issues8 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizTechnical problems happen to everyone. Staying calm, communicating clearly and having a simple recovery plan keeps the session on track and protects your credibility.
- Tools you'll need5 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizYou can present well online with the tools most people already have. Paid options add extras, but reliable basics matter more.
- Careers & next steps5 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizConfident virtual presenting supports many roles that now run partly or fully online. This lesson shows where the skill leads and how to check what it may be worth.
- Final quiz and certificate10 questions, pass mark 8 of 10. Pass to get your Reesby Academy certificate with a verification link.