News Reporting (421-4-23)

Topic

Video and Multimedia

Instructors

Caryn B Ward

Meeting Info

303 E. Wacker Dr. 1624-A: Tues, Thurs 9:00AM - 11:50AM

Overview of class

This class is designed to prepare students for a career in video journalism.

The primary emphasis will be on reporting; finding stories, gathering facts, getting the right sources and telling the story in an engaging and understandable way.

Students will learn how to operate professional cameras, shoot video, write character-driven stories and edit compelling pieces.

This class will provide students with a solid foundation for jobs in television news, interactive web reporting, and documentary making.

Class Materials (Required)

None

Class Attributes

Attendance at 1st class mandatory