Oct. 7 class: We’ll review the SMU Spotify playlists, and discuss your story ideas for Project 1. We’ll also talk about differences in broadcast & online video packages.
Links to the SMU playlists:
As a reminder: Projects must combine two platforms. Your options include
- Online writing
- Photography
- Audio documentary
- Video promo
- Broadcast news story
Examples of student projects from last spring
Due Oct. 7: 1) Read/watch the materials in the Online news packages folder. 2) Two story ideas for Project 1. Use the format below and email them to me or share via Google doc by the start of class.
Story ideas format
What: in two sentences, explain the central focus of your story. If it’s an event, when is it? (Project 1 is due Nov. 11)
How: which two formats (online writing, photo, video, etc.) will you use and why are those the best ways to tell this story?
Sources (must have three)
- Name & title: Must have named sources (not “a student”)
- Contact info: How will you contact this person?
- Contribution: in 1-2 sentences, explain what information you expect this person to contribute to your story
- Five questions: List 5 questions you will ask this person to get the info you need for this story
Visuals: in 3-4 sentences explain what type of visuals you will use and how they will help illustrate the story
Side note: Considering shooting a broadcast/online story with a tablet or smartphone? Read these tips first.
Oct. 12 class: We’ll talk about video production techniques, and use the camcorders/iPad minis to shoot intro videos.
Due Oct. 12: Story plan for Project 1. Use the formats and examples posted on Blackboard. Submit to me via email or Google doc.
Multiplatform Journalism 