Broadcast News Writing, Reporting, and Producing

by Frank Barnas, Marie Barnas

Overview

Now in its eighth edition, Broadcast News Writing, Reporting, and Producing is the industry’s leading textbook covering all aspects of the three pillars of broadcast news.

The book discusses the key strategies and terms of newsgathering and delivery by providing real-world, professional advice for broadcast journalists in the modern-day newsroom. New to the eighth edition is the Best Apps feature, which identifies the most productive apps used by working journalists when covering stories. The book also covers the ever increasing diversity of the journalism field and brings in new voices from professionals working in the industry to discuss these topics. Other new additions include in-depth discussions of fake news, expanded coverage of social media in the newsroom, and an overview of the latest advances in technology available to television and radio news reporters.

Broadcast News Writing, Reporting, and Producing remains the best book for undergraduate students in journalism writing, producing, newsgathering, and multimedia courses.

An accompanying companion website features resources to help instructors deliver online courses, including Powerpoints, Quizlets, and a sample syllabus.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780367427405
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	03/22/2021
Edition description:	8th ed.
Pages:	334
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 10.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Frank Barnas has presented seminars and taught in journalism programs around the world. His background includes television reporting, radio commentary, and documentary productions ranging from Antarctica to Russia. He has been recognized by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, the Broadcast Education Association, and the Fulbright Commission.

Marie Barnas holds MFA degrees in film production and creative writing. She has served as a Fellow for the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, the International Radio and Television Society, and the National Association of Television Producers and Executives. Her production awards include Telly, Cindy, and Communicator Awards.

Table of Contents

Part One – Acquiring the News

Chapter One – Legal and Ethical Considerations

Chapter Two – Locating the News

Chapter Three – Developing Stories

Chapter Four – Collecting Information from Real and Virtual Documents

Chapter Five – Beats, Spot News, and Reporting Assignments

Part Two – Writing the News

Chapter Six – Newswriting Mechanics

Chapter Seven – Newswriting Style

Chapter Eight – Writing Compelling Leads

Part Three – Reporting the News

Chapter Nine – Fieldwork for Multimedia Journalists

Chapter Ten – Interviewing

Chapter Eleven – Covering Planned Events

Chapter Twelve – Reporting Live

Chapter Thirteen – Voiceovers, Packages, and Story Formats

Part Four – Producing the News

Chapter Fourteen – Producing the Television Newscast

Chapter Fifteen – Producing the Radio Newscast

Chapter Sixteen – Delivering the News

Part Five – Transitioning into Professional Newsrooms

Chapter Seventeen – Careers in Broadcast Journalism

Chapter Eighteen – Portfolio Development

Editorial Reviews

Praise for 7th edition:

"Broadcast News Writing, Reporting and Producing complements our practical hands-on approach for new and aspiring Broadcast Journalists. This engaging book seamlessly integrates core journalistic principles - whether in the Newsroom or working in the field – with the processes required to create, present and manage on air content."- Ray Williams, The College of Sports Media, Toronto, ON

"This text has all the major components for a solid background of writing, reporting, and producing news.. It is highly understandable for college students and also adds enough challenges to enable students of all levels to improve their techniques.The examples used in the text will enable students to test their abilities."-Anthony Loudis, Missouri State University, USA

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