Defination of key terms in new reporting

Here are some key terms in new reporting, along with their definitions:

  1. Newsworthiness: The quality of a story that makes it newsworthy, i.e., relevant, interesting, and timely.
  2. Lead: The opening paragraph or sentence of a news story that summarizes the main point or hook to grab the reader's attention.
  3. Angle: The perspective or approach taken to tell a story, which can influence the tone, focus, and content of the report.
  4. Lede: A synonym for "lead" that is often used in journalism to refer to the opening sentence or paragraph of a news story.
  5. Dateline: The location where a news story is reported from, often indicated at the top of the article or broadcast.
  6. Inverted pyramid: A structure for writing news stories that prioritizes the most important information at the top and gradually adds less important details as the story unfolds.
  7. Human interest: A type of story that focuses on the personal experiences and emotions of individuals, often used to make a story more relatable and engaging.
  8. Exclusivity: The claim that a news organization has obtained information or access to a story that no one else has, which can be used to attract readers or viewers.
  9. Scoop: A term used to describe a news story that breaks a new development or reveals previously unknown information, often used to describe a major exclusive.
  10. Follow-up: A subsequent report or update on a story that provides additional information, clarification, or new developments.
  11. Package: A self-contained news report that includes multiple elements, such as video, audio, and text, often used in broadcast journalism.
  12. VOSOT: A type of news package that includes a video report, often with a voiceover, and a separate audio report.
  13. Live shot: A live broadcast from a remote location, often used to report on breaking news or events.
  14. Cutaway: A visual element, such as a graphic or animation, used to enhance a news report or provide additional information.
  15. B-roll: Footage shot for use in a news report, often used to provide visual context or illustrate a point.
  16. Soundbite: A brief, quotable quote or statement from a source, often used to add depth or perspective to a news report.
  17. Narrative: A storytelling approach that uses a clear structure and characters to convey a message or tell a story.
  18. Context: The background information or setting that helps readers or viewers understand a news story and its significance.
  19. Verification: The process of confirming the accuracy and authenticity of information or sources used in a news report.
  20. Fact-checking: The process of verifying the accuracy of specific facts or claims made in a news report.

These terms are essential for understanding the principles and practices of new reporting, and are often used in journalism schools, newsrooms, and media organizations.