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1. Script writing for radio.

2. Introduction
 Most radio shows need to use scripts to guide them
through the on air hassle such as forgetting word or not
knowing what to say and when. Scripts help presenters
and people outside of the studio to let them know what
will be happening during the time on air and when.
 Scripts could also distract the presenter as the they
could constantly be looking down at their scripts and
their voices will project towards their script and not up
towards the microphone.

3. What and Why?
 Why use a script?
. Presenters use scripts so they know what to say on air
this prevents mistakes during a live on air show.
. Presenters also use scripts so they know when to say certain things
and that the music matches to the previous things they were talking
about.
. Most of the time scripts are used to make the show sound more
professional and more put together and well thought out. This prevents
the show from losing listeners and money.
. Scripts help the presenter fit their speeches into a specific time slot.
o What do scripts do?
. Scripts help to give shape, structure and direction to the radio show
. Scripts mostly are written for the EAR and not the EYE
. Radio shows try to write for one person so the audience feel like the
presenter is talking to them. The scripts can help presenters direct
themselves to the audience so the listeners continue to listen to their
show.
. Many different types of radio genres need to use scripts that are pre-written
including music sequences and radio features.

4. Linguistic conventions
 Abbreviation: An abbreviation is a word/phrase shortened to make
it easier to read and it shortens time if something needs to be done
quick. In radio I may be wrote down in the short version but most
presenters say the full version depending on their target audience
and their location. Such as writing fab the presenter would say
Fabulous and writing it’s instead of it is.
 Writing numbers: When writing numbers, script writers and
presenters tend to round numbers up so they don’t give out false
information. Such as 8907 would be rounded up to 9000 or maybe
10000 to make things easier to say on air.
 Formal: Formal language would most likely be used during
important news or some shows such as radio 4 would use formal
language to present their documentaries and news. Such as saying
it is instead of it’s to show Clear pronunciation.
 Informal/Colloquial language: Informal would be more casual
and laid back. Most likely radio stations that play music or local
radio stations. Local radio stations will try and connect to the
audience by bringing in local presenters to make the listeners
connect with the presenter.

5. Style conventions
 House styles: Stations have different styles such as Capital and
Kerrang are music styled shows. This attracts different target
audiences for their specific radio shows. Such as Kerrang is a music
based station and is aimed at mostly men.
 In/Out cues: in cues are set up to introduce songs which are
written by presenters and producers. Such as ‘this is a new song
from….’ out cues are to let listeners that have just tuned in what
song was just played
 Writing for the ear: Stations write for the ear as the presenter can
not be seen so the language used is important as the listener has no
visuals. Such as making conversations with the listener and
interacting with them as much as possible. This means listeners
with never get bored with what the presenter has to say.
 Signposting: This is using sounds to create a picture in someone's
head or setting the scene. Such as people cheering or clapping at a
show or concert. This is to make the audience feel what is
happening or make them feel like they are there.

6. Style conventions
 Language styles: This is a structure of what the presenter is
making the audience feel. Such as relaxed, happy and sad. This will
show the audience the style of radio. Also it is informal and formal
language that is used.
 Tone: It shows the type of presenter the listeners are listening to
such as a bubbly presenter or a very serious presenter depending
on the radio show. At night a presenters tone is relaxing but in the
morning it is very loud and energetic.
 Speech rhythms: This is to make the sound/speech sound natural.
Such as a certain amount of words per second to show the pace
their voices.

7. Recognised Genres
 Music scripts: Music scripts are for the music shows. This will have
sections where the music should be played in the show. These
scripts will always have to be planned before show.
 Documentary Programs: Documentary ones are shows that have
a full script included out and I cues, interviews sometimes won’t be
scripted as it won’t be necessary.
 Speech packages: These are shows that are all speech on radio
stations such as radio 4 drama’s. This is all mostly acting.
 Live material: This is when bands or artist perform live on the
show such as radio 1’s live lounges. This promotes the station as
well as the band. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lywi8TxhE2Y