What term describes the on-screen graphic that lists the story title and includes the reporter's name?

• A. Slate
• B. Lower Third
• C. Bug
• D. Masthead

Answer: (A)

The on-screen graphic that lists the story title and the reporter’s name is called the lower third. This identification sits in the lower portion of the screen and provides essential context: the topic of the piece and who’s reporting. It’s crafted to be quick to read and unobtrusive, so viewers can follow along without losing the video detail. In practice, you’ll see the reporter’s name, their title or location, and the story headline slide in from the bottom and stay visible during the segment. Other on-screen elements include a bug, which is a small logo in a corner; a masthead, which is branding at the top of the screen; and a slate, which is a title card used to introduce a piece. So the description of a graphic showing the story title and reporter’s name best fits the lower third.