Our TV journalism award is for the best coverage of a major news story,
either domestic or international. The award will go to the news
broadcast that has responded to an important story most effectively.
Our judges will be looking for outstanding examples of journalistic
explanation both in the field and by news anchors, quality of reporting
and how well the story has been illustrated with relevant footage, stills
and graphics.
The jury will want to see that the coverage engages the viewer as the
story develops, allows them to understand what is happening and
where the story is likely to go.
The journalism will be sensitive and compassionate when the situation
demands. The coverage will clearly demonstrate that the journalists –
and their editors – can cope with a fluid situation when facts may be in
short supply.
If the entry relates to a long-running story, such as an extended
conflict, we will want to see how the coverage remains consistent over
a period of time. Our judges will need to see evidence of how the story
has been kept fresh so that the audience does not become
overwhelmed or bored.
You should submit a compilation of the story, demonstrating how the
coverage unfolded. Any internal edits in the coverage you are
submitting should be clear in the compilation.
All coverage entered must have been transmitted or distributed online
between 1 June 2014 and 30 June 2015.
TELEVISION
JOURNALISM
Winner 2014
CNN
The Downing of Flight MH17
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