The Broadcast Journalism Class

Students will actually become a part of the Broadcast Journalism industry. They will learn the meaning of the phrase and what is involved in the Broadcast Journalism production process. They will learn about the equipment used, the philosophy of Journalism and how to tell a story using video, sound and graphics. Throughout the year they will produce and edit television style news stories, documentaries, and interviews. In the second phase of the course students will be responsible for producing Weehawken High School's daily announcements and newscasts. In addition to learning all aspects of the production process students will learn about the career opportunities available in the Broadcast Journalism industry.

Units:

• Introduction to Broadcast Journalism

• Elements of Video Production and the Broadcast Process

• Video Editing Process and Theory. Introduction to WeVideo Software

• Purpose and producing of Graphics

• Script Writing and Rundown production

• Meaning and uses of Opens, Closes and Teases

• Roles of Studio and Control Room Personnel

• Studio Equipment Operation

• Control Room Equipment Operation, Recording and Distribution

• Dress Rehearsals

• Daily Announcements/Newscasts

Broadcast Journalism 7

This class was created for incoming Middle School students, who have an interest in taking Broadcast Journalism, but lack the knowledge base needed to tackle some of the more advanced aspects of that course. Broadcast Journalism 7 is only a half-year course, but introduces units and lessons designed to give students a strong head start, while providing them with everything they need to prepare for the more advanced Broadcast Journalism course. This course will also provide students with important basic video production skills, which will make them eligible to join the Kid Witness News Club.