Prepare a script for a 50-second radio news package. Apply a strict 50-second limit to the entire package, from the part read by the news reader to the throw, voiceover, grab and back announce....

Prepare a script for a 50-second radio news package. Apply a strict 50-second limit to the entire package, from the part read by the news reader to the throw, voiceover, grab and back announce. Challenge yourself to stick strictly to the time limit, keeping in mind the ideal pacing of three words per second. Interview talent (refer to Tools 1 for tips on broadcast interviews), select a suitable grab and write the rest of the script using the information provided in this chapter.