Journalism Article Types

A news report of any length, usually presented in a straightforward style and without editorial comment. Most often written in inverted pyramid with a summary lead.

• news story

• feature story

• editorial

• review

Story that is written to inform, but also to entertain. Sometimes the story behind the story, describing atmosphere, personalities, locations.

• news story

• feature story

• editorial

• review

an article in a newspaper or other periodical presenting the opinion of the publisher, editor, or editors. Does not receive a byline because it represents the opinion of the newspaper.

• news story

• feature story

• editorial

• review

An article critiquing an art form: movie, concert, recording, television program, book, art, restaurant.

• news story

• feature story

• editorial

• review

An article written about a sport. Could be an advance story, featuring an upcoming game or event; a coverage story, which tells the story of a just completed game, tournament or event; or a feature story about an athlete or athletes. Uses elements of both features and news writing.

• news story

• sports story

• column

• press release

A signed article containing the writer's opinion.

• letter to the editor

• sports story

• column

• press release

Written or recorded communication directed at members of the news media for the purpose of announcing something ostensibly newsworthy. Typically, they are mailed, faxed, or e-mailed to assignment editors at newspapers, magazines, radio stations, television stations, or television networks.

• letter to the editor

• sports story

• column

• press release

Letter written to the newspaper to comment on a published story or state an opinion on any subject. Signed by the author, and placed on the Op-Ed page.

• letter to the editor

• sports story

• column

• press release

Which of these types of journalistic writing provides a description of the topic as well as an informed opinion?

• News

• investigative

• reviews

• feature

Which of these types of journalistic writing aims to uncover the truth about a particular subject, person, or event?

• investigative

• news

• feature

• column