Course Spotlight

Broadcast Journalism

Instructor:

Mr. Bryan Montgomery

Credit:

1.00 Fine Arts Credit

Course Description:

In this independent study class (i.e. does not meet during school day on a regular schedule), students spend time learning about the following aspects of journalism: video editing, broadcasting from the booth, sport statistics, action photography, and sports writing. Students are expected to attend various sporting events based on a schedule agreed upon between the student and the instructor. This is a graded class that is a full-year obligation. It is a great opportunity for those looking at hands-on experience and creating a portfolio for future aspirations.

Course Work:

In this fully hands-on practicum-style course, students have the opportunity to engage in a multitude of opportunities that are closely integrated with a sports information office. Students broadcast athletic events, assist with photography or supplementary videography, historical research, the construction of publications, and the writing of press releases. The students are also provided the opportunity to have their work seen in almost an instantaneous fashion as the students in the course are broadcasting athletic contests live on the Jesuit Ranger Sports Network (JRSN). The Jesuit Dallas sports information office operates parallel to a college-level office, which results in students creating a stellar portfolio of on-air content and other promotable work that can be showcased at the collegiate level.

Beyond the Classroom:

As this is a first year class we have yet to engage outside individuals for the course, but in future years there is a goal to integrate professionals in the field to speak with the students and create the opportunity for the students to engage with local television or radio-based sportscasters and other broadcasters in the area.