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The Assignment: How The Videographer's Role Is Shaped By The Job Assignment, Ian J. Dowty
The Assignment: How The Videographer's Role Is Shaped By The Job Assignment, Ian J. Dowty
Mahurin Honors College Capstone Experience/Thesis Projects
I am a videographer. Yes, my degree will qualify me as a reporter, someone familiar with the inner workings of a news station. However, I posit that the School of Journalism and Broadcasting does not give you a career, but rather a skillset that prepares you for a range of jobs. My discipline taught me how to articulate my thoughts in a clear, concise manner, which translates well to script or track writing. In addition, I have technical abilities that enable me to handle video and audio equipment proficiently. Combining these capabilities with soft skills I honed over the past …