{a short journal about a photograph}
1.Original reporting:Learn about the who, what, where, when, and why (the W’s) related to the one photograph you selected for the assignment.
2.Cutline: Write a cutline that includes original reported details you gather as a journalist. These details cover all the Ws relevant to the story. They should be verified and accurate.
- Make the cutline three, four, or five sentences.
- Use the Associated Press Stylebook to ensure the correct grammar, punctuation, and word usage.
- Use the readings to help figure out ways to identify good sources for your cutline material.
- Do original reporting. Do not include the reporting done by other news or communication outlets, such as audio transcripts of someone elses interview.
- Tell a story that complements the photograph.
- Write in third person.
- Remove bias and opinion unless it is attributed to someone via their quote. This is a news items instead of opinion, a column, or persuasion.
- Include named (first and last name) sources. Do not use unnamed or first named sources.
- Add your name (first and last) at the end.
