Sound reporting : the National Public Radio guide to radio journalism and production / Marcus D. Rosenbaum & John Dinges, editors ; contributors, Deborah Amos ... [et al.]
Updated ed. of: Telling the story / Larry Josephson, editor. c1983. Includes the 1st ed. of the NPR stylebook (p. [229]-272) which will be published separately for internal NPR and member station use. Includes index.
Contents:
Defining the news: Rules of the game; Getting started; Reporter; Interviewing -- Telling the story: Editor; Writing news for radio; Delivery, using your voice -- Features: Conceiving features, one reporter's style; Writing for the ear, a personal approach; Producing features -- Recording, tape editing and production: Field recording, equipment; Field recording, techniques; Tape editing; Studio production; Emerging technologies and techniques -- NPR stylebook: Usage, grammar, pronunciation; NPR editorial and production guidelines; Legal guide for the radio journalist -- Glossary.
Summary:
[The book] is a window into the world of National Public Radio. These pages will guide you through the basics of broadcast journalism, introduce you to the technology and equipment, and initiate you into the art of creating exciting radio. -Back cover [The book] contains practical tips, personal insights, and fundamental policies that underpin this unique brand of American broadcasting. -Pref.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.