The State of Video Journalism // March 2014

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The State of Video Journalism Salt Lake Tribune | March 2014

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This was a presentation prepared for a video training workshop geared towards reporters and photographers at the Salt Lake Tribune. The slides may not make sense out of context, but hopefully it's valuable to some.

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The State of Video Journalism

Salt Lake Tribune | March 2014

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It is really, really expensive.

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It is boring to watch.

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Competition is infinite.

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Video is ubiquitous

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Video comes in different forms.

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Video is Visual.

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Video is interactive.

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More experimentation is encouraged.

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VICE has covered breaking news with Google Glass

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Oculus Rift powers 3D, 360 degree movies

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How can our videos stand out?

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Pick your weapon of choice

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Think about style.

newsentertainment

politicssports

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A unique perspective.

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Find your voice.

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Take risks.

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Embrace the unexpected.

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Find inspiration elsewhere.

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401K Video

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Ubank: http://youtu.be/qnrgWGTEVLk

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http://data.digitalfirstmedia.com/kitchenpop/

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http://youtu.be/Gxg8fgIxm3w

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http://youtu.be/tvXKN5Fz_OE

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Prepping for the shoot

Pre-interview.- are they eloquent?- where is the shoot?- timing of the shoot

(day/night time)?- how much time will you

have?- any other b-roll

opportunities?

Check your equipment. - mics (lav clip)- charged/extra batteries- tripod head- lights