Broadcast Journalism

Course Number: #1995

Behind the camera or in front of the camera, it’s covered in Broadcast Journalism. This course introduces students to all aspects of broadcast news and video production, including shooting, editing, and adding special effects to video, as well as writing and reporting for the small screen. Students in this class will gain experience in all three phases of production, working in teams to create a series of video projects, including public service announcements, music videos, and news packages.

Prerequisites: Journalism I and Language Arts 9

Credit(s): .5

Open to Grade(s): 10–12

Texts and Materials: Writing News for Television; News 101