1st Place, Community News Story or Package
2024-25, Division 1, Video Journalism
By Sam VerMerris, Avery Wesiman & Nathan Parlmer
Beyond the Rock
Rockford HS
VJ-02. Community News Story/Package
News stories reporting on a single local event, occurrence or issue, outside the scope of the school, that have news value and timeliness to the program’s audience. They focus on the 5 Ws and factual information and give a balanced, unbiased overview. These stories may include interviews, voice-overs, dramatizations, graphics, b-roll and stand-ups. Lower thirds are important for identification. Sports-related news must be submitted in Sports News Story. Submit a URL to the entry.