RBTV Today - ID# 298

Riverside Brookfield
News Program
Entry Description

RBTV Today presents all things RB, and the weather.

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Recent Teacher Comments

  • 4/19 8:02 am - This news show had strong audio throughout and delivered a well-rounded presentation overall. The pacing and variety of content worked nicely, and the weather segment was a great addition. Since you included a 10-day forecast graphic, it would be even more engaging if the weather anchor briefly discussed the upcoming week, not just today and tonight. The opening sequence was solid, but make sure the anchor two-shot stays steady, especially when over-the-shoulder graphics are used—shifting the anchors slightly lower in the frame can help balance the composition. In the Houser Junior High story, be mindful of details: if a lower third shows the interviewee’s name, they don’t need to state it again—start the clip just after that. Also, spell out the school’s full name in graphics to keep it formal. The b-roll selection is strong, but try to better sync visuals with narration. For example, show the parking lot when it’s mentioned instead of unrelated footage. Also, instead of rapid cuts between b-roll and interviews, group several b-roll shots together for smoother flow. In the OLAS story, your guest stood up at the end—ideally, reshoot that moment or overlay b-roll to keep it clean.
  • 3/3 7:15 am - Good audio and overall a good show. Some of the camera switching was off a bit. Maybe have a printed script in front of the Director/Technical Director with the camera switches marked on it. In the Houser Junior High story, in the interview with the AP, you have a lower third that says his name so he does not need to say it. Start right after that. Also, just “Houser” is slang for the school. The LT should spell it out, “House Junior High School.” I like your use of b-roll, but try to SWAP more (Synchronize Words And Pictures). When he is talking about the parking lot, show the parking lot, instead of a bus going down the road. Also, it is kind of jarring with a quick shot of b-roll (which is good), quick cut of interview, quick cut of b-roll, quick cut of interview, quick cut of b-roll…..Instead have a number of b-roll shots together. In the OLAS story, your guest gets up at the end. You probably should have had her redo the part or put some b-roll over the end to hide her getting up. It’s nice you do the weather. Since you have a 10 day graphic up, have the weather person talk briefly about the upcoming week instead of just today and tonight.
  • 3/1 10:29 pm - nice intro sequence. Must hold that shot steady of the anchors 2 shot. Put the anchors on the third line when there are OTS graphics, makes the shot looks unbalanced.
Judge 1

Positives: Great effort including both announcements delivered by the anchors in studio and field reporting. This makes for a more well rounded program. Producing a newscast daily is very ambitious. This is great experience meeting deadlines and having to produce enough content.

Improvements: There were some technical errors throughout the newscast. This included audio problems in the first anchor segment, an interview subject out of focus in the Hauser piece and the sports anchor showing through some of the fullscreen graphics. There were also some non-technical errors which if corrected would create a more polished newscast. These included laughter when mistakes were made while reading the teleprompter, Hauser misspelled in a lower-third graphic and the second interview subject standing up to leave before the video faded out in the Hola piece.

Judge 2

Positives: Fast-paced anchor reads - really moved things along. Also i liked the Hispanic students organization package - the lighting on the two girls who spoke was fabulous.

Improvements: One thing that was distracting - several times on anchor would finish and the other start talking, but the shot stayed on the girl who wasn;t talking. One other thing - the sports segment could use some visuals. If there is no video, you could use graphics to show scores.

Judge 3

Positives: Construction of School Property Package: Good variety of b-roll used in the package, which helps enhance the story and keep the visuals engaging. OLAS with Emilia: Interviewee Emma Lopez brought great energy to the segment, which helped capture the audience's attention. Plenty of engaging footage was included, making the story visually interesting and dynamic.

Improvements: Camera Shake: The camera off the top is shaking, which can be distracting. If possible, reconsider or redo this shot to improve the stability and overall production quality. Anchor Engagement: When both anchors are on camera, they should be looking at the same camera or engaging with each other. If there’s a need to turn to another camera, it should only happen when it’s time to read. This will keep the show relaxed and easy to follow, as having one anchor looking elsewhere can distract the viewer and make them lose focus. Transitions: The transitions between segments seem to be a bit off or slow. If possible, consider reworking these to make them more seamless and engaging. Anchor Energy: Anchors should feel free to bring more energy and enthusiasm to their delivery, especially when covering lighter, fun stories like the Do-Rite Donuts hit. Body language and enthusiasm are key to keeping the show engaging and fun to watch. Emma Lopez Award: Instead of just talking about Emma, it would be much more impactful to hear from Emma herself. This would add a personal touch and allow the audience to connect more directly with her story. Construction of School Property Package: Use a tripod for more stable shots. This will help enhance the quality of the visuals and make the footage smoother. Consider using a shot list to help structure the visuals. Start with wide shots to establish the location, followed by medium and tight shots for specific details (e.g., bike racks, street signs, or benches). While the interview in the space is a good choice, consider introducing the subject (Chris) yourself to make the story flow more smoothly. The interviewee should get right to the point without having to introduce themselves. After the interviewee is introduced, use b-roll to cover them instead of reusing interview shots, which can become distracting. Make sure the audio levels between the track and interviews are balanced. This will help maintain a consistent sound throughout the package. OLAS with Emilia: Consider having interviewees switch sides during the interview. Filming one interviewee on the right side of the screen and the other on the left can make the visual composition more dynamic, especially when filmed in the same space. It prevents the interviews from looking too repetitive or static. Weather with Matteo: Instead of using a 10-day screenshot from the Apple Weather app, consider creating a short-term graphic that can be incorporated into the broadcast system. This would provide a cleaner and more professional look. The 10-day forecast may not always be accurate, especially after day 4 or 5. It’s better to forecast the current day, tonight, and tomorrow based on the actual recording and show these updates to the school body. Consider adding a ‘Friday Night Football’ forecast preview, which could make the segment more relevant and engaging for students interested in the event. Sports: The basketball graphic was missing the score visually, which is an important element for context. If the score was meant to be there, make sure it’s included in future graphics. If you’re unsure about your script, consider holding it in your hand as a reference, but avoid reading directly off of it. This will help maintain a more natural delivery while keeping you on track.

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