PAV Vocab 5 Review

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A person who presents news on TV, radio, or the Internet.

Back

news anchor

Front

Reporter narrating on location.

Back

stand up

Front

When an anchor or reporter hands off the show to another.

Back

anchor toss

Front

A device that displays a speech or script visually for the speaker.

Back

teleprompter

Front

Graphic overlay in title-safe lower area of screen.

Back

lower third

Front

Rectangular area inset from edges for neat display of text, graphics, and actions.

Back

title safe and action safe areas

Front

A brief announcement (2-15 seconds) with a voice-over, placed between program pauses and commercial breaks, usually previewing upcoming stories.

Back

bumper

Front

Term for sound (music, room tone, effects) that enhances scene atmosphere.

Back

sound bed

Front

Narration in a movie or broadcast without an image of the speaker.

Back

voice over

Front

First line of a news story that captures its essence and engages the audience.

Back

lead