Empathetic Interviewing

THE masterclass

Virtually Saturday, March 2nd, 2024

12p - 2p EST

This masterclass was designed to help documentary filmmakers, podcast hosts, producers and interviewers create a safe environment for their guests or clients to share their story.

impactful interviews reflect our humanity.

We all love a good interview and I think the best interviews are the ones that remind us of someone’s humanity or teach us something about our own because we are more than what we do. We are brilliant. We experience pain. We feel sadness. We have joy. We are funny.

And more than anything, we are human and we require empathy.

what is empathy?

em·pa·thy

/ˈempəTHē/

the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

When we prioritize seeking to understand (empathy) over seeking to respond or getting what we want out of an interview, we create a safe space for our guest to share their story and experiences.

And that’s what this masterclass

is abouT.

In this masterclass, you’ll learn:

1. Five things that I use when preparing and hosting in-depth interviews
2. Language to use with your guests that create safety and demonstrate empathy
   
3. How to develop questions that feel empathetic and encourage safety
   
4. The subtle differences we feel between empathy and judgement
   

+ Live interview practice

... where you’ll get to practice interview questions and methods live with the class.

+ TONE and empathy practice

This masterclass is for you if:

• You are a documentary filmmaker, a podcast host, producer or interviewer
• You’re ready for your interviews to go deeper
• You want your interviews to feel conversational
• You want your guests to feel safe
• You want to evolve your skills as a host
• You want to feel confident as a host
• You want to genuinely connect with your guest

This masterclass is Not for you if

• You’re interested in investigated journalism
• You want professional journalist insight

About your instructor

I’m Diamonde, an Artist, Director and Storyteller & for over 13 years, I’ve sat behind and in front of the camera supporting Black women through sharing liberating and important stories to an audience via podcast, television or video. And I believe, the skills that have helped me the most are my curiosity and genuine empathy.

I truly love what I do and it shows in the work I’ve done with brands like KeyTV, Essence, The Lip Bar, OWN, Google and in my original work at my production company, third & wonder, on shows like Breakup Stories and the documentary, Best Friends Not Forever. I’m excited to have you in my classroom.

Your investment includes:

• An intimate virtual learning environment (20 students max)
• The five steps to preparing and hosting interviews that go deep
• Communication tools for creating safety for your guest
• Support in developing curious and empathetic questions
• How to decide on your interview format
• Tips for supporting your guest during virtual and in-person interviews

+ Opportunity to have your interview questions reviewed

+ BONUS: 10 Interview Start Tips

Interview with Empathy

$149

$149