News montage template

Here is a basic template for a news montage:

Title: [Insert title of the news story or topic]

Intro: (0-5 seconds)

• Opening shot of a news anchor or a graphic with the title of the story
• Brief introduction to the story, setting the tone and context

Segment 1: (5-15 seconds)

• Cut to a video clip or graphic illustrating the first point of the story
• Voiceover or narration providing context and details
• Optional: B-roll footage or additional visuals to enhance the segment

Segment 2: (15-30 seconds)

• Cut to a video clip or graphic illustrating the second point of the story
• Voiceover or narration providing context and details
• Optional: B-roll footage or additional visuals to enhance the segment

Segment 3: (30-45 seconds)

• Cut to a video clip or graphic illustrating the third point of the story
• Voiceover or narration providing context and details
• Optional: B-roll footage or additional visuals to enhance the segment

Conclusion: (45-60 seconds)

• Recap of the main points of the story
• Final thoughts or analysis from the anchor or a guest expert
• Optional: A call to action or a preview of upcoming stories

Outro: (60-90 seconds)

• Closing shot of the anchor or a graphic with the title of the story
• Final thoughts or a reminder of the importance of the story
• Optional: A tagline or a call to action to encourage viewers to engage with the story further

Style:

• Use a mix of video clips, graphics, and B-roll footage to keep the montage visually interesting
• Use a consistent color scheme and font style throughout the montage
• Use transitions and animations to move between segments and add visual interest
• Keep the pace of the montage fast-moving and engaging, with a mix of quick cuts and longer shots

Tips:

• Keep the segments short and focused on one key point or idea
• Use clear and concise language in the voiceover or narration
• Use visuals to illustrate complex concepts or data
• Consider using a mix of live-action footage and animation to add visual interest
• Make sure to include a clear call to action or a reminder of the importance of the story at the end of the montage.