Understanding timely news
Detailed Insights & New Perspectives
See what people of all ages are thinking and talking about in the nation BEFORE you develop story ideas. Pay close attention to the report in this show where young conservative college students share their personal thoughts and feelings.
"This Week" airs live every Sunday morning on ABC channel 7 in the SF Bay Area.
where to find story ideas
Build On What You See
NEWS is everywhere and is constantly changing. Watch TV news to keep up, and see new approaches to storytelling. Find new angles or stories to cover. Be creative when shooting and editing video. Avoid being repetitious or predictable in approach.
Trust you instincts & better judgement. Stand out with excellent new approaches to reporting consistently.
What could be coming next?
A campus this big must have public interest developments going on every day. Talk with students, faculty, department chairs and office staff. Walk around the cafeteria and hear what's going on. Be respectful, nosey and go check it out.
Think Outside The Box
Our daily habits are often stories when new developments happen. What seems normal to you may irritate or excite others. Always look for new perspectives, not just familiar one. Be open to thinking and asking "Why Not?"
watch local tv newscasts
Localize Big Stories
Local TV news operations always look for people in their communities to react to major news events & developments. Use Zoom to bring into your newscast experts with a interesting view or new perspective. Research and find informed sources anywhere in the country or world. Be creative in your choices!
TV Documents History
When a story " has legs," that means it's not going away. Each day a new development should be covered. As more and more news organizations report it, see the importance of finding a new angle to report on in your community. Be a part of historic news reporting that future employers will want to see.
Live Interviews On Set
Pick people to come in the studio you can expect to have a clear and candid conversation on air. Do your research in advance, be polite and personable in style and don't waste time asking easy questions. Create an informative conversation for viewers.