Broadcast Journalism Terminology

Teleprompter

• A device that projects a news script in front of the camera lens for an anchor to read.

• A tool used for editing video footage.

• A software for creating graphics and animations.

• A device that records audio for news broadcasts.

Audio

• The visual portion of a broadcast.

• The sound portion of a broadcast.

• The written content of a broadcast.

• The advertising segment of a broadcast.

Technology Control Room

• A place where news anchors prepare scripts.

• A facility for editing video content.

• Where the technical equipment for putting a newscast on the air is kept and operated.

• A studio for recording voiceovers.

Sound on tape

• A recorded sound bite, audio and video, played during a story.

• A type of video editing technique used in film production.

• A method of sound amplification used in live performances.

• A digital format for storing audio files.

Voice-over

• The anchor speaks over the video, or when a reporter narrates over video cover.

• A type of video editing technique that removes background noise.

• A method of adding subtitles to a video for clarity.

• A technique used to enhance the visual effects in a video.

Package

• A type of software installation file.

• A story that's prepared by a reporter, usually taped, featuring the reporter's track, one or more sound bites and often a stand-up.

• A collection of items for shipping or delivery.

• A segment of a television show that includes various segments.

Video

• Live or recorded moving images.

• Static images displayed in sequence.

• Audio recordings of spoken words.

• Textual content presented on a screen.

Talking head

• A person being interviewed; a dull sound bite of someone just talking.

• A lively discussion between multiple participants.

• A type of video featuring animated characters.

• A segment of a news report with background music.

Sound-bite

• A brief excerpt from a longer piece of audio or video, often used in news reports.

• A type of musical composition that is short and catchy.

• A recorded comment from a news source, usually audio and video.

• A sound effect used in movies to enhance the viewing experience.

Lead-in

• The news anchor reads the beginning part of a news story that introduces the story.

• A summary of the entire news report.

• The conclusion of the news story.

• A detailed analysis of the news topic.