project 3

MFJS 2240 PROJECT 3 - STORY DEVELOPMENT FORM

Name: ………………………………………………………………………………….

Story slug/title: ………………………………………………………………………………….

Format Digital PKG | Expected length 1:00-2:00

1. What is the story? In one sentence, summarize the story:

2. Who cares? In one brief sentence, explain why the story is of interest to a Denver/Colorado audience and/or beyond:

3. What is your factual information? You should have gathered enough factual information about your story to establish the basics before you proceed any further with the story. Key info:

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What questions still remain unanswered?

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4. Sources of information you have already tapped into (not hypothetical):

People with whom you’ve already spoken:

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Documents you have consulted:

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5. Interviews planned - with whom, specific contact info, specific location for shooting intv: Whose voices need to be heard?

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6. Visuals needed – what footage/visual aids you will use (other than presenter on camera and the interview(s), sourcing, and permissions needed:

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7. Natural sound/Royalty Free Music – additional audio elements (not interviews), sources, and copyright issues:

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8. Revised focus statement: What should viewers learn/experience/feel from watching this story?

9. A 2-sentence intro for the presenter on screen - Think of an intro that is written for the ear, is attractive, and can grab the audience’s attention: