codes and conventions of factual programming

 

In this essay I will be discussing and analysing the different codes and conventions of factual programming from examples I found of news and documentaries.

 

News round

 

http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/news/watch_newsround

 

 In this essay I will be discussing and analysing the different codes and conventions of factual programming from examples I found of news and documentaries.

 

For my first news programme I will be looking at “news round”, news round is a fun and educational news programme for kids broadcasted on CBBC.

The presenter looks young around there early 20s this helps to create a relationship if the young audience diagram the ages of 12 to 16 as they Can relate to the figure that is closer in age whereas shows such as Channel 4 would use an older person around there early  30s to late 40s because this gives The impression that they are wiser I would know more about the topic that they are talking about however children need to look for a figure that is somewhat relieved I can speak to them on their level and not come across as being a parental figure Or teacher because they try to escape from that when coming to watch TV.

 

The stage is set up is different to what would stereotypically be seen in the news shows when watching news programs such as BBC we see simple colour schemes that are not very eye-catching where as a news round the colour palette is bright and attention seeking which appeals to young audience. We also are used to seeing formal dress codes such as suits that are dull coloured but the news around the presenters casually dressed in jeans and shirts which further promote the fact that this news programme is informal.

 

The so provides a lot of visual content and interactive not as much scene of the presenter in the studio this breaks up the show gives use something to visualise while hearing about related issues, keeps the audience on track with the stories.

 

Field readers:

The news readers are quite playful yet professional, they ensure that any language used will be understood by children. The readers are well-spoken with a British accent which prevents miscommunication to the younger audience. The field reporter provided more information based on the brief summary made by the main anchor person.

 

 

 Studio news reporters:

This programme ensures to be visually entertaining so while the anchor-man or woman is reporting there is a green screen/multi-screen background the place images and clips to maintain the attention of the audience however not distracting from the stories being reported. The presenters casually dressed in jeans and shirts which further promote the fact that this news programme is informal.

 

 

Interview:

The interview consisted of an individual with expert views back up with some facts which allowed them to fairly discuss the topic. The presented askes detailed and specific questions in ordered to gain a particular response

 

Report structure:

The programme began with the anchor reading the headlines, then going back and reading the stories for the headline with more information. We are given visuals that back up the information given lastly was followed by the interviews. This structure was simple and does not confuse the watch they also only read up to 3 stories whereas as programmes like BBC news would have up to 6. I feel like this was done to not overflow such a young audience with so much information that it could be forgotten easily news is made to be discussed and shared.

 

Bias and impartiality:

The news being presented has to be presented with factual contented and cannot be in-biased and include ideas that come from one point of view. Anything reported this way would not be news and would not be allowed. This may create controversy.

 

 

Diners, drive in and dives

 

  http://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/diners-drive-ins-and-dives

 

Diners, drive in and dives is a show hosted by Guy Fieri who travels across America to find some of the best eateries and is aired on food network.

 

Documentary formats:

 The formats that are presented in diners, drive INS and dives are interactive, this is shown through the presenter Guy Fieri’s direct communication to his audience. He talks directly to his audience and interacts with members of the public to include more than one view that is his own. It shows elements of an expository documentary because there is a relationship with the images and clips shown of the foods and restaurants linked to the voice over of guy informing us about the establishment he is visiting.

 

Realism:

 the shows includes natural sounds such as busy restaurants, driving car etc. and lighting where outside scenes are filmed they typically use sun light.

 

Dramatization:

 The show does not include and staged scenes this show consists of capturing real feelings and reactions to different types of food whether liked of disliked and unless the information being put out is factual nothing else is scripted.

 

Narrativisation:

Narrativisation is a documentary set in the style of a story with a beginning, middle and end however this type of show does not really portray this but if does follower a show plan which sections the show in a way where they show the establishment/restaurant, gives a little history about the place and the type of food served preparation and the tasting of the meals.