Career Corner with Alyssa Donovan - ID# 295
Maine West
Talk Show
Entry Description
On this episode of Career Corner, Addie sits down with Alyssa Donovan to discuss her work at WGN.
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Recent Teacher Comments
- 4/23 6:50 am - Story Good structure of questions Production Value - Professional audio, well composed cameras shots, good use of green screen Talent - Good delivery of questions
- 4/11 7:39 am - Host does a terrific job in this well prepared conversation with Alyssa Donavan. The B-Roll is a great addition to visualize all of the elements of her job. I am not sure if this meets the category requirements of being continuous (it appears their are several edits throughout) but as an informational piece for someone interested into going into broadcasting this is a great watch. I did not like the music track that was placed in midway through, not sure why it was there or what purpose it served, in some ways it got in the way of the important conversation between the two.
- 3/5 11:30 am - Great use of the B Roll right off the bat, with a nice conversational tone! I also loved the organic follow up between anchor and guest between questions. Way to include video credits at the end!
Judge 1
Positives: -Awesome use of b-roll and visuals -Engaging interviewer, great at being in the moment and responding to your subject -Excellent lighting
Improvements: -Try to look at your notes less
Judge 2
Positives: Wonderful use of b-roll. This adds context to what Alyssa is saying and helps the viewer get to know her and what she does every day in her career. The interviewer is very well prepared and comfortable on camera. Addie did a great job establishing a dialogue with Alyssa and asked thoughtful, researched questions.
Improvements: When Alyssa was discussing the challenges her career brings, the sad music was a little distracting. I know we want to paint the picture of her hardships for the audience, but maybe a song with a more serious tone rather than sad tone would have been a better choice. All in all, the overall use of music was effective in this interview.
Judge 3
Positives: 1. The interview was very informative and great follow up questions were asked. 2. Lots of different b-roll was sourced and used well.
Improvements: 1. The b roll sometimes distracts from what the client is saying. It is a talk show; don't be afraid to just show the client talking for a long time. 2. The transitions between footage and her face were often distracting. It's okay to put together multiple clips without cross dissolving. This will make it more natural and easier to listen to her.
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