Posts Tagged ‘Graphics’

VDO rolls out updated site and demo reel

VDO has rolled out an updated site with new syndicated offerings and demo reels.

WINK-TV HD added to SetStudio and Graphics section

We’ve added captures of WINK-TV, the Fort Myers/Naples, Florida CBS affiliate, to the site.

View the SetStudio page here. View the graphics page here.

The Weather Channel tweaks graphics

Via TWC Today, The Weather Channel has debuted some small tweaks to many of its graphics. Some of the main changes include new icons on all graphics, and a new, simpler, header on maps.

TWC is currently in the process of rolling out the changes, so it’s unknown if the actual show packages and opens will change at this time.

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CNBC debuts new ‘modern’ graphics in the US and Europe

CNBC and CNBC Europe today launched new graphics with a cleaner, more modern, look.

The graphics replaced most elements of the previous package including the ticker, stock market bar, l3, slates, etc. Also, some shows had new intros with  updated fonts and a peacock symbol as the dominant element.

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NewscastTip: Keep viewers informed with good closing graphics design

Bitter wind chills are sweeping the county while snow piles up higher and higher — and that means it’s time to fire up the closing alerts.

When considering how to graphically present closing information, there are three main factors to consider: text size, display time and on-screen positioning.

Using a clear, easy-to-read typeface is key to creating useful graphics. Also be sure to consider color selection and contrast as well as size.
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WJZ-TV added to the graphics section

We’ve added pictures of WJZ-TV, the Baltimore CBS O&O, to the graphics section.

WBAL-TV added to SetStudio and Graphics section

We’ve added a SetStudio and Graphics section update with screen captures from WBAL-TV, the Baltimore NBC affiliate. Thanks to Ryan for these captures.

NewscastTip: News graphics color options span spectrum

Television news come in a varietal rainbow of colors, each with its own advantages, disadvantages and effects on viewers.

Blue is one of the most common color schemes used. It’s a solid choice since blue is a relatively neutral color, is complementary to human skin tones and doesn’t have any strong emotional charge associated with it.

Red is another common base used in news graphics. Red is an active, vibrant color that is a great way to convey a sense of action or urgency. Stations looking to emphasize breaking news or fast-paced coverage may find red to be a good fit, though, if used correctly, red doesn’t always have that effect.

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NewscastTip: HD wings prove challenging design balance

HD wings can pose a design challenge in order to meet the demands of incorporating branding and slick graphics into an element that also needs to be subtle enough to keep the focus where it belongs.

HD wings, the narrow, vertical strips that appear on the left and right of 4:30 video that’s displayed on 16:9 screens, will unfortunately remain commonplace on archival footage and video acquired from non-16:9 sources. HD wings can be distracting because they pop on and off screen at seemingly random times during the broadcast, often introducing an vivid splash of color that may seem out of place.

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NewscastTip: Graphics can give affordable boost to your newscasts

In today’s tough times there’s very little money to go around in a typical TV newsroom, but that doesn’t mean newscasts don’t need sprucing up. If a new set is beyond your reach, consider the impact a new graphics package can have.

Combining an old set with new graphics can breathe life into your newscasts. While sets certainly have their value and are obviously much more of a concrete item, it’s amazing what an improvement new graphics can make.

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New graphics added from WSMV-TV

We’ve added graphics from WSMV-TV in Nashville, Tenn. The HD graphics are very unique and use an interesting color palette. View the graphics here.

MSNBC to “refresh”

TVNewser is reporting MSNBC will debut a new graphics package tomorrow that is a “refresh” from its current package. Early reports also say the ticker will remain.

This is probably in anticipation for MSNBC going HD later this year.