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Wednesday, 13 May 2015
LO5: Legal & Ethical - Copyright, Bias, Censorship, Libel
Does it meet legal/ ethical requirements? (copyright/bias/censorship/ libel).
Legal, WatershedAll content is fact and does not present content that would offend people. The content is not supportive nor does it discriminate against people of different ethnic groups. Though none of the games shown are rated 18, blood may feature in footage from games such as 'Bloodborne'. which is a 16 Therefore we would select and edit footage that would not include inappropriate content but is still relevant. Content would not be covered by the watershed since it airs mid-day, but as previously mentioned we have made sure the content is suitable for airing.
Content mentioned is news and is not owned by any specific person. It does not violate any copyright restrictions. It is also not bias. It does not speak positively of negatively within the news script having the purpose to inform. Any footage shown within the script would be used for purposes of reviewing and discussion meaning this would not violate any copyright restrictions.
Bias
Our script is not bias. The scripts purpose is to inform and is not affiliated or supportive of any game, developer or anybody else who we could have a bias opinion against. It presents facts that have been taken from reliable sources.
Copyright
Our script does not break any copyright restrictions. This is because all visuals that are used are video game footage and audio that is used for the purposes of review and discussion; therefore it does not break any copyright restrictions. However we still would need to reference the material used and the game it is from, who it is supplied by etc and get permission for showing video game footage, audio and other content. Especially in some cases for games that have no footage released yet or are hard to get hold of.
This applies to the GFX and SFX that we use. If we use video game footage or audio during it we need to reference and gain permission for its usage from both the developers and publishers of the game the material comes from as that footage would also be copyrighted.
All lines used do not break copyright restrictions since it is news and nobody owns right towards this information. Though it is important to gain permission from developers and publishers for content that is not covered by this law since they can sue/fine us for the use of the content and this fine can often be thousands of pounds based on the severity.
Content mentioned is news and is not owned by any specific person. It does not violate any copyright restrictions. It is also not bias. It does not speak positively of negatively within the news script having the purpose to inform. Any footage shown within the script would be used for purposes of reviewing and discussion meaning this would not violate any copyright restrictions. Our script does not break any copyright restrictions. This is because all visuals that are used are our video game footage that is used for the purposes of review and discussion; therefore it does not break any copyright restrictions. All lines used do not break copyright restrictions since it is news and nobody owns right towards this information. Though it is important to gain permission from developers and publishers for content that is not covered by this law since they can sue/fine us for the use of the content and this fine can often be thousands of pounds based on the severity.
Censorship
We have not censored any footage or lines as the scripts content is used for the purposes of review and discussion therefore we do not break any restrictions held. There is no use of strong language or other content that needs to be censored through a beep for example.
Libel
All content shown is pure fact and does not bend the truth. The scripts purpose is to inform and content are all news items taken from reliable sources with supportive evidence/credited work. Therefore all content presented in our script is the truth. All information such as releases dates have confirmed dates from suppliers/retailers for example and multiple other sources. All information was checked against multiple sources to filter out any false information. It is important to reference your sources because often you can be blamed for false representation and stealing of others work, so it is important to reference so that you are not blamed or potentially sued for stealing others work.
Censorship
Bias
Our script is not bias. The scripts purpose is to inform and is not affiliated or supportive of any game, developer or anybody else who we could have a bias opinion against. It presents facts that have been taken from reliable sources.
Copyright
Our script does not break any copyright restrictions. This is because all visuals that are used are video game footage and audio that is used for the purposes of review and discussion; therefore it does not break any copyright restrictions. However we still would need to reference the material used and the game it is from, who it is supplied by etc and get permission for showing video game footage, audio and other content. Especially in some cases for games that have no footage released yet or are hard to get hold of.
This applies to the GFX and SFX that we use. If we use video game footage or audio during it we need to reference and gain permission for its usage from both the developers and publishers of the game the material comes from as that footage would also be copyrighted.
All lines used do not break copyright restrictions since it is news and nobody owns right towards this information. Though it is important to gain permission from developers and publishers for content that is not covered by this law since they can sue/fine us for the use of the content and this fine can often be thousands of pounds based on the severity.
Content mentioned is news and is not owned by any specific person. It does not violate any copyright restrictions. It is also not bias. It does not speak positively of negatively within the news script having the purpose to inform. Any footage shown within the script would be used for purposes of reviewing and discussion meaning this would not violate any copyright restrictions. Our script does not break any copyright restrictions. This is because all visuals that are used are our video game footage that is used for the purposes of review and discussion; therefore it does not break any copyright restrictions. All lines used do not break copyright restrictions since it is news and nobody owns right towards this information. Though it is important to gain permission from developers and publishers for content that is not covered by this law since they can sue/fine us for the use of the content and this fine can often be thousands of pounds based on the severity.
Censorship
We have not censored any footage or lines as the scripts content is used for the purposes of review and discussion therefore we do not break any restrictions held. There is no use of strong language or other content that needs to be censored through a beep for example.
Libel
All content shown is pure fact and does not bend the truth. The scripts purpose is to inform and content are all news items taken from reliable sources with supportive evidence/credited work. Therefore all content presented in our script is the truth. All information such as releases dates have confirmed dates from suppliers/retailers for example and multiple other sources. All information was checked against multiple sources to filter out any false information. It is important to reference your sources because often you can be blamed for false representation and stealing of others work, so it is important to reference so that you are not blamed or potentially sued for stealing others work.
Censorship
We have not censored any footage or lines as the scripts content is used for the purposes of review and discussion therefore we do not break any restrictions held. There is no use of strong language or other content that needs to be censored through a beep for example.
Friday, 24 April 2015
Thursday, 23 April 2015
LO5: Task 1: Script Reflection Of Feedback
Recap of Assignment
For this assignment we were asked to produce a script that lasted roughly 5 minutes for The Games Corner. Presenting news from the week we were assigned (23/3-27/3) into the style of a TV news broadcast.
Recap Target Audience
The target audience of our script are those interested in gaming news. Since this is for Sheffield live our target audience also covers ethnic minorities since Sheffield Live is a community radio station that supports this. Which means they are likely to be in the demographic of C2DE and have less disposalable income for thier lifestyle. It also may mean that the viewer owns one console (or handheld) so only a certain amount of news towards that console is relevant in the news; which is something to consider when researching.
However since gaming is a mainstream hobby our target audience has a wider range covering many demographics. Though a dedicated gaming news channel will be more likely followed by those who are dedicated to their hobby. This means that our script also needs to appeal to a mainstream audience and follow the style and conventions of those types of broadcast. Fitting into a demographic of ABC1 and will have a higher disposable income for thier lifestyle; they will probably own multiple console and have a above average income that allows them to dedicate their money to their hobby.
Our script covers our target audience by following the style and conventions of a news broadcast. We have followed this by having an introduction; which is a conventions of news broadcast.
We have also covered our target audience by presenting relevant gaming news of that week with depth and intrigue.
Another area that covers our target audience is a variety of gaming news which is also a style/convention of a TV news broadcast.
Have needs/ expectations been met for the client brief and target audience?
According to feedback our script met expectations. It was commented that overall it was well written and will the time slot suitably. It was also commented that the script works well and to a professional standard. Based on this I believe we have met that expectations and suitably fulfilled the brief and target audience.
Based on feedback there were no issues with incorrect content. It was not commented at any point that the content is incorrect. However it was commented that is lacks variety which is a feature that professional script writer for TV news broadcasts would include. Therefore this is a area we need to improve.
For this assignment we were asked to produce a script that lasted roughly 5 minutes for The Games Corner. Presenting news from the week we were assigned (23/3-27/3) into the style of a TV news broadcast.
Recap Target Audience
The target audience of our script are those interested in gaming news. Since this is for Sheffield live our target audience also covers ethnic minorities since Sheffield Live is a community radio station that supports this. Which means they are likely to be in the demographic of C2DE and have less disposalable income for thier lifestyle. It also may mean that the viewer owns one console (or handheld) so only a certain amount of news towards that console is relevant in the news; which is something to consider when researching.
However since gaming is a mainstream hobby our target audience has a wider range covering many demographics. Though a dedicated gaming news channel will be more likely followed by those who are dedicated to their hobby. This means that our script also needs to appeal to a mainstream audience and follow the style and conventions of those types of broadcast. Fitting into a demographic of ABC1 and will have a higher disposable income for thier lifestyle; they will probably own multiple console and have a above average income that allows them to dedicate their money to their hobby.
Our script covers our target audience by following the style and conventions of a news broadcast. We have followed this by having an introduction; which is a conventions of news broadcast.
We have also covered our target audience by presenting relevant gaming news of that week with depth and intrigue.
Another area that covers our target audience is a variety of gaming news which is also a style/convention of a TV news broadcast.
Have needs/ expectations been met for the client brief and target audience?
According to feedback our script met expectations. It was commented that overall it was well written and will the time slot suitably. It was also commented that the script works well and to a professional standard. Based on this I believe we have met that expectations and suitably fulfilled the brief and target audience.
Clients likes and dislikes.
Feedback said that they liked the "witty comment" written for the section covering 'The Witcher', which was supposedly well informed.
They also liked the duration and felt it was overall well written and fit for purpose. It was commented that it "works well and to a professional standard".
The client disliked the focus upon one specific host commenting "I have a lot to read...". It was then suggested that we "...swap over who talks...". Based on this we would equal distribute lines.
The client also disliked that it mainly focused on releases asking for more variety in content. It was suggested that we look at technology news, indie developers and new events.
Improvements
- Equally distribute content between the hosts
- More variety in content
- Missing abbreviations and directions
The feedback presents important points. For example a variety (events, game dev news, technology, less heavy news; less focused on releases) of content is a common attribute found in TV broadcasts. If this is lacking this means the script does not follow conventions and will not appeal as directly as a industry standard script would towards the target audience.
Missing abbreviations and directions are very important since if these are missing it does not specify how the script should be made are needed for the production crew to use. The same applies to scheduling if details such as that were missing production couldn't be carried out.
Improvements
- Equally distribute content between the hosts
- More variety in content
- Missing abbreviations and directions
The feedback presents important points. For example a variety (events, game dev news, technology, less heavy news; less focused on releases) of content is a common attribute found in TV broadcasts. If this is lacking this means the script does not follow conventions and will not appeal as directly as a industry standard script would towards the target audience.
Missing abbreviations and directions are very important since if these are missing it does not specify how the script should be made are needed for the production crew to use. The same applies to scheduling if details such as that were missing production couldn't be carried out.
Relevant changes that need to made to the script.
Based on feedback it was suggested that the changes that need to made are issues with content distribution between the presenters and the content generally lacking in variety. Based on this we will equally distribute content and alter the content to be more varied.
Improvements
- Equally distribute content between the hosts.
I will carry this out by using a word count and swapping presenters names around as well as in places breaking up larger chunks of text to equally distribute the content. Which shall be prof-read at the end.
This is important because it means that the broadcast will not drag on and gives the presenters breaks that are necessary so they can prepare for the next line. Also changing the content keeps the audience interested by supplying lots of different content that appeals to them as the target audience.
- More variety in content
I will carry this out by researching content that differs from my current content. It was suggested that I look at events. So I shall cover this by looking into conventions specifying details like dates and location.
These are important and will take place within the UK so it is relevant to the target audience. This also helps viewers to pick and choose which bits of information to take in. Which for those who are new to gaming will apply more given that Sheffield Lives target audience; its remit are aimed towards those for an ethnic minority and may have recently purchased a console. So they would be unfamiliar and a variety of content would help the viewer to settle into the show. Content also since the broadcast happens at mid-day needs to be suitable for pre-watershed and filter out any inappropriate content such as ingameplay blood or swearing.
- Missing abbreviations and directions
I will carry this out by capitalising the abbreviations that were not before and using industry standard abbreviations that would be understood by a production crew for example "V.O".
This is important because it tells the production crew how to make the broadcast and directs them on camera angles shot types and even the set description and schedule time.
Improvements
- Equally distribute content between the hosts.
I will carry this out by using a word count and swapping presenters names around as well as in places breaking up larger chunks of text to equally distribute the content. Which shall be prof-read at the end.
This is important because it means that the broadcast will not drag on and gives the presenters breaks that are necessary so they can prepare for the next line. Also changing the content keeps the audience interested by supplying lots of different content that appeals to them as the target audience.
- More variety in content
I will carry this out by researching content that differs from my current content. It was suggested that I look at events. So I shall cover this by looking into conventions specifying details like dates and location.
These are important and will take place within the UK so it is relevant to the target audience. This also helps viewers to pick and choose which bits of information to take in. Which for those who are new to gaming will apply more given that Sheffield Lives target audience; its remit are aimed towards those for an ethnic minority and may have recently purchased a console. So they would be unfamiliar and a variety of content would help the viewer to settle into the show. Content also since the broadcast happens at mid-day needs to be suitable for pre-watershed and filter out any inappropriate content such as ingameplay blood or swearing.
- Missing abbreviations and directions
I will carry this out by capitalising the abbreviations that were not before and using industry standard abbreviations that would be understood by a production crew for example "V.O".
This is important because it tells the production crew how to make the broadcast and directs them on camera angles shot types and even the set description and schedule time.
Is the content of the product correct?
Based on feedback there were no issues with incorrect content. It was not commented at any point that the content is incorrect. However it was commented that is lacks variety which is a feature that professional script writer for TV news broadcasts would include. Therefore this is a area we need to improve.
Also large segments of text would not feature in a professional TV News script so this would be another
improvement based on the style and content of the script.
Content such as the language used is correct. TV news broadcasts are formal and our script is written formally and with the purpose to inform. It does not contain any opinion only fact. Opinion maybe presented through quotes from game developers for example.
Our script follows a house style details such as the introduction and side notes are left justified. All speech is centre justified and camera angles, shot types and transitions are right justified. This is just like the scripts we analysed. The script is written entirely in courier which is an industry standard font. Our script follows the conventions of the script because of the layout. All speech is written in lower case and everything else is written in capital letters. The script follows the styles and conventions of a typical magazine show news script having various content (various news titles) talked about during the script.
Our script is to inform and is written formally presenting fact rather than opinion because of this our script is teacher to pupil.
In the above category I have listed all the improvements that need to be made. One of the most important ones been missing abbreviations and stage directions. This is need so that the script can be used to film and functions more like a shooting script.
improvement based on the style and content of the script.
Content such as the language used is correct. TV news broadcasts are formal and our script is written formally and with the purpose to inform. It does not contain any opinion only fact. Opinion maybe presented through quotes from game developers for example.
Our script follows a house style details such as the introduction and side notes are left justified. All speech is centre justified and camera angles, shot types and transitions are right justified. This is just like the scripts we analysed. The script is written entirely in courier which is an industry standard font. Our script follows the conventions of the script because of the layout. All speech is written in lower case and everything else is written in capital letters. The script follows the styles and conventions of a typical magazine show news script having various content (various news titles) talked about during the script.
Our script is to inform and is written formally presenting fact rather than opinion because of this our script is teacher to pupil.
In the above category I have listed all the improvements that need to be made. One of the most important ones been missing abbreviations and stage directions. This is need so that the script can be used to film and functions more like a shooting script.
Does it meet legal/ ethical requirements? (copyright/bias/censorship/ libel).
See final post in LO5.
See final post in LO5.
Wednesday, 22 April 2015
Tuesday, 21 April 2015
LO4: Personal Response & Acting Upon Feedback
Based on the feedback we were given and issue came to light. The issue been that during the week we were assigned the news for that week was not varied.
However since it is paramount that I act upon this feedback we have instead taken more recent news to ahcieve the variety that was asked of us in the feedback.
Part of the feedback was that the lines between the presenters were uneven. See below.
However since it is paramount that I act upon this feedback we have instead taken more recent news to ahcieve the variety that was asked of us in the feedback.
Part of the feedback was that the lines between the presenters were uneven. See below.
I have acted upon this feedback by assiging eqaul amounts of lines between them. See below.
Another area of feedback was that the script lacked variety. It was suggested that we look at gaming events. I have acted upon this feedback by adding gaming events to the script. To also add variety I intergrated sales on consoles and a game dev anniversary to have more varied news that doesnt focus on game releases. See below.
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