There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

This module is designed to give you the skills you need to create multimedia content using smartphones and tablets as newsgathering devices. This is a practical module which follows the growing industry practice of mobile journalism (MoJo). We will explore the opportunities in using phones as "all-in-one" devices capable of recording audio and video, and editing content. Module content will include:1. Introduction to Mobile Journalism and how it is used in fast-changing media industries2. Recording and editing audio on mobile devices3. Using smartphones to film in visual sequences4. Techniques of audio and video storytelling and effective editing on mobiles.5. Understanding different broadcasting techniques including writing to pictures, using natural sound, scripting and voicing.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Produce audio and video material using smartphones as newsgathering tools.

LO2: Develop an understanding of broadcast techniques including writing to pictures, using natural sound, scripting and voicing.

LO3: Understand and apply simple visual and audio storytelling techniques.

LO4: Record and edit journalistic multimedia content using mobile apps.

LO5: Understand and analyse the growing role of mobile journalism in the media industries.