DINFOS Live: Next-Level Photojournalism Techniques

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On this episode of DINFOS Live, Lt. Cmdr. Cate Sheerin interviews DINFOS instructors Tech. Sgt. Christine Groening and Thomas Lamb on next-level storytelling and professional photojournalism techniques you can use to improve your storytelling capabilities.

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Take a deep dive into some innovative journalism methods, such as the emphasis on putting people first in storytelling with human-centered design.

Instructors also give insights into:

  • Interviewing techniques.
  • Differences between personality and human interest.
  • How to approach subjects for storytelling.
  • The importance of portraiture, lighting and shot variety.
  • Equipment recommendations for photojournalism.
  • Pro tips for editing videos.

A podcast version of this DINFOS Live episode is available on your favorite podcasting app or DVIDS.

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