Scripting for Radio
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This document outlines the essential elements of radio scripting, emphasizing the unique characteristics of radio as a medium, including its immediacy and wide reach. It provides guidelines for writing effective radio scripts, highlighting the importance of clarity, interactivity, pacing, and the need to engage listeners with natural language and creativity. Additionally, it includes practical tips for editing scripts to enhance their quality and effectiveness.
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this presentation is dedicated to
Dr Anamika Ray
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Radio Programmes
Post
Produced
Programme
Live
Programme
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Formats of Radio Programme
Spoken Word or
Human Voice
Music
Sound Effects
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Spoken Word
• Radio Announcements
• Radio Talks
• Radio Interviews
• Radio Discussions
• Radio Documentaries/ features
• Radio Dramas
• Radio Commentaries
• Radio Magazines
• Radio News
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Music Programme
• There is no radio without music. Music is
used in different ways on radio. There are
programmes of music and music is also
used in different programmes and as
fillers.
• These include signature tunes, music
used as effects in radio plays and
features. India has a great heritage of
music and radio in India reflects that.
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SOUND EFFECTS
• Sound effects are used in different ways
in radio
• It plays a major role in evoking interest.
• It provides the effect of different human
emotions.
• It creates certain moods or enhance
them.
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Why we need a Script?
• To include all the information in a logical order
• To introduce and conclude a programme
creatively
• To link between sections in a programme
• To disseminate information that is not available
in recorded form, or which can
• To give an editorial direction to the programme
• Maintaining the flow of information
• To introduce mood or feeling into a programme
• To tell a complete story as in a feature
programme
• Finally, it is because we can't get people to say
what we want them to say
• It is the framework for the programme17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 9](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/scriptingforradio-170917153039/85/Scripting-for-Radio-9-320.jpg)
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Writing 4 Radio: SCRIPTING
• S : Silence, Short and Simple
• C : Complete and clear
• R : Radio 4 listeners
• I : Importance of words
• P : Pacing and picture
• T : Time
• I : Interactive
• N : Natural and New
• G : Grab attention
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Scripting 4 radio: S : Silence
• A script for radio starts with silence..
• Stop---Close your eyes----Take a deep
breath--Shut out the world around you– Try
to visualise…… That is radio
• The script should be written in simple,
short sentences
• Try to use everyday language and terms
• It should not contain any technical
jargons and complicated concepts that
could confuse and distract the listeners.
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Scripting 4 radio: C : Complete and clear
• A script should be a complete one
from all the aspects….
• Clarity is the key in radio scripting…
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Scripting 4 radio: R : Radio 4 listeners
• Remember it is the medium of sound
sound and sound only
• Remember the characteristics of radio
that we discussed at the beginning.
• A script should maintain the nature of
the radio
• The script should offer the audience
introductions to the audio
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Scripting 4 radio: I : Importance of words
• Simplicity is the beauty of radio
• Radio is a very soft medium, hence the
selection of the words for the radio
should also be very soft and simple.
• The script is what makes sense of the
information
• It brings together the most important
elements, and helps your audience
understand the significance of the points
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Scripting 4 radio: P : Pacing and picture
• The ear is not a very intelligent organ. It
processes information relatively slowly
• Words are signs that stand for something else.
• To make it more effective pacing is very
important in the script.
• Words on radio are spoken. This makes them
different to words printed on a page because
extra layers of meaning can be added.
• The script should be prepared in a way that the
listener can visualize the entire programme.
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Scripting 4 radio: T : Time
• Time passes quickly.
• Time that passes can never return, nor can
it be compensated for, time is irretrievable.
• Time is the most precious thing that man
possesses.
• Radio has its own value of Time
• It runs on time. The script is made
considering the time factor, short or long..
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Scripting 4 radio: I : Interactive
• A radio script should be interactive.
• Radio speaks to individual and at the
same time radio speaks to many
• Don’t try to attract listeners by
including your own emotions; include
others
• Those who listen to your radio
package will make their own
decisions based on the interactions
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Scripting 4 radio: N : Natural and New
• The script should always be natural.. Not
artificial
• Innovativeness is another key to write a
successful script
• Listen to this audio….
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Scripting 4 radio: G : Grab attention
• You are crafting a tease into material that is
designed to make people stop and listen
• The ‘cue’ should attract the listener
• It should create interest to listen
• It should clearly defines the benefit
• It should provide information in a sequence
• It should set the scene without giving away the
whole story.
• It should fit the tone or mood of the piece it
introduces
• However, the quality should be consistent
throughout; the script must not tail off at the end.
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Write a good, effective copy
• Be natural and use the vocabulary/words the meaning of
which you know well
• Avoid being dull, avoid using bureaucratic language
• Give your copy a sense of immediacy
• Use simple, short, declarative sentences
• Avoid sound clashes
• Check out your punctuation
• Abbreviations should not be used if it is not popular
• Do not include ages, numbers and figures in round off
manner
• Downplay unconfirmed facts or unknown information
• Avoid “he/she” ambiguity
• Use proper format
• Provide pronunciation guides
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Edit your Script
Editing requires to
• Cut down the duration of your work by removing
unnecessary sections, repetition, long pauses etc.
• Make the interview or recording sharper and more
to the point.
• Remove unwanted noises, e.g. chairs creaking, doors
slamming, coughs, sneezes etc.
• Correct vocal mistakes in reading.
• Rearrange the structure of recorded material to
make it more interesting.
• Fill a time slot with a tape of the correct length.
Listen again and again!
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Contact
ankurandutta@gmail.com
http://armt.in
www.comcomm.org
Ph- 91-9910115696
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Scripting for Radio
- 1. Profession Compassio n Profession Compassio n Scripting for Radio Dr. Ankuran Dutta Head, Dept. of Communication & Journalism, Gauhati University, India Managing Trustee, Dr. Anamika Ray Memorial Trust 17 September 2017 © DR ANAMIKA RAY MEMORIAL TRUST, 2015; CC-BY-SA 1
- 2. Profession Compassio n this presentation is dedicated to Dr Anamika Ray © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in
- 3. Profession Compassio n Know the medium before Radio • Makes pictures • Speaks to individual • Speaks to millions • Has immediacy • Has mobility • Has no boundaries • Has simplicity • Has a different personality • Can surprise • Informs • Teaches • Entertains 17 September 2017 © DR ANAMIKA RAY MEMORIAL TRUST, 2015; CC-BY-SA 3
- 4. Profession Compassio n Radio Programmes Post Produced Programme Live Programme 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 4
- 5. Profession Compassio n Formats of Radio Programme Spoken Word or Human Voice Music Sound Effects 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 5
- 6. Profession Compassio n Spoken Word • Radio Announcements • Radio Talks • Radio Interviews • Radio Discussions • Radio Documentaries/ features • Radio Dramas • Radio Commentaries • Radio Magazines • Radio News 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 6
- 7. Profession Compassio n Music Programme • There is no radio without music. Music is used in different ways on radio. There are programmes of music and music is also used in different programmes and as fillers. • These include signature tunes, music used as effects in radio plays and features. India has a great heritage of music and radio in India reflects that. 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 7
- 8. Profession Compassio n SOUND EFFECTS • Sound effects are used in different ways in radio • It plays a major role in evoking interest. • It provides the effect of different human emotions. • It creates certain moods or enhance them. 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 8
- 9. Profession Compassio n Why we need a Script? • To include all the information in a logical order • To introduce and conclude a programme creatively • To link between sections in a programme • To disseminate information that is not available in recorded form, or which can • To give an editorial direction to the programme • Maintaining the flow of information • To introduce mood or feeling into a programme • To tell a complete story as in a feature programme • Finally, it is because we can't get people to say what we want them to say • It is the framework for the programme17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 9
- 10. Profession Compassio n Writing 4 Radio: SCRIPTING • S : Silence, Short and Simple • C : Complete and clear • R : Radio 4 listeners • I : Importance of words • P : Pacing and picture • T : Time • I : Interactive • N : Natural and New • G : Grab attention 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 10
- 11. Profession Compassio n Scripting 4 radio: S : Silence • A script for radio starts with silence.. • Stop---Close your eyes----Take a deep breath--Shut out the world around you– Try to visualise…… That is radio • The script should be written in simple, short sentences • Try to use everyday language and terms • It should not contain any technical jargons and complicated concepts that could confuse and distract the listeners. 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 11
- 12. Profession Compassio n Scripting 4 radio: C : Complete and clear • A script should be a complete one from all the aspects…. • Clarity is the key in radio scripting… 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 12
- 13. Profession Compassio n Scripting 4 radio: R : Radio 4 listeners • Remember it is the medium of sound sound and sound only • Remember the characteristics of radio that we discussed at the beginning. • A script should maintain the nature of the radio • The script should offer the audience introductions to the audio 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 13
- 14. Profession Compassio n Scripting 4 radio: I : Importance of words • Simplicity is the beauty of radio • Radio is a very soft medium, hence the selection of the words for the radio should also be very soft and simple. • The script is what makes sense of the information • It brings together the most important elements, and helps your audience understand the significance of the points 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 14
- 15. Profession Compassio n Scripting 4 radio: P : Pacing and picture • The ear is not a very intelligent organ. It processes information relatively slowly • Words are signs that stand for something else. • To make it more effective pacing is very important in the script. • Words on radio are spoken. This makes them different to words printed on a page because extra layers of meaning can be added. • The script should be prepared in a way that the listener can visualize the entire programme. 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 15
- 16. Profession Compassio n Scripting 4 radio: T : Time • Time passes quickly. • Time that passes can never return, nor can it be compensated for, time is irretrievable. • Time is the most precious thing that man possesses. • Radio has its own value of Time • It runs on time. The script is made considering the time factor, short or long.. 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 16
- 17. Profession Compassio n Scripting 4 radio: I : Interactive • A radio script should be interactive. • Radio speaks to individual and at the same time radio speaks to many • Don’t try to attract listeners by including your own emotions; include others • Those who listen to your radio package will make their own decisions based on the interactions 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 17
- 18. Profession Compassio n Scripting 4 radio: N : Natural and New • The script should always be natural.. Not artificial • Innovativeness is another key to write a successful script • Listen to this audio…. 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 18
- 19. Profession Compassio n Scripting 4 radio: G : Grab attention • You are crafting a tease into material that is designed to make people stop and listen • The ‘cue’ should attract the listener • It should create interest to listen • It should clearly defines the benefit • It should provide information in a sequence • It should set the scene without giving away the whole story. • It should fit the tone or mood of the piece it introduces • However, the quality should be consistent throughout; the script must not tail off at the end. 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 19
- 20. Profession Compassio n Write a good, effective copy • Be natural and use the vocabulary/words the meaning of which you know well • Avoid being dull, avoid using bureaucratic language • Give your copy a sense of immediacy • Use simple, short, declarative sentences • Avoid sound clashes • Check out your punctuation • Abbreviations should not be used if it is not popular • Do not include ages, numbers and figures in round off manner • Downplay unconfirmed facts or unknown information • Avoid “he/she” ambiguity • Use proper format • Provide pronunciation guides 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 20
- 21. Profession Compassio n Edit your Script Editing requires to • Cut down the duration of your work by removing unnecessary sections, repetition, long pauses etc. • Make the interview or recording sharper and more to the point. • Remove unwanted noises, e.g. chairs creaking, doors slamming, coughs, sneezes etc. • Correct vocal mistakes in reading. • Rearrange the structure of recorded material to make it more interesting. • Fill a time slot with a tape of the correct length. Listen again and again! 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 21
- 22. Profession Compassio n Contact ankurandutta@gmail.com http://armt.in www.comcomm.org Ph- 91-9910115696 17 September 2017 © ARMT, 2017 [CC-BY-SA]:: http://armt.in 22