Basement Barstool - ID# 392

Homewood-Flossmoor
Talk Show
Entry Description

Talk with college bound senior

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Recent Teacher Comments

  • 4/17 9:50 am - Story - Questions were written well however could have been organized better to tell a story. Production Value - Audio was extremely loud on the mic of the host. Cameras were a little off centered. B-roll was engaging. Talent - Host is engaging and has positive energy throughout the interview.
  • 4/5 9:04 am - The host is engaging and energetic and does a great job trying to connect with the audience and his guest. Conversation is solid and use of B-Roll was effective in helping tell his story. The home set is a little clunky but the conversation is solid.
  • 3/5 10:41 am - Great use of intro graphic/music! The host was speaking very loud, but the B Roll and photographs were great! Excellent, personable questions as well.
Judge 1

Positives: -Great opening graphic -Music enhanced but never overpowered the segment -Good use of b-roll -Polished but still very personable interviewer, awesome job!

Improvements: -Light reflecting off background is a little harsh -Creating a lower third graphic with guest's name/title would look more professional. Either make it in the editing program itself or free programs like Adobe Express!

Judge 2

Positives: Great use of b-roll, it is always good to show rather than tell. I also appreciate that you had multiple camera angles including a 1-shot and 2-shot. The interviewer seemed very comfortable on camera and rather than drilling the athlete with a bunch of questions, this came across like a genuine conversation between friends.

Improvements: Music can add a fun element to these types of interviews, however this song was a little too laid back. An upbeat, ESPN-type song would be more fitting. The 1-shot on the athlete was a little distracting due to the sign in front of him. The sign could have been omitted or you the shot could have been a bit tighter.

Judge 3

Positives: 1. Host was well spoken and had a good energy 2. Host had a good range of questions for the guest and did his research

Improvements: 1. Host did not really delve into "follow up questions," or on-the-fly questions in regards to the last answer. Don't be afraid to make up questions on the spot to prod for more interesting info 2. B roll could have had a bit more variety, such as for the different sports the guest plays or his studies.

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