How to Be an Effective Emcee

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How to Be an

Effective Emcee

Glenn Walker

Agenda

 The Role of Emcee



 Introductions 101



 Weddings



 Summary

Questions?







The only dumb question

is the one you don’t ask.

E= EMCEE2







The Anatomy of an Emcee

Emcee

 Main Entry: 1em·cee

Pronunciation: "em-'sE

Function: noun

Etymology: MC

: MASTER OF CEREMONIES







Source: Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary

Master of Ceremonies

 Main Entry: master of ceremonies

1 : a person who determines the forms to

be observed on a public occasion

2 : a person who acts as host at a formal

event

3 : a person who acts as host for a

program of entertainment (as on

television)



Source: Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary

Emcee Responsibilities

 Planner



 Coach



 Host

Planner



 Work with event sponsors to determine the

program for the event.



 Identify participants and their roles.

Coach



 Help the event sponsors with details.



 Help the participants to prepare for their

role in the program

Host

 Be positive.



 Be friendly.



 Be prepared!

Types of Events

 Weddings



 Dinners



 Banquets



 Shows

The Basics

 Plan an agenda appropriate to the event.



 Work with the event sponsor to

incorporate their requirements.



 Work with identified participants.

Honoring Heads of State

 Loyal Toast

 Ladiesand Gentlemen, Her Majesty the

Queen

 The Queen





 Americans Present

 To the office of the President of the United

States of America.

Example Dinner Meeting

 Call Meeting To Order

 Oh Canada

 Grace

 Dinner

 Loyal Toast (after desert, before cigars)

 Introduction of guests.

 Introduction of Guest Speaker

 Guest Speaker

 Thank Guest Speaker

 Adjournment

Example Banquet

 Call To Order

 Oh Canada

 Grace

 Dinner

 Loyal Toast

 Introduction of Head Table Guests

 Messages of Greeting (M.P., M.L.A., Mayor)

 Guest Speaker(s)

 Special Announcements

 Presentations

 Adjournment

Material You Need

 Program



 Introductions of Participants in Program



 Filler / Bridging Material

Introductions 101



Glenn Walker, DTM

Overview

 A Good Introduction

 Things to Avoid

 Speakers’ Responsibility

A Good Introduction

 Makes a Transition



 Sets The Tone



 Gives Authority

Answer the Questions

 Why this speaker?



 Why this topic?



 Why this timing?

Keep It Brief

 Length should be proportional to the length of

the presentation.

 Try the 80-20 rule.

Smooth Transitions

 Smoothly transition the

speaker to the lectern.



 After the presentation, it

is appropriate to say a

few brief words to

transition from the

speaker to the next item

on the program.

Elements Of An Introduction

 Generally

 Speaker’s Name

 Topic

 Credentials / Lead In

Material

Things To Avoid

Never …

 Upstage

 Reveal Contents

 Surprise

 Praise

 Use Clichés

 Wait to name the speaker

Speaker’s Responsibility

 Provide information to your

introducer.

 Your …

 Topic

 Background / Credentials

 Additional Information





 Write your own introduction.

Points To Remember

 Answer the Questions.



 Keep It Brief.



 Smooth Transitions



 Avoid the common pitfalls.

Bridging

It’s About Smooth Transitions

 Prepare material that can help smooth

transitions from one part of the program to

the next.



 Listen to participants and use references

to their presentation to build your bridge.

Humor

Humor Is A Tool

 Humorous material is all around us.



 Humor can add to the enjoyment of the event.



 Avoid questionable material.



 If you can, use humorous events you

experienced as part of the event.

Be Careful!

 Avoid embarrassing people.



 Off color humor may offend people.



 Overused jokes could draw a groan rather

than a laugh.

Weddings

Wedding







A special day for two people,

their families and friends.

Wedding Reception Elements

 Entry of the Wedding Party  Telegrams / Letters

 Introduction of Head Table  Entertainment

 A Blessing  Special Presentations

 A Meal  Bride / Groom Thank You

 Introduction of Special Guests  Stories told by family / friends

 Family Members  Dance

 Distant Travelers  Cutting the Cake

 Toasts to Bride / Groom  Tossing the Bouquet

 Toast given by a family member  Send Off

or friend

 Fun and Games

 Reply for Toast to Bride comes

from groom.

 Reply for Toast to Groom comes

from bride

Planning

 Programming

 Find out what elements to include.

 Find out who will be assigned to various roles.

 Figure out timing of various elements.

 Create a rough draft.

 May require several iterations to get it right.

Preparation

 Contacting Participants

 Couple should make initial contact.

 Follow up and ensure participant understands

their role and timing.

 Agree on a time to follow up.

 Remember that participants will be family and

friends. Many of whom are not professional

speakers. They may need help.

Participation

 Be involved!

 Go to the rehearsal.

 Go to the ceremony.

 Go to other events prior to the day.



 Set the tone.

 Be positive.

 Be prepared.

Preparation

 Planning Your Part

 Introductions

 Pronouncing names.

 Introducing participants.



 Jokes / Stories

 Remember, family show!

 Fun and Games

 Kissing

Emcee Tips

Do Don’t

 Attend the ceremony (and any  Steal the show.

other events that help you to  Use inappropriate humor.

prepare).  Incorporate elements into the

 Double check head table seating program without the consent of

arrangements. the couple.

 Acquaint yourself with the sound

system.

 Acquaint yourself with the hotel

staff.

 Use appropriate humor.

 Have printed copy of the agenda.

 Set a friendly tone.

Special Touches

 Telling a personal story.



 Special entertainment.



 Fun & Games

Summary

 Many types of events.

 Dinners

 Banquets

 Shows

 Weddings







 Preparation and Planning is key.


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