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Woodberry’s Journalism Class Takes on Video Production
This year, Woodberry Forest's journalism class expanded its scope with the introduction of a video journalism track, giving students a hands-on opportunity to produce, edit, and conduct on-air interviews. Using industry-standard software like Adobe Premiere, the program offers a professional touch to the budding journalists’ work.
For many of the 11 students enrolled in the video track, the experience is entirely new.
“It’s fun interviewing my friends and getting their thoughts on different topics,” said Edwards Tarumianz ’26, who has been creating his own content as part of the class.
The centerpiece of their efforts is Tiger TV, a pre-recorded news show that showcases their work. After weeks of scripting, filming, and editing, the students release each episode to the school community. So far, three episodes have aired.
“The shows have been successful so far, and the boys in the class have been working very hard,” said Tyler Campbell, the class instructor.
But producing a news show comes with its challenges. One of the biggest hurdles is ensuring the stories covered remain relevant by the time the episodes are released—a test of both timing and editorial planning.
For some students, working behind the camera feels like second nature. Shaffer Broughton ’27 has been filming Woodberry’s football and basketball games since arriving at the school in 2023. For him, the journalism class is an opportunity to refine his skills and explore storytelling in a broader context.
For Campbell, this year marks a new chapter as well. An experienced videographer for the school, this is his first year leading a class.
“It’s been a fun challenge for me,” Campbell said. “I’ve been shooting video for Woodberry for many years, and I’ve enjoyed sharing that knowledge with the boys in my class.”
With Tiger TV, the video journalism track is not only teaching students practical skills but also giving them a platform to capture the spirit of their school.
>> Reporting by James Doyle ’26
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