JR Public Speaking
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JR Public Speaking
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Khmer (Cambodian)
Thai
Specialties
Business► CELTA & NYU Film & TV Certified Storytelling, Public Speaking, Presentations w/ Accent Reduction
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Khmer (Cambodian)
Thai
Specialties
Business► CELTA & NYU Film & TV Certified Storytelling, Public Speaking, Presentations w/ Accent Reduction
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume
From United StatesLiving in Orlando, United States (07:04 UTC+07:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 27, 2017InterestsBusiness & FinanceTechHistory
(NOTE: Many of my sessions currently are by custom request, & not seen on my calendar -kindly reach out!) I'm Jason Rosette, a public speaking, storytelling, communications and voice instructor with 5000+ hours of classroom contact over 15 years of teaching. I have a BFA (Film & TV) a Cambridge CELTA, an MA in International Development, and a huge number of media, audio and VO credits.
Specialties include:
● Public Speaking & Presentation skills
● Accent Reduction and Natural Intonation
● Storytelling for Business & Organizations
● Executive Voice Coaching
● English for Specific Purposes (Business, Tech, Media)
Clients: please fill out my intake document BEFORE booking a first lesson :)Me as a Teacher
I'm a friendly, dynamic, creative, student-centered public speaking and communications coach with experience teaching learners of all ages. In addition, I'm an award winning multimedia producer with a background in voiceovers, talent direction in film and on stage, storytelling for all media, and vocal performance in music and audio production, and related areas.
"His lessons are engaging and creative, he has a remarkable ability to break down complex concepts" - Sergey, iTalki Student
► Do you know that many vocal performance techniques I can share are helpful with public speaking also? Search for my audiobooks on Audible under 'Jason Rosette' and have a listen!My lessons & teaching style
My teaching style is student centered, creative, and active. All sessions are customized to the needs of each specific student, so there is no 'cookie cutter' approach. I adapt to any approach needed by each student with a thorough diagnostic and discussion held in our introductory session.
"Jason is an absolute master of public speaking. His unparalleled expertise and insightful guidance are evident from the very first session" - Philip M (CFO, Logistics)
"Jason is an excellent tutor! Precise, communicative, with great teaching skills." - Adasa, Israel (Medical Sector)
"Absolutely wonderful coach! Tailor-suits his approach depending on my specific needs!" - Kathryn B (Data Analyst)My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Cambridge CELTA - International House, Cairo - 2023Currently earning a CELTA qualification for teaching English as a foreign language (completion date February 18, 2023). The CELTA is the most widely recognized English teaching qualification in the world and the most often requested by employers
Certificate verified
120 Hour Remote TEFL - MyTEFL - 2017120 hours of remote study, with final examination
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2024 - 2024
Academic Writing LecturerAt CamEd, I taught bachelor level academic writing in a face to face environment, with an emphasis on literature analysis and essay writing for business purposes.
2019 - 2024
Public Speaking & Presentation Skills InstructorStarting around the time of the Covid-19 pandemic, I began to coach public speaking, presentation skills, vocal dynamics, and accent reduction on a range of platforms. Prior to this, I had been instructing in these areas mainly in face-to-face classroom environments.
2017 - 2019
Design LecturerTaught bachelor level design and multimedia courses at Limkokwing University, a Malaysia-based international design university. Subjects include: Video Editing, Short Film and Documentary Production, Cinematography, Design Management, Motion Graphics, 3D Modelling with Blender and Unity, Computer Graphics, and Interaction Design.
2013 - 2014
EFL LecturerTaught English as a Foreign Language (EFL) at the US Embassy's American Center, Rangoon. I also served as the supervisor of the Youth-organized public speaking club. During this time, I worked individually and with colleagues to develop and deliver course materials while providing guidance to students on an individual basis. As an employee of the US Embassy and State Department, I was vetted for and received strict
2024 - Current
Storytelling Consultant and SpecialistRecently, I expanded upon my public speaking and presentation skills offerings with a dedicated Storytelling for Business and Organizations (SBO) track, which I offer remotely here on iTalki and other platforms, and in-person in a workshop format. This Storytelling for Business and Organizations program is a custom program which derives from my experience in narrative development in the motion picture and media sector, and my background as a public speaking coach and practitioner.
Education
1986 - 1991
Bachelor’s - Film & TV ProductionStudied Film & TV production at New York University, New York NY. Courses and modules included: Film directing; screenwriting; acting; directing the actor; editing; narrative structure; aesthetics; cinema history; art history; and related coursework. (Trustee Scholar)
2007 - 2010
Master's - International Development StudiesMasters of Arts in International Development Studies. Courses and modules included: Sustainable Development; Economic Development; Research Methodology; Economics; and related areas.
Work Experience
2015 - 2024
Multimedia and Digital ProducerI've been active as a multimedia and digital producer since 2000, with the production of my first award winning documentary, 'BookWars' (Terrific - LA Times). Since then, I've focused on the production of long form audio (podcast, audiobooks, and audiodramas), and have produced, narrated and engineered numerous titles.
2017 - 2019
Design & Art History LecturerTaught bachelor level art and design courses in English at Phnom Penh International Institute of the Arts, including: Art History, Video Editing, Sound Design for Video, Motion Graphics, History of Graphic Design, and Multimedia Design. Applications include Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp, and others.
2012 - 2013
ESL & Academic Writing LecturerLecturer of Bachelor-level academic writing & English at the CamEd business school in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Curriculum focused on development of critical thinking skills, in which I guided discussion of topics and presentation of concepts delivered verbally and in written English.
2015 - 2017
ESL & Foreign Language LecturerTaught Speaking & Listening, Public Speaking & Presentation Skills, Academic Writing, Research Methodology, and General English
2010 - 2010
Directing & Documentary Production InstructorDeveloped curriculum and taught production and postproduction techniques for documentary video and media direction to second year Bachelor students at SWU in Bangkok, Thailand. With instruction in English, students learned the director's craft while learning to budget for video productions, develop story concepts, operate cameras and other gear, frame shots, edit, and mix audio in order to deliver final projects.
2009 - 2009
Communications & Journalism LecturerTaught journalism and fundamentals of communication at Pannasastra University, Cambodia, in their English language Communications program. Topics included marketing communications, print and broadcast journalism concepts, ethics of journalism, news writing & editing, and an overview of the role of media in society.
2005 - 2005
Video Production InstructorDesigned and taught curriculum, sourced hardware, and helped establish Cambodia’s first ever University-level media production course at RUPP, Department of Media and Communications. Students produced, edited, and output a broad variety of projects in team-based production units. Course culminated in a field trip to the Bangkok International Film Festival and Market, which I produced with the cooperation of festival colleagues in Thailand.
2002 - 2002
Digital Media InstructorTaught digital video production to first year graduate students at Parsons School of Design, New York City. Practical components included production planning, shooting, editing, and online distribution using then-emerging digital platforms and technologies. Theoretical components included aesthetics, shot design, theories of montage and sound design, and grammar of moving media.
2006 - 2022
Writer-Director, ProducerDevised, pitched, scripted, produced, directed, shot and edited original and commissioned content on an ongoing basis for internal and external stakeholders. Supervised teams while maintaining point of contact with client(s). Devised and launched on and offline distribution platforms, while managing and tracking deliverables from mockup through completion and delivery via theatrical, TV, and online distribution.
2019 - 2023
Audiobook Producer and NarratorI have been working as an independent audiobook producer and narrator since 2019, with titles appearing on Audible, Google Play Audiobooks, Apple Music, Spotify, and other platforms. Find titles I've produced and/or narrated on Audible at: https://www.audible.com/search?searchNarrator=Jason+Rosette
5.0
Rating
116
Students
513
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
50 lessons completed
USD 14.95+
✔️ Presentation Skills and Public Speaking for Presentations, Meetings, Workshops, Interviews, School/Academia, and Other Applications
B1 - C2Business137 lessons completed
USD 34.00+
👅 Guided Conversation with Essential Correction of Grammar and Pronunciation (Intermediate & Advanced Learners)
B1 - C2Conversation244 lessons completed
USD 29.00
👄 Accent Reduction with American English Accent Modeling (*Neutral American English)
B1 - C2Business68 lessons completed
USD 39.00
🍔 DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS (Multimedia Production, Voiceover, Writing, Content Creation & Strategy and more) - To Be Discussed, Per Student Request!
B1 - C2Business6 lessons completed
USD 65.00
⚡️ Audio Waveform Analysis of Your Speaking Voice with Recommendations to Improve 'Power Voice' and Dynamics (One Hour Sessions Only)
B1 - C2Business3 lessons completed
USD 59.00
📖 STORYTELLING for Business and Presentations!
B2 - C2Business5 lessons completed
USD 35.00
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
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Podcast (4)
Quiz (12)
21 Reviews
Philipp
21 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Jason is a master of storytelling and a true genius in his craft. His extensive experience and unique ability to see stories from different angles have completely transformed how I approach storytelling, particularly for public speaking. Jason helps me reshape my narratives to be more engaging and ensures they align with the messages I want to convey. His insights are always spot-on, offering fresh perspectives that enhance the impact of my stories. Whether it’s for personal or professional contexts, Jason knows how to tailor stories to connect with any audience, making him an invaluable guide. His feedback has greatly improved my public speaking skills, and I feel much more confident in delivering powerful messages that resonate. I highly recommend Jason to anyone looking to elevate their storytelling and communication abilities.
Oct 13, 2024
Yurii
18 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I am grateful for the life-long skills Jason's teaching has imparted, which extend beyond the realm of public speaking. His lessons in confidence, eloquence, and poise have equipped me with invaluable tools that will undoubtedly benefit me in various aspects of my personal and professional life.
Aug 7, 2023
Sergey Bugaev
16 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
His lessons are engaging and creative, he has a remarkable ability to break down complex concepts, making them easily understandable and relatable.
Jun 14, 2023
Philipp
21 English lessons
Jason is an absolute master of public speaking. His unparalleled expertise and insightful guidance are evident from the very first session. Jason’s deep understanding of effective communication and his engaging teaching methods make him a standout coach in the field. His passion for public speaking is contagious. Jason’s dedication to his craft and professionalism are outstanding. If you are serious about mastering the art of public speaking, Jason is the coach you need. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to elevate their speaking skills to new heights.
Jun 2, 2024
Ainagul
10 English lessons
Thanks to Jason, I've seen significant improvements in my language skills, and I feel much more confident in my English proficiency. I highly recommend his services to anyone looking to enhance their English language abilities. It's been an enriching and productive journey, and I look forward to continuing our lessons.
Nov 3, 2023
Yurii
18 English lessons
Great and interesting conversation! Thank you.
Oct 23, 2023
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USD 14.95
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