Preparing for Primetime : The Essential TV Journalism Guide in the AI Age
Overview
Want to break into TV journalism - or sharpen your skills for the digital era?
Whether you're a student, a citizen journalist, or a reporter in a small-town newsroom, Preparing for Primetime is your essential guide to mastering television news in a world where AI meets storytelling.
Written by veteran journalist and media trainer A. Ravi Shankar, this updated and abridged edition blends time-tested broadcast techniques with practical insights for today's fast-paced, tech-driven environment.
Inside this hands-on guide, you'll learn how to:
Identify what makes a story truly newsworthy
Frame, pitch, and develop strong story ideas
Report from the field and direct the camera like a pro
Use tried-and-tested formats to structure your TV story
Plan sharp edits and write compelling scripts
Conduct interviews that bring out powerful soundbites
Work with AI tools to enhance - not replace - journalistic instinct
Preparing for Primetime doesn't just teach theory - it shows you how to think, shoot, write, and edit like a professional. Whether you're producing for broadcast or digital platforms, this book offers a practical, step-by-step approach to creating impactful news content.
Your journey into television and digital journalism starts here.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9798296691149
- ISBN-10: 9798296691149
- Publisher: Independently Published
- Publish Date: August 2025
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.35 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.5 pounds
- Page Count: 162
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