Storytelling
What is one of the main purposes of a yearbook?
To document the people, events, experiences, memories, and stories of the school year
If you see a student smiling in a photo, can you automatically say they are happy?
No.
Why do yearbook staff members interview people?
To gather truthful info and discover the story behind a moment or event.
T or F: Everyone on a yearbook staff needs to have the exact same talents.
False.
What is a caption?
Text that explains or adds context to a photograph.
e: A photograph shows the ________. A story explains why the _________ matters.
Moment / moment
What is the difference between what you see and what you assume?
What you see is observable. What you assume is an interpretation or guess.
Which is stronger? A. Did you like the game? B. What was the most memorable moment of the game for you?
What was the most memorable moment of the game for you?
Name two different strengths someone could bring to a yearbook staff.
Photography, writing, interviewing, design, editing, organization, marketing, creativity, leadership, etc.
What is context?
Info that helps us understand a situation.
Name three of the five things a storyteller should look for when discovering a story.
People, Action, Emotion, Context, Meaning
You see a student sitting alone with their head down. Which are we assuming? A. They're sad. B. They're having a terrible day. C. They're sitting with their head down. D. They're upset with their friends.
C. They're sitting with their head down.
What does it mean to "ask one more question?" A. To be annoying. B. To dig deeper
To dig deeper.
Which staff member would be most focused on spelling, grammar & accuracy?
Editor.
What is layout?
The way elements are arranged within a photo or design.
Why is a yearbook more than just a collection of photos?
It tells the stories and meaning behind the moments & documents the people & experiences of the school year.
Why can assumptions be dangerous when creating a yearbook?
We could tell an inaccurate story or misrepresent someone's experiences.
A student says "The game was really fun." Give one follow up question.
Answers vary. "What made it fun?" "What was your favorite part?" "What happened that you remember the most?"
Why is teamwork important on a yearbook staff?
Different people have different strengths & the yearbook requires many skills & responsibilities.
What is a deadline?
The time by which something must be completed.
You see a picture of two students laughing together. What is something you SEE, and what is something you DON'T KNOW yet?
SEE: Two students are laughing/smiling. DON'T KNOW: Why they're laughing, what happened, what they're talking about.
You're photographing a student holding a trophy. Name two things you can SEE and two questions you could ask to discover the story.
Observations should be factual; questions should help uncover context, emotions, meaning or background.
Which would probably give the best yearbook story? A. Did you enjoy being on the team? B. Was the season fun? C. What is one moment from the season you'll always remember?
C. "What is one moment from the season you'll always remember?"
Your staff has an awesome photographer, excellent writer, great designer & organized person. Why could this be stronger than having 4 people who are all good at photography?
They bring different skills that work together to create a complete yearbook.
Someone who reviews content for accuracy, clarity, grammar & quality.
Editor.