Tv news graphics package
A TV news graphics package refers to the visual elements and design used to present news information on television. A comprehensive graphics package typically includes:
- Logo: The news organization's logo, which is often displayed prominently on screen.
- Typography: The font styles and sizes used to display text, including headlines, titles, and body copy.
- Color scheme: The palette of colors used to brand the news organization and create visual hierarchy on screen.
- Graphics templates: Pre-designed templates for specific types of graphics, such as:
- Lower-thirds (interviews, profiles, and other features)
- Maps and weather graphics
- Breaking news alerts and tickers
- Election and sports graphics
- Social media and web graphics
- Motion graphics: Animated elements, such as:
- Animated logos and icons
- Animated transitions and effects
- Animated graphics for specific stories or topics
- 3D graphics: Three-dimensional elements, such as:
- 3D maps and models
- 3D animations and simulations
- 3D graphics for special reports or documentaries
- Virtual sets: Virtual environments used to create the illusion of a live studio or newsroom.
- Chyron: A type of graphics system that allows for real-time data integration and manipulation.
- News ticker: A scrolling display of news headlines and updates.
- Alerts and notifications: Visual cues to alert viewers to breaking news or important updates.
A well-designed TV news graphics package should:
- Be visually appealing and engaging
- Be easy to read and understand
- Be consistent in its design and branding
- Be able to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner
- Be adaptable to different formats and platforms (e.g., TV, web, social media)
Some popular TV news graphics packages include:
- Avid's iNews
- Chyron's Lyric
- Grass Valley's Ignite
- Ross Video's XPression
- Vizrt's Viz Engine
These packages often include a range of tools and features to help news organizations create engaging and informative graphics, including:
- Graphics creation software
- Data integration and manipulation tools
- Real-time data feeds and APIs
- Animation and motion graphics tools
- Virtual set and 3D graphics capabilities
- Integration with other newsroom systems and tools