anchor-script

Vocabulary Word

Definition

An 'anchor script' is the document that a TV or radio show host, called an anchor, reads from during the show. It's kind of like their script, guiding them on what to say and when.

Examples in Different Contexts

In television production, the 'anchor script' includes cues and dialogue for the anchor, guiding the flow of the show. A producer might explain, 'The anchor script outlines every segment of the show, including introductions, transitions, and closing remarks.'

Practice Scenarios

Radio

Scenario:

The flow of the morning show was amazing yesterday! The transition from music to news and then the ad break was seamless.

Response:

Thanks, I made sure to follow the anchor-script closely for those transitions.

Television

Scenario:

Next week, you will host the live broadcast of the annual sports event. How well prepared are you for the task?

Response:

I'm feeling confident. I've been studying the anchor-script and rehearsing with the production team.