IN 200 iNEWS Superuser Database Design

Overview:

This course covers the iNEWS client in detail, with emphasis on establishing the appropriate workflow for your Avid Newsroom solution.

Audience:

Key newsroom and control room staff who will lead other staff in adapting to the new environment. This course is also appropriate for a representative of the IT department, who will assist in the implementation of the more technical aspects of the database design process.

Outline

  • Introducing iNEWS as a Avid Newsroom solution
  • Using the iNews Client
  • Importing and exporting stories
  • Accessing iNEWS from the Web
  • Using the local databases
  • Integration with other newsroom technologies
  • Managing User Accounts
  • Understanding the customized database
  • Creating and assigning forms
  • Understanding and Standardizing print styles
  • Procedures to put the show on the air in the control room and studio
  • Understanding archiving options
  • Creating CG graphics using the title tool
  • Designing script templates and user macros
  • Building the starter database

Prerequisites:

Experience operating the iNEWS client is useful, but not required. A full understanding of newsroom and any other production processes, including the control room during on-air transmission. The authority and ability to make decisions and set new newsroom practices - including story development, rundown management, script formats, control room practices, script archiving etc. Experience as a user of the Windows operating system. Written and spoken command of the English language.

Duration:

5 days