15 steps to news writing
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Consider the elements of news
The process of evaluating the facts and determine the most important parts of that certain story.
elements of news
timeliness, oddity, currency, prominence, human interests, conflict, proximity, consequence
choosing an angle
Choosing an angle is like choosing the point of view from which your story will be told.
interviewees not directly impacted
you will not have an accurate story
meaty quote
A quote that is lengthy and contains a lot of accurate information
rules for interviewing
be prepared, have your questions ready, take good notes, dress properly, listen, look your subject in the eye
transcirbe
This way you can have all the information. do this within 24 hours.
zinger
best quotes, at the beginning and the end of your story.
transitions
Transitions move you from one quote to the next
first paragraph in a story, 25-30 words
Lead
headline
It should be written as a complete sentence.
It should have a present tense verb.
It should not have any conjunctions or articles.
relationship between stairs and new story
you need all the components to make a sturdy platform
AP
Associated Press