LENGTH:
The edited news package must be between 60 seconds and 2 minutes in length. This does not
include the length of the introduction that will be read by the anchor. A production that runs over
or under time must be re-edited to fit the required time allotment.
AUDIO:
Be sure to take the appropriate microphones.(Lav, hand held, USB mic) You must include the B-roll audio- natural sound.
Sound bites: You must include at least two sound bites from different people. You must
interview several different people for this production to get all sides of the story.
When editing, be sure the B-roll shots reinforce the reporter’s V/O audio.
FOOTAGE:
Get a variety of steady, focused shots. Use close ups, medium shots, long shots...of the same
activity. People should be doing activities in your shots; students sitting in desks are boring.
While recording, hold a shot longer than you think you will need it. Generally hold each shot for
10 seconds. Avoid pans and zooms for the sake of panning and zooming. All movement should
be motivated.
SCRIPTS:
You must produce a full script for the news package. The script must include: a separate
anchor's introduction as well as the full script for the package. The package script must include
all audio (VO and sound bites), shots (B roll) and graphics including the name and title for each
sound bite. Sound bites must be written verbatim in the script.
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Make an appointment before you go to a classroom or office to record. Have a call script when
you make your appointment. Be sure to call and confirm your appointment on the day you are
scheduled to record.
GRADES:
- Questions
- Scripts
- Ability to Meet Deadlines/Progress
- News Package
- Production Contribution
- Production Critique
GRAPHICS:
You may produce a graphic that can be used in a corner wipe over the anchor's shoulder during
the introduction to the news package.
| NEWS PACKAGE PRODUCTION JOBS: |
PRODUCER has the final authority over the production. The producer works well with others,
instills confidence, and is well organized and able to keep others on schedule. The producer
provides critique and encouragement to the members of the production team.
RESEARCHER/WRITER searches for new and interesting story angles. The researcher/writer
communicates information in a clear, concise, and interesting manner. Before a shoot, the
researcher/writer contacts experts, checks for background information, and investigates all
sides of a story. The researcher/writer provides script information to the reporter and
videographer so they will know what to emphasize during the shoot. Information must also be
communicated to the video editor who ties words and pictures together in a package.
REPORTER must speak clearly and communicate well with the audience and those involved in
the production. The reporter communicates an interest in and an enthusiasm for the story. The
reporter guides people who may not be comfortable on camera to communicate information,
ideas and feelings to an audience.
VIDEOGRAPHER has technical know-how. The videographer must be well organized, gather
and transport all equipment for a shoot, and must be able to anticipate problems. An artistic eye
is a must to insure visual appeal when setting up shots to tell the story. The videographer varies
camera composition and movements to capture the viewers’ interest.
EDITOR also possesses technical skill and an artistic eye. An editor must turn hours of video
and audio into a seamless story. The editor must pay attention to details to insure that voiceovers
reinforce the appropriate visuals.
To receive full credit for this assignment, complete all of the following:
- Read all directions for this assignment, look at the Assignment Rubric, and view examples of News Packages.
- Complete the AAVP/Practicum: News Package Group Signup Form to declare a group number and let your instructor know who is teaming up. The Person that is #1 on the form is the Team Leader.
- Download the Producing News Package Progress Check List and as a team, complete all tasks needed for the assignment from the check list.
- Download the 2-column script.docx template. Creat a Rough Draft Script before filming A & B roll. Make a list of interview questions and needed shots.
- Plan equipment and schedule interviews needed for filming and recording. Record all needed A & B roll footage.
- Write your final draft Script that includes an intro/story/conclusion, record necessary Voice overs, and edit video. Be sure to check the Producing News Package Progress Check List.
- Render completed video and name it as 2a_group#_newspackage.mp4. Be sure the period and group number corresponds with your group information in the AVP: News Package Group Signup Form.
- As a Team, complete the Producing a News Package Rubric.
- Each Team member will complete their own Producing a News Package Contributions Evaluation and Questions and Turn in to Google Classroom. Be sure the period and your name corresponds with your information in the file name.
- Each groups Team Leader will submit the rendered video, Final Script, Producing News Package Progress Check List, and the completed Producing a News Package Rubric for the team, and his/her own Producing a News Package Contributions Evaluation and Questions to Google Classroom.
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