writing assignment

Your task today is to write a story about the events of the day, i.e. fire alarms!

• step one - make a plan
• step two - interview (at least 2 people)
• step three - write your lead
• step four - write the story!!!
  

writing copy...

Some Tips for Writing a Yearbook Story

Pre-planning:

When writing a story for a yearbook, do a little planning in advance. It may be wise to look at how the same event was covered in previous yearbooks to get a feel for the basics of what you need to do, but more importantly, to get an idea of how you can make your story more unique.

Interviews:

Conducting an interview to add supporting material to your story is a good choice. An interview can make the story/feature feel more engaging and personal. A variety of sources can also give your story more credibility.

At the actual event (if applicable):

While at the event, you’re not just there to take photos. You’re also there to record or remember the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes you encounter. Be sure to take notes on crucial imagery that can enhance your story so that you don’t have to rely on memory.

Writing a lead:

The lead is the first sentence of the story, sets the tone, and gets the readers’ attention. Grabbing the attention is key, especially in the yearbook, because so many people only tend to look at the pictures. Include the 5 W’s and H of journalistic writing (who, what, when, where, how and why)!

Some writing guidelines for yearbook stories:

• · Write in the past tense and use the active voice.
• · Introduce the story with an attention-grabbing lead.
• · Keep your sentences and paragraphs short.
• · Name an unexpected outcome from the event.
• · Incorporate interesting and descriptive quotes.

InDesign

Tools used in InDesign:

• Pen, Pencil, Brush
• WPC Image Placer
• Pathfinder
• Master
• Scissors
• Convert Path tool

MAGAZINE ASSIGNMENT

1. Find a layout in your magazine that you like, think is aesthetically pleasing, and could work as a layout for our book.
2. Recreate that layout using a grid layout.
3. Alter it as needed to fit YOUR section, similar layout idea but different content and altered visually to fit your needs...

HOMEWORK!!!

• Brian 1+ magazine(s) to class on Tuesday 9-14