News Eras
What is the news?
a report of recent events.
What is a device that captures light and converts it into an image?
A camera
____ is a distinct part of a news broadcast or publication that covers a specific story or topic, providing viewers or readers with information on recent events, issues, or developments.
News Segment
____ oversees the creative aspects of a film, including directing actors and making key visual decisions.
Director
____ is a news story format where the anchor or reporter reads a script live or pre-recorded while related video footage is shown.
Voice Over
What were some of the key points in the Industrial Age of news media?
Invention of the Electric Telegraph, Invention of the Typewriter, Invention of the Telephone, Invention of the Phonograph,
What is a large background that allows filmmakers to add a different background or scene to a video or photo during post-production?
A green screen
_____ stories that cover current events and recent developments with a focus on timeliness.
Breaking News
____ writes the script, including the dialogue and actions of the characters, and often revises it throughout production.
Screenwriter
____ a term used to describe supplementary footage that is used in conjunction with the main footage in a video or film project.
B-Roll
What were some of the key points in the Golden Age of News Media?
First Color Movie, Invention of TV and First Radio Commercial Broadcast, First TV Transmission
What is a device used in stage lighting to control the intensity, color, and placement of lights during performances, such as in theater, concerts, or television productions?
A lighting board
______ are more reflective and delve deeper into a subject. They provide a comprehensive look at trends, patterns, or significant issues, often using a narrative style to engage the reader.
Feature Story
_____ a broadcast journalist who presents and narrates news stories on television or radio
Anchor
What is an OTS Graphic?
An Over-the-Shoulder (OTS) graphic is a visual element commonly used in television news broadcasts, talk shows, and other video productions.
What were some of the key points in the Electronic Age of News Media?
Black and White TV Becomes Mainstream, Rise of FM Radio, Introduction of Audio Cassettes, First Handheld Mobile Phone
What is a device used to display scrolling text for speakers or presenters to read while looking directly at the audience or camera?
Teleprompter
_____ is a statement that describes the current and predicted weather conditions for a specific area.
Weather Report
____ manages on-set audio recording, capturing dialogue and ensuring audio quality during production.
Sound Mixer
What are some things you need to keep in mind when you are writing a script?
Be sure to “write for the ear”, Avoid using passive voice and use present tense, Write stories for People, Love using action words, be cautious with numbers
What were some of the key points in the Evolution of New Media?
YouTube, Twitter, DVDs Replace VCRs, Launch of Microsoft Internet Explorer.
Which technology is designed to simplify complex live production workflows. Its intuitive interface makes it user-friendly even for operators without extensive technical expertise.
A Tricaster
____ is a part of a news broadcast where reporters, anchors, or guest commentators present opinions, analysis, or viewpoints on a current event or issue.
Editorial Segment
____ manages the overall production, from financing and budgeting to logistics and hiring key crew members.
Producer
____ is a pre-produced, self-contained news story that includes a reporter's narration, video footage, soundbites (SOTs), graphics, and other elements.
Package