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Chris Head: About Me
Comedy & Speaking Coach, Comedy Director
Reviews on Google
I asked Google Gemini about me and it said, “Chris Head is a renowned comedy coach and speaker trainer based in the UK.” I’ll take that “renowned”, thank you AI.
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It also that noted that I offer “a variety of courses and coaching programs designed to help people improve their comedic and speaking skills.” Excellent. No hallucination there.
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If you're looking to improve your stand-up, scriptwriting, or public speaking abilities, Gemini says, “Chris Head's courses and coaching are a valuable resource”, and who am I to argue with such advanced technology?
It did fail to mention my books and my directing however, so it's not infallible.
"As always, it was an incredibly beneficial session with many invaluable insights and great ideas. Thank you for all your support and encouragement."
Joanna Surowiec, stand-up
Here's a breakdown of my offerings:
My programes cater to a wide range of individuals, from comedians and writers (from newbies to pros) to business professionals seeking to enhance their communication skills. Here's what I offer.
Comedy Coaching:
Stand-up Comedy Courses
On Zoom I work with a group of comedians (typically international groups) developing their material and performance. I also run Saturday workshops in London on different aspects of stand-up, like compering, storytelling and joke writing. And in Stroud, Gloucestershire, I do run my beginners/improvers stand-up course where I guide participants through the process of developing a stand-up routine to delivering it effectively on stage. More info
Comedy Scriptwriting
I also teach comedy writing for various mediums, including sitcoms, comedy drama, sketch shows, and stage plays. I work one-to-one on Zoom and offer courses, covering stopics like joke writing in scripts, character development, and narrative comedic techniques. More info
One-to-One Coaching
I provide personalised coaching sessions on Zoom for all kinds, and all levels, of comedians and writers looking for individual feedback and guidance on their work. More info
Speaking Training:
Sitting, Standing, Screen
In this unique four hour speaking workshop, I focus on enhancing speaking skills in the contexts your team speak in: sitting with colleagues and clients, standing and presenting, speaking on screen in online meetings. Through practical exercises and personalised coaching, participants will improve their voice, pacing and timing, body language, storytelling and message delivery. More info
Stand-up for Agencies
For many years I have brought my acclaimed stand-up comedy training into advertising agencies. There are so many transferrable skills for speaking, pitching and presenting. And the final show in front of friends, family and colleagues is an absolute blast!
Corporate Training
I also offer tailored training programs for businesses and organizations, helping employees improve their communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. More info
Why work with me?
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Experienced Instructor
I have 20 years experience as a comedy coach, director, and author. I have taught at institutions like the BBC Writers, Bath Spa University, and the British Library. Companies I have coached for include Google, Channel 4, Allen & Overy, BBH, McCann and many more,
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Interactive Approach
Whether on Zoom or live in person, my courses emphasise active participation and provide opportunities for play and collaboration.
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Practical Tools and Techniques
I always provide actionable strategies and techniques that you can immediately apply to your comedy or public speaking.
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Supportive Environment
I am known for fostering a particularly friendly and encouraging atmosphere where people feel comfortable playing and exploring their comedic and speaking potential.
