Basic Elements of Profiles
Media Law
Photo Essay
What's Newsworthy?
Press Release
100

This engaging opening grabs the reader's attention and is a key element of a compelling profile.

What is lede? 

100

This is a false and defamatory written attack on a person's reputation or character.

What is libel? 

100

These enhance the understanding of a photo essay by providing descriptive, narrative, and reflective context.

What are captions? 

100

The fascination with the stories of others, including their achievements and challenges, reflects a deep-seated connection to personal narratives.

What is human interest? 

100

The writing structure that organizes a story by placing the important information at the top, the specifics in the middle, and the extra details at the bottom is commonly used in news releases.

What is an inverted pyramid? 

200

This angle or recurring idea weaves throughout a story, often focusing on overcoming adversity or succeeding against odds.

What is theme?

200

This term refers to oral or spoken defamation that can harm a person's reputation.

What is slander?

200

This element of a good photo essay evokes strong feelings and connects the audience to the story.

What is emotional impact? 

200

Local information and events are newsworthy because they impact the people in our community and region, making us care more about what happens nearby.

What is proximity? 

200

These essential elements for press releases are crucial for ensuring clear communication and timely publication.

What is...

- The company address

- A contact, with telephone #

- the date of the press release

- The date when the press release can be published

300

This information about the subject is often inserted in the middle of the story and isn't written chronologically.

What is the background? 

300

Publishing something with knowledge of its falsity or with reckless disregard for the truth is known as this.

What is actual malice? 

300

The purpose of learning how to write photo essays is this application.

What is to apply storytelling techniques? 

300

Immediate and current information, including events, is newsworthy because it has recently occurred, making it relevant and engaging.

What is timeliness?

300

The proper way to conclude a press release involves adding a brief paragraph about the company, along with its website if available, and a specific symbol to finalize the press release.

What is ###? 

400

This type of profile must include crucial information such as survivors and significant life details.

What are obituary profiles? 

400

These individuals are in the public eye due to their achievements or notoriety, or by seeking attention in public controversies.

What is Public Figures? 

400

The first photo in Kalia's photo essay depicts this, symbolizing the start of volleyball practice.

What is an image of her feet? 

400

People are drawn to information that assists them in making informed decisions, such as musician interviews for music lovers or business news for job seekers.

What is relevance? 

400

Public service announcements are messages that TV or radio stations will air without charge, typically running for a duration that ranges from brief to slightly longer, provided they contain noncommercial and non-political content.

What is 15 seconds to one minute? 

500

This interviewing technique uncovers turning points by asking about obstacles, revealing intriguing parts of a profile subject's story.

What is the GOAL Method? 

500

These individuals are not in the public spotlight by choice and don't have the same media access to defend themselves, leading to different standards in proving libel.

What are Private Figures? 

500

James's photo essay focused on the dynamic and collaborative environment of musicians preparing for a performance.

What is band practice? 

500

People are interested in identifying ways to address problems that matter to them.

What is a solution? 

500

Public relations practitioners often use these tools to promote corporate products.

What are media kits?