Working With Photographers
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In your second market, what will you probably get to do, which is a change from your first reporting job?
View answer and explanationWhich photographer type is described as being there to put in eight hours and then go home, figuring out the minimum required to not get fired?
View answer and explanationAccording to the chapter, what is the most direct and simple way for a reporter to show a photographer that they are working as a team?
View answer and explanationWhat is the recommended approach for a reporter when it comes to shooting b-roll with a photographer?
View answer and explanationIn a top-20 market, how many takes for a standup did a coworker of the author shoot for a reporter, an amount described as 'no biggie' for photographers?
View answer and explanationWhat is the insulting way to ask a photographer if they have white balanced their camera?
View answer and explanationWhat is the reporter's technical role in the field, which determines the direction of the story?
View answer and explanationWhich type of photographer is described as a highly-skilled artist who may have a bad attitude if they feel a story is beneath their craft?
View answer and explanationWhat is the recommended language for a reporter to use when discussing team goals to foster a collaborative spirit?
View answer and explanationWhat is mentioned as a common reason for great shots not being used in the final edited story?
View answer and explanationWhat is the correct way for a reporter to phrase a request for an interview setup to avoid being a dictator and to encourage creativity?
View answer and explanationWhat is considered an appropriate, 'priceless' treat to give a photographer for an editing bay favor, as opposed to an inappropriate one?
View answer and explanationWhich type of photographer is described as having a great attitude and pride in their work but lacking experience and needing guidance?
View answer and explanationWhat is the recommended course of action if a reporter finds themselves needing more than 30 takes to get their standup right?
View answer and explanationHow should a reporter diplomatically inquire about potentially problematic audio levels?
View answer and explanationWhat is a negative consequence for a reporter who doesn't even offer to carry equipment?
View answer and explanationBesides showing teamwork, what is another key benefit of the reporter carrying the tripod?
View answer and explanationWhat common mistake did the author observe from his bureau reporters when he asked them for a tease?
View answer and explanationIf a reporter is concerned about lighting for a shoot, what is the recommended proactive and helpful response?
View answer and explanationWho usually gets the credit from the news director for a good tease, and what should the reporter do in response?
View answer and explanationWhat is the primary characteristic of the photographer archetype known as the 'Trained Monkey'?
View answer and explanationWhat is the consequence of a reporter treating a photographer like 'hired help' by not involving them in the story process?
View answer and explanationWhat historical factor is suggested in the chapter as a possible reason for the news photography field being dominated by men?
View answer and explanationWhen giving feedback, what is the recommended way to phrase a critique about a lack of certain shots?
View answer and explanationBesides photographers, what other terms are commonly used to refer to people who shoot and edit video for news?
View answer and explanationWhen a reporter and photographer work together effectively on standups, what can they achieve?
View answer and explanationWhat should a reporter do when reviewing their script with the editor?
View answer and explanationAccording to the author, what is the ultimate goal of the reporter-photographer relationship?
View answer and explanationHow can a reporter encourage a photographer who often skips using a tripod on spot news to use one?
View answer and explanationEven though a reporter is technically the boss in the field, what is the chapter's concluding advice on how they should behave?
View answer and explanationWhich of the following is NOT listed as a benefit of a reporter carrying the tripod?
View answer and explanationAccording to the chapter, what is the first thing to remember when working with photographers of any type?
View answer and explanationIf a reporter needs to alter their script during a standup shoot, why might they do this?
View answer and explanationWhat is Rule Number One, as mentioned in the chapter's conclusion?
View answer and explanationWhat is the key characteristic of a 'Career Photographer'?
View answer and explanationWhat does the author suggest asking a photographer about after a shoot to help in the story creation process?
View answer and explanationWhat has caused the change in camera and tripod technology, leading to more women finding jobs as photographers?
View answer and explanationBesides shooting video, what other major technical responsibility do photographers have, as mentioned in the Live Shots chapter?
View answer and explanationWhat does the author note about his experience with ideas he suggested that reporters initially doubted?
View answer and explanationWhat is the author's advice regarding taking on particular shots a reporter wants during a b-roll shoot?
View answer and explanationWhat are photographers 'used to', which means a reporter should not worry about it when shooting standups?
View answer and explanationWhy was the section on photographer types written with all male pronouns?
View answer and explanationWhen a reporter is not working with a photographer, such as in their first job, what are they likely doing?
View answer and explanationWhat is the author's response to the surprise editors sometimes have for what they create with footage?
View answer and explanationWhat did the author do to signal to his bureau reporters that he was serious about them creating a proper tease, not a summary?
View answer and explanationOn spot news, carrying the tripod allows the photographer to do what immediately?
View answer and explanationWhen a reporter and photographer achieve chemistry and trust, what happens to the suggested questions and interactions in the chapter?
View answer and explanationThe chapter advises against treating photographers like 'hired help'. Who does the author say he has worked with that demonstrated this negative behavior?
View answer and explanationWhat is the photographer's choice in response to a reporter who dictates commands versus one who collaborates?
View answer and explanationWhat does the author suggest is the likely outcome for most photographers?
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