live-reporting

Vocabulary Word

Definition

The term 'live-reporting' pertains to the activity of reporting an event as it unfolds in real time. News reporters or journalists often do this when they're at the scene of an event or situation that's unfolding there and then.

Examples in Different Contexts

In news media, 'live reporting' refers to journalists reporting news as it happens, directly from the location. A reporter might say, 'Our team is live reporting from the scene of the earthquake, bringing you updates as we receive them.'

Practice Scenarios

Journalism

Scenario:

Let's discuss the assignment for covering the elections. There will be a lot of on-ground activity that our readership needs to know about.

Response:

Understood. I believe live-reporting from polling stations would provide needed first-hand information to our readers.

Broadcasting

Scenario:

There seems to be a significant development at the city council meeting. We need to ensure our viewers are updated in real time.

Response:

Yes, I'll go onsite and start live-reporting directly from the city council meeting.