Campus Journalism Feature Article Writing.pptx

Campus Journalism

1. Feature Article Writing (Pagsulat ng Lathalain)

2. A feature article is written in a creative , entertaining , and persuasive way, while still giving accurate information. A feature article often covers an issue in greater depth or from a different angle than a news story.

3. A feature article is written in a creative , entertaining , and persuasive way, while still giving accurate information. A feature article often covers an issue in greater depth or from a different angle than a news story.

4. F actual not fictitious E ntertaining A ppealing to the emotions T imely or not timely U nusual R eader-oriented E xplanation (Extrapolation, extending known information)

5. Feature is not: Literary article Opinion article Storytelling Fiction Story

6. The purpose of Feature Writing is to make an attempt to connect emotionally with the readers . It serves the purpose of entertaining the readers while informing them . They are however less objective than straight news.

7. What is the Difference Between a News Story and a Feature Story? People are often confused between a news story and a feature. Here are some basic differences between the two – While a news story usually covers recent or breaking news, feature writing can be issue specific that might not be recent . A news story summarizes the story whereas a feature focuses on anecdotal references . A feature contains a number of angles and sources whereas on the contrary a news story general is from a single source or angle. If we compare the structure of the forms of writing, the news story follows an inverted pyramid structure while feature writing has a flexible structure and can take a linear/non linear scale. Conclusion forms a very important part of the feature.

8. 4. If we compare the structure of the forms of writing, the news story follows an inverted pyramid structure while feature writing has a flexible structure and can take a linear/non linear scale. Conclusion forms a very important part of the feature. News Feature

9. Introduction The introduction is the most important part - entice your reader, hook them in. Use drama, emotion, quotations, questions, descriptions.

10. Responsableng Pluma Sa Panulat ni Marvin N. Pamisa , Region X- Mis. Or. Division, MOGCHS Sulat. Bura. Sulat. Bura. Sa patuloy na pag-inog ng mundo , patuloy rin ang pangungukilkil ng kaisipang “ang pluma ay higit na makapangyarihan kaysa anumang sandata .” Isang kasabihang totoo at hindi na bago para sa akin bilang isang mamamahayag .

11. Body The body of the article needs to keep any promises or answer any questions raised in the introduction - try and maintain an "atmosphere" throughout the writing

12. Conclusion While the introduction draws the reader in, the conclusion should be written to help the reader remember the story - use a strong punchline.

13. Headlines The headline is the most vital part of your feature. Treat the headline as if it were a summary of the article. Ask yourself, Why is this story important? What about it will it grab readers' interest? A good headline answers those questions by telling the reader something new, different or useful--in 20 words or less.

14. Headlines Plug-In Devices Help Save Money on Your Utility Bill Reinventing the "Mommy Tack": More Women Choose Business Ownership to Gain Control, Flexibility and Family Time The Sleep Expert's Advice on Creating the Right Sleep Environment for Students

15. To come up with a good headline, pretend you're telling a friend what the article's about, explaining the most interesting aspects of your story. Keep the wording simple, and avoid superlatives and emotive language. Also, avoid using a brand or client name in the headline unless it's very well known. Instead, focus on what's most interesting about your topic.

16. Leads A strong lead paragraph offers intrigue from the start. Editors don't have time to read through the entire article to reach your key point, and neither do your readers. Think of the lead as an extended version of the headline, even using some of the same words. When writing a lead, try to keep the paragraph short-- two to three short sentences at the most. In total, your feature should be close to 400 words . Don't worry about your brand at this point--just introduce the interesting aspects of the story. If your lead reads like an ad, it'll be discarded immediately.

17. Different Types of Feature Writing Colour Piece :  A feature story that essentially tries to inform readers regarding a particular theme or subject. Fly on the Wall :  A feature story that is conceived and narrated unobtrusively and mostly without the explicit permission of the subjects. Behind the Scenes :  A feature story that shifts its focus from the principal event to the background and narrates an interesting tale.

18. THE HUMAN-INTEREST FEATURE Human interest stories use both facts and emotional language to tell the story of a person (or group of people) and elicit empathy from readers. Examples of a human interest story could include an uplifting story about kids raising money for charity, or the true tale of a pet saving their owner. This type typically reports on someone’s success in spite of great odds. Research your chosen subject carefully and interview your subjects. Craft an article with a catchy lead, an engaging story, and vivid descriptions.

19. PERSONALITY SKETCH The subject of the article may be famous or not so famous but has done something of interest to others. This type usually shows how a person gained recognition. The personality feature is very much like a character sketch.

20. THE NEWS FEATURE This type of article brings a human-interest focus to breaking news. It adds personal involvement to what may otherwise be a distant, seemingly unimportant event.

21. THE HOW-TO FEATURE

22. THE INFORMATIONAL FEATURE This type of article shows insightful coverage of a topic. It gives detailed information focused on one aspect of a given topic. The article often refers to sources of research but is not like an encyclopedia report. Instead, the writer makes a personal connection to the subject and includes his/her voice.

23. In Disguise :  A feature story that is told while the storyteller is a part of the event. Interview :  A feature story that develops itself around questions asked to a respondent, who is usually in a place of prominence. Profile :  A feature story that is based on the exploits of a particular eminent person with or without his/ her interview. How-To :  A feature story that is dependent on research and helps readers in solving a problem or deciphering a scenario. Fact Box/ Chronology :  A feature story that provides plain and simple facts mostly in a chronological order

24. Backgrounder/ A History of :  A feature story that provides detailed information. Full Texts :  A feature story that is nothing but extracts from a book or transcripts of an interview. Testimony :  A feature story that is the first-person account of an individual. 

25. Analysis :  A feature story that scholarly analyzes an event. Vox Pop/ Expert Roundup :  A feature story that accumulates opinions from the general citizenry and thought leaders concerning a subject. Opinion Poll :  A feature story that conducts a research of opinions and presents a generalized summary of the accumulated opinions. Review :  A feature story that reviews a work of art and presents a generalized opinion.

26. Feature Writing – the APPLAUSE Formula A – Appeal P – Plain Facts P – Personalities L – Logic A – Action U – Universal S – Significance E – Energy

27. Even a normal photo has a colorful story to tell.

28. A 9-year-old girl from Bacolod City has gone viral after celebrating her first two subscribers on YouTube.

29. 1 st Paragraph Catchy short introduction.

30. 2 nd Paragraph The second paragraph serves to support and expand on the ideas set out in the lead. It's also a good place to let people know who's "behind" the feature so there's no confusion about who provided the copy. Also, if the article has to be shortened due to space limitations, having the name of the company or spokesperson and your web address near the beginning will be vitally important. If written well, the first two paragraphs can serve as a brief column item or filler if a newspaper or magazine has only limited space.

31. 2 nd Paragraph On Monday, aspiring vlogger Mary Grace Escober took to Facebook to share her happiness over having two subscribers on Youtube, posting photos of herself and the little food she prepared to mark her milestone.

32. 3 rd Paragraph Quote interview Direct Quotation Quotes make Feature article impactful It makes Feature article sound factual and reliable “Happy 2 Subscriber (s). Subscribe to my channel ( https://bit.ly/3nO1lk) ,” wrote Mary Grace on Facebook.

33. 4 th -6 th Paragraph Describing and telling the story. At least 2-3 paragraphs Little did she know that her Facebook post quickly made rounds online, with her subscribers simultaneously growing in number. As of writing, her Facebook post has garnered over 200, 000 reactions and has been shared more than 80, 000 times after netizens were delighted that she found her “little achievement” worth celebrating.

34. 7 th Paragraph Another interview quote which is important Direct quote na Maganda gamitin “Kasi naappreciate ko po yung dalawang subscribers ko masaya na po ako dahil sa kanila,” said Mary Grace, who started her YouTube channel just four months ago.

35. 8 th Paragraph-conclusion More stories about her, sa kanyang ginagawa Mag-add ng backgrounders about sa subject Maglagay pa rin ng mga quotes/indirect quotes.

36. Play with words Egg-citing! An egg found inside another egg in Piddig, Ilocos Norte

37. Tips in Writing a Feature Article

38. Focus on human interest - the feel and emotion you put into the article are critical. Don't think about writing a "science" story - think about writing a "human interest" story. By: 𝑅ℎ𝑖𝑎𝑛 𝐾𝑎𝑟𝑙𝑎 𝑀𝑒𝑠𝑖𝑛𝑎 𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗘𝗟𝗦 𝗔𝗧 𝗛𝗢𝗠𝗘 Old woman spends the sunset of life on her wheels everyday meeting different people outside the Lumban Catholic Church. Susana Mercado Rosales survived each day living in a place she already considered home, wherein its people provided her daily necessities since she had no relatives who would take care of her.

39. Be clear about why you are writing the article. Is it to inform, persuade, observe, evaluate, or evoke emotion.

40. Write in the active voice. In active writing, people do things. Passive sentences often have the person doing the action at the end of the sentence or things being done "by" someone.

41. When you write a story, you take on a persona, or character. You must choose a voice that best imparts the information in that story. The choice you make becomes the tone, or mood of the story, and it should always match the content. For instance, you would not use humor to write about a tragic auto accident.

42. Accuracy is important - you can interpret and embroider but not fudge. Keep your audience clearly in mind - what are their desires, what really matters to them? Avoid clichés (cutting edge, world beating, revolutionary) and sentimental statements -especially at the end of your article.

43. Interviews for features usually need to be in-depth and in person rather than over the phone - this enables you to add in colour and detail. Use anecdotes and direct quotes to tell the story - try not to use too many of your own words.

44. Write clear, concise sentences. Sprinkle direct quotations, observations and additional background throughout the story. Paragraphs can be written chronologically or in order of importance. Be creative, watch, & listen...

45. Use transition. Connect paragraphs with transitional words, paraphrases, and direct quotations. Transition is the tool writers use to move subtly from one person or topic to the next. IT keeps readers from being jarred by the writing.

46. Talk to more than one person to provide a more complete picture - but don't just add in sources to show how much work you've done. Be ruthless about who you put in and who you leave out! Don't rely on the computer spell- checker - especially those with a U.S. dictionary.

47. Decide on the 'tense' of your story at the start and stick to it. Present tense usually works best. Avoid lengthy, complex paragraphs. Your article will appear in columns, so one or two sentences equals a paragraph.

48. Ideas come from everywhere - watch, read, listen, keep up to date, take notes. Talk to people outside the field of science to find out what interests and concerns them.

49. Details in a Feature Article

50. Details in a Feature Article

51. Details in a Feature Article

52. Details in a Feature Article

53. Writing Activity Setting: Sitio Gis-gis , Noah M. Garcia, Grade 7 student at Galalan Integrated National High School. Journey to school: 5-kilometer daily walk starting at 4 AM with his pet dog, Choco. Situation: Choco became Noah's unexpected and constant guide on his school journey . Challenges met: Uneven terrain, wildlife encounters, and occasional slips during the trek. A slip during the journey where Choco offered comfort, strengthening their bond further. Strong bond: Choco's loyalty, acting as a protector and guide, offering support when needed. Inspiration: Admiration from fellow students and teachers for Noah’s dedication to finish studies and heartwarming bond with Choco. For Noah, “ Si Choco ang ‘guardian’ angel ko.”