You are going to tell a story with limited text and plenty of pictures. In other words, you will cover an event or occasion, a situation or story as though you were a photojournalist. You will then tell that story through the use of a layout consisting of photographs accompanied by text and captions.
Assignment #1: Describe the legal and ethical responsibilities of a Photojournalist
As a photographer or photojournalist you must have a basic understanding of your ethical and legal responsibilities to others, as well as your rights.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1. Read the following introductory powerpoint on the legal and ethical responsibilities of a photojournalist. Be sure to read the links provided in the powerpoint as well!
2. Answer the following questions on the FORM.
Assignment #2: Copyright
Your task is to identify, in point form, copyright restrictions and permissions as they apply to photojournalism, publishing, and photography in general.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1. Refer to CAPIC’s website (The Canadian Association of Professional Image Creators) to help guide your response. Here is their link on copyright.
2. Answer the question on the following FORM.
Assignment #3: Publishing Terms
There are specific terms that relate to photojournalism and, more specifically, to the publishing industry. The purpose of this assignment is to familiarize you with some of those terms so you will be able to utilize them when completing your layout.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1. Study the terms on this document.
2. After studying the terms, find examples using magazines, yearbooks, etc., that illustrate the application of each specific term (1-19). You will be required to submit these examples (or copies of the examples) for grading. You can do so on a word document, powerpoint, etc, and submit to the folder on our shared drive.
Assignment #4: Outline (Description/Storyline)
Before beginning your outline you need to consult with your client (that’s me!) to determine what your assignment will be. Your assignment WILL be related to Yearbook (club or team). Once you have determined what your topic or assignment will be prepare an outline to identify each area and subject within your topic and the approach you are going to take; i.e., humanistic, informative, etc.
Answer the questions on the following FORM to complete this assignment.
Assignment #5: Student/Teacher Consultation
After completion of Assignments #1 – #4 you will meet with me to present your examples and outline, and for grading. See the accompanyingMarking Criteria Sheet for any questions on grading.
Assignment #6: Layout
Before you start to plan and shoot your photographs you need to prepare your layout in consultation with your client. When designing your layout remember that it is good to have a main photo accompanied by smaller photos. Your layout should have a mixture of vertical and horizontal shots, as well as captions and text. Although planning your layout at this point may seem premature, it will save you time later because the photographs you take will fit the design of your layout.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1) In consultation with your teacher, determine which software you will be using (we will be using yearbookavenue.com). Watch online tutorials and check with your teacher if unsure about how to use the software. We will also have a visit from our Yearbook Advisor, Mr. Saunders, for a live tutorial.
2) Set up the page size (you will be working with a spread – two pages).
3) Set up the margins and columns as determined in consultation with your client.
4) Create your photo blocks, text blocks and caption blocks.
5) Create and add any graphics, etc., that you included in the design of your layout.
6) Present your layout to your client for critiquing and approval.
7) Present your layout to your teacher for approval. See Marking Criteria.
Assignment #7: Photographs and Interviews
You are now at the point where you are ready to compose and shoot your photographs. When composing and shooting your photos remember to be creative; that is, get in close on some, far away on others, try a zoom lens or a wide angle lens, shoot vertical shots as well as horizontal shots, look for lighting that will help to tell your story, and above all, don’t be embarrassed to get involved in the action or get up close (if safe). Remember the basic rules of composition. Watch for and take advantage of the available light and shadows, pay attention to the foreground and background, and remember to bracket your shots as necessary. When shooting your photographs keep in mind your topic or story line and take photos that are appropriate. Don’t forget to interview people at the time of the event and always take notes of what was happening so you can compose your captions/text later.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1) Set your camera to the appropriate shooting mode. (Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual, etc.)
2) Set your camera to the appropriate image-recording quality (file size). E.g.: RAW, L, M, S, etc.
3) Set the ISO as required. (If unsure use the Auto ISO.)
5) Bracket your shots as required.
6) Compose and shoot your photographs. Remember to compose your photographs to fit your layout (Vertical and horizontal).
7) Check each photograph for focus, desired depth of field, composition, etc.
8) Check the histogram and metadata for each photograph.
9) Interview your subjects as required.
When downloading your acquired images create image collections, folders and files that organize your images for easy location later.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1) After you have organized your photographs and downloaded them to your computer, make index sheets (proof sheets/contact sheets) using your Lightroom. Printing index sheets expedites locating images and selecting images to be used or discarded.
2) Present your index sheet(s) to me for grading by submitting to the corresponding folder on our shared drive.
Assignment #9: Image Selection and Manipulation
After printing off your index/proof sheets consult with your client and select the images which are best suited to the topic and layout.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1) Present your index/proof sheets to your client with your layout.
2) Indicate your preferred images and discuss why you selected the images you did.
3) Make changes as required using your client’s feedback.
4) Manipulate the images using image-manipulation software such as Photoshop/Lightroom.
5) Crop the images to the appropriate size as determined by your layout and the appropriate resolution. (Typical resolution is 275 dpi for black-and-white images and 300dpi for colour images.) You will only be using colour images for this assignment.
6) Save your cropped images using the Save As command and save as JPEG’s. This will reduce the file size and allow you to import or place the images into your layout.
Assignment #10: Photo Placement and Text
Now you’re ready to put everything together. In order to do this you need to create the text and captions – including a heading and subheading—to accompany the layout.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1) Place your manipulated and cropped images into your layout.
2) Add the appropriate text to your text blocks.
3) Add the headings and subheadings.
4) Add captions as required.
5) Add graphics and clipart as required.
6) Read your copy out loud and run spell check.
Assignment #11: Critique
Every publication goes through a review and critique process with the client. This is to allow for corrections or revisions. This assignment is no different.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1) Once you have placed your images and text into your layout, you must present the layout to your client. (Printed or digital.)
2) Allow for critiques and revisions.
3) Re-submit the layout to your client as required.
Assignment #12: Critique (Presentation, Assessment and Final Layout)
Present your work to an audience of peers and your teacher for critiquing and assessment. Discuss the following as it applies to the layout:
1) How the composition guidelines help facilitate good arrangement.
2) Technical and creative aspects; e.g., quality, focus, interest, writing, etc.
3) Areas of challenge and solutions if applicable.
4) Meeting school and community standards; e.g., appropriate language.
5) The use of tools and equipment.
Assignment #1: Describe the legal and ethical responsibilities of a Photojournalist
As a photographer or photojournalist you must have a basic understanding of your ethical and legal responsibilities to others, as well as your rights.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1. Read the following introductory powerpoint on the legal and ethical responsibilities of a photojournalist. Be sure to read the links provided in the powerpoint as well!
2. Answer the following questions on the FORM.
Assignment #2: Copyright
Your task is to identify, in point form, copyright restrictions and permissions as they apply to photojournalism, publishing, and photography in general.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1. Refer to CAPIC’s website (The Canadian Association of Professional Image Creators) to help guide your response. Here is their link on copyright.
2. Answer the question on the following FORM.
Assignment #3: Publishing Terms
There are specific terms that relate to photojournalism and, more specifically, to the publishing industry. The purpose of this assignment is to familiarize you with some of those terms so you will be able to utilize them when completing your layout.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1. Study the terms on this document.
2. After studying the terms, find examples using magazines, yearbooks, etc., that illustrate the application of each specific term (1-19). You will be required to submit these examples (or copies of the examples) for grading. You can do so on a word document, powerpoint, etc, and submit to the folder on our shared drive.
Assignment #4: Outline (Description/Storyline)
Before beginning your outline you need to consult with your client (that’s me!) to determine what your assignment will be. Your assignment WILL be related to Yearbook (club or team). Once you have determined what your topic or assignment will be prepare an outline to identify each area and subject within your topic and the approach you are going to take; i.e., humanistic, informative, etc.
Answer the questions on the following FORM to complete this assignment.
Assignment #5: Student/Teacher Consultation
After completion of Assignments #1 – #4 you will meet with me to present your examples and outline, and for grading. See the accompanyingMarking Criteria Sheet for any questions on grading.
Assignment #6: Layout
Before you start to plan and shoot your photographs you need to prepare your layout in consultation with your client. When designing your layout remember that it is good to have a main photo accompanied by smaller photos. Your layout should have a mixture of vertical and horizontal shots, as well as captions and text. Although planning your layout at this point may seem premature, it will save you time later because the photographs you take will fit the design of your layout.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1) In consultation with your teacher, determine which software you will be using (we will be using yearbookavenue.com). Watch online tutorials and check with your teacher if unsure about how to use the software. We will also have a visit from our Yearbook Advisor, Mr. Saunders, for a live tutorial.
2) Set up the page size (you will be working with a spread – two pages).
3) Set up the margins and columns as determined in consultation with your client.
4) Create your photo blocks, text blocks and caption blocks.
5) Create and add any graphics, etc., that you included in the design of your layout.
6) Present your layout to your client for critiquing and approval.
7) Present your layout to your teacher for approval. See Marking Criteria.
Assignment #7: Photographs and Interviews
You are now at the point where you are ready to compose and shoot your photographs. When composing and shooting your photos remember to be creative; that is, get in close on some, far away on others, try a zoom lens or a wide angle lens, shoot vertical shots as well as horizontal shots, look for lighting that will help to tell your story, and above all, don’t be embarrassed to get involved in the action or get up close (if safe). Remember the basic rules of composition. Watch for and take advantage of the available light and shadows, pay attention to the foreground and background, and remember to bracket your shots as necessary. When shooting your photographs keep in mind your topic or story line and take photos that are appropriate. Don’t forget to interview people at the time of the event and always take notes of what was happening so you can compose your captions/text later.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1) Set your camera to the appropriate shooting mode. (Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual, etc.)
2) Set your camera to the appropriate image-recording quality (file size). E.g.: RAW, L, M, S, etc.
3) Set the ISO as required. (If unsure use the Auto ISO.)
- When shooting sporting events indoors remember to adjust your ISO accordingly.
- The higher the ISO the faster your shutter speed can be.
5) Bracket your shots as required.
6) Compose and shoot your photographs. Remember to compose your photographs to fit your layout (Vertical and horizontal).
7) Check each photograph for focus, desired depth of field, composition, etc.
8) Check the histogram and metadata for each photograph.
9) Interview your subjects as required.
- Use the questions you developed when making your outline (Assignment #4).
When downloading your acquired images create image collections, folders and files that organize your images for easy location later.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1) After you have organized your photographs and downloaded them to your computer, make index sheets (proof sheets/contact sheets) using your Lightroom. Printing index sheets expedites locating images and selecting images to be used or discarded.
2) Present your index sheet(s) to me for grading by submitting to the corresponding folder on our shared drive.
Assignment #9: Image Selection and Manipulation
After printing off your index/proof sheets consult with your client and select the images which are best suited to the topic and layout.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1) Present your index/proof sheets to your client with your layout.
2) Indicate your preferred images and discuss why you selected the images you did.
3) Make changes as required using your client’s feedback.
4) Manipulate the images using image-manipulation software such as Photoshop/Lightroom.
5) Crop the images to the appropriate size as determined by your layout and the appropriate resolution. (Typical resolution is 275 dpi for black-and-white images and 300dpi for colour images.) You will only be using colour images for this assignment.
6) Save your cropped images using the Save As command and save as JPEG’s. This will reduce the file size and allow you to import or place the images into your layout.
Assignment #10: Photo Placement and Text
Now you’re ready to put everything together. In order to do this you need to create the text and captions – including a heading and subheading—to accompany the layout.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1) Place your manipulated and cropped images into your layout.
2) Add the appropriate text to your text blocks.
3) Add the headings and subheadings.
4) Add captions as required.
5) Add graphics and clipart as required.
6) Read your copy out loud and run spell check.
Assignment #11: Critique
Every publication goes through a review and critique process with the client. This is to allow for corrections or revisions. This assignment is no different.
Use the following steps to complete this assignment:
1) Once you have placed your images and text into your layout, you must present the layout to your client. (Printed or digital.)
2) Allow for critiques and revisions.
3) Re-submit the layout to your client as required.
Assignment #12: Critique (Presentation, Assessment and Final Layout)
Present your work to an audience of peers and your teacher for critiquing and assessment. Discuss the following as it applies to the layout:
1) How the composition guidelines help facilitate good arrangement.
2) Technical and creative aspects; e.g., quality, focus, interest, writing, etc.
3) Areas of challenge and solutions if applicable.
4) Meeting school and community standards; e.g., appropriate language.
5) The use of tools and equipment.