The reportage belongs to the informational genre of journalism. The reporter conveys or describes the events that he has witnessed or that are taking place at the moment. The reporter's task is to describe events in such a way as to create an effect of presence for viewers or readers.
Instructions
Step 1
To do this, the reportage must cover fast-paced events. The reporter should describe the dynamics of these events. If an event develops quickly, then just comment on it. If it is sluggish, then you can supplement the reportage with various facts. You can tell the background, remind the participants. You can also add your own experiences if you were a participant or witness to the event.
Step 2
Reporting is most commonly used in television journalism. In the genre of reporting, there are live broadcasts, news from the scene. In a television report, the voice of the presenter or reporter accompanies the scene. You can interview a participant or witness to the situation.
Step 3
In the periodicals, the genre of reportage borders on some artistic and journalistic genres. In the text, the report is more descriptive. The method of observation and recording of its progress and results is applied. The text should not contain complex stylistic constructions, artistic devices. But you don't need to limit yourself to a dry statement of facts, because this is not a news article. Description of the event can be started with an abstract topic, indirectly related to this event, and then smoothly move on to this news.
Step 4
The text must be supported by photographs, which will help the reader to more clearly imagine the picture taking place. The photo must be signed. For example, "The president's motorcade arrived at the St. Petersburg Orphanage" or "The birthday girl received many bouquets."
