COM 110 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Infographic, Photo Caption, Speedwriting
17 Feb 2017
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Journalists apply news judgement: their ability to determine which stories are most interesting and important to readers. Must decide which topics are most worthy of front-page prominence. Reporters do the research and write the stories, but it"s their editors who ultimately decide how successful they are and where their stories run. 5pm tv newscast: wide variety of topics, heavy emphasis on local news, sports, and weather. Small community weekly: limited resources, tight regional focus local people, local sports, issues that affect community. Online campus newspaper: exclusively on campus life, student sports and academics, with relevant local news tossed in. Impact: does the story matter to readers, the bigger the consequences the bigger the story becomes. Proximity: local events will matter more than events in other citiesusually. Prominence: the more recognizable, the more curious the readers are. Conflict: dramatic confrontations, battles (politics, sports, rivalries) Emotions: respond to stories that are poignant, comical or inspiring.
