TV BOP

The Editing Judges just wrapped up the News Feature category that includes an Editor and Photographer side to it.

In the Editor’s Side, Greg T. Johnson from WFAA was the winner with “He Saved Five Lives”.   Jason Hanson from KSTP  took 2nd with “Korean Reunion”.   And WJW’s Matt Rafferty rounded out the group with a 3rd place for “Hopewell”.

In the Photographer’s side of the contest, Ron Kabele with Texas Parks & Wildlife finished 1st with “Living History”.   Jonathan Malat from KARE finished 2nd with “What the Duck?!?!”.  ”Tea Time” from Steve Rhodes (WTHR) was 3rd.  And Noah Skinner rounded out the group with an Honorable Mention for “Size Matters”.

 

The Photography Judges spent the afternoon watching 62 General News stories.  After narrowing it down to 9 finalists, the real debate began.  After re-playing most of the stories for a third time, it came down to a vote.  After a tie and another vote, the winners were finally decided.

1st-”Clifford” Jonathan Malat  KARE Minneapolis

2nd-”Tis the Season for Travel” Everett McEwan KWGN Denver

3rd-”Surrounded by Family”  Michael DelGiudice  WNBC New York

HM-”The Summer to Park and Swim”  Andy Shilts  KMSP Minneapolis

HM-”Bonds Baseball”  Ken Mostek  KUSA Denver

We did notice a lot of sloppy mic placement in the category.  Mic cords showing and even the wireless pack sitting on the arm of a chair that was part of the foreground of an interview.  If you’re taking the time to interview someone, spend 10 seconds to hide the mic!

Quote for the day: “A Story is more than a good character, but a good character is important.” Scott Jensen

Now it’s time to tackle Photographer of the Year.  I have a feeling it may be a late night.