What is the reporter's technical role in the field, which determines the direction of the story?

Correct answer: The field producer

Explanation

This question tests the knowledge of the official title and responsibility of a reporter in the field, as defined at the end of the chapter.

Other questions

Question 1

In your second market, what will you probably get to do, which is a change from your first reporting job?

Question 2

Which 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?

Question 3

According 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?

Question 4

What is the recommended approach for a reporter when it comes to shooting b-roll with a photographer?

Question 5

In 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?

Question 6

What is the insulting way to ask a photographer if they have white balanced their camera?

Question 8

Which 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?

Question 9

What is the recommended language for a reporter to use when discussing team goals to foster a collaborative spirit?

Question 10

What is mentioned as a common reason for great shots not being used in the final edited story?

Question 11

What is the correct way for a reporter to phrase a request for an interview setup to avoid being a dictator and to encourage creativity?

Question 12

What is considered an appropriate, 'priceless' treat to give a photographer for an editing bay favor, as opposed to an inappropriate one?

Question 13

Which type of photographer is described as having a great attitude and pride in their work but lacking experience and needing guidance?

Question 14

What is the recommended course of action if a reporter finds themselves needing more than 30 takes to get their standup right?

Question 15

How should a reporter diplomatically inquire about potentially problematic audio levels?

Question 16

What is a negative consequence for a reporter who doesn't even offer to carry equipment?

Question 17

Besides showing teamwork, what is another key benefit of the reporter carrying the tripod?

Question 18

What common mistake did the author observe from his bureau reporters when he asked them for a tease?

Question 19

If a reporter is concerned about lighting for a shoot, what is the recommended proactive and helpful response?

Question 20

Who usually gets the credit from the news director for a good tease, and what should the reporter do in response?

Question 21

What is the primary characteristic of the photographer archetype known as the 'Trained Monkey'?

Question 22

What is the consequence of a reporter treating a photographer like 'hired help' by not involving them in the story process?

Question 23

What historical factor is suggested in the chapter as a possible reason for the news photography field being dominated by men?

Question 24

When giving feedback, what is the recommended way to phrase a critique about a lack of certain shots?

Question 25

Besides photographers, what other terms are commonly used to refer to people who shoot and edit video for news?

Question 26

When a reporter and photographer work together effectively on standups, what can they achieve?

Question 27

What should a reporter do when reviewing their script with the editor?

Question 28

According to the author, what is the ultimate goal of the reporter-photographer relationship?

Question 29

How can a reporter encourage a photographer who often skips using a tripod on spot news to use one?

Question 30

Even though a reporter is technically the boss in the field, what is the chapter's concluding advice on how they should behave?

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT listed as a benefit of a reporter carrying the tripod?

Question 32

According to the chapter, what is the first thing to remember when working with photographers of any type?

Question 33

If a reporter needs to alter their script during a standup shoot, why might they do this?

Question 34

What is Rule Number One, as mentioned in the chapter's conclusion?

Question 35

What is the key characteristic of a 'Career Photographer'?

Question 36

What does the author suggest asking a photographer about after a shoot to help in the story creation process?

Question 37

What has caused the change in camera and tripod technology, leading to more women finding jobs as photographers?

Question 38

Besides shooting video, what other major technical responsibility do photographers have, as mentioned in the Live Shots chapter?

Question 39

What does the author note about his experience with ideas he suggested that reporters initially doubted?

Question 40

What is the author's advice regarding taking on particular shots a reporter wants during a b-roll shoot?

Question 41

What are photographers 'used to', which means a reporter should not worry about it when shooting standups?

Question 42

Why was the section on photographer types written with all male pronouns?

Question 43

When a reporter is not working with a photographer, such as in their first job, what are they likely doing?

Question 44

What is the author's response to the surprise editors sometimes have for what they create with footage?

Question 45

What did the author do to signal to his bureau reporters that he was serious about them creating a proper tease, not a summary?

Question 46

On spot news, carrying the tripod allows the photographer to do what immediately?

Question 47

When a reporter and photographer achieve chemistry and trust, what happens to the suggested questions and interactions in the chapter?

Question 48

The chapter advises against treating photographers like 'hired help'. Who does the author say he has worked with that demonstrated this negative behavior?

Question 49

What is the photographer's choice in response to a reporter who dictates commands versus one who collaborates?

Question 50

What does the author suggest is the likely outcome for most photographers?