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This is the first draft of the article which will be in my double page spread.
This is the first draft of the article which will be in my double page spread.
Faceless: Who’s following you?
In the news these days, social networking sites are only mentioned in a negative way. What are your views on this?
They do have their positive sides which we explain throughout the program. We decided that from the very start of the process that we’d present the facts and both sides of the argument so our viewers could make an
informed decision. Social networking sites do provide many opportunities for our culture; it’s just that hardly anyone pays attention or knows about them!
As you just mentioned, social networking sites has given us lots of opportunities. What are these opportunities?
There are just so many! Well, we can now talk to and stay in touch with virtually anyone from around the world for free! With the click of the mouse, I can know what my whole circle of friends is doing at any given moment. I think that’s pretty amazing, don’t you? I therefore think one of the major opportunities it has offered us is the ability to improve relationships with people.
I’m sure all our readers can tell how enthusiastic you are about this topic! Did you enjoy making the documentary?
Yeah, definitely! It was interesting finding out about social networking and the effects it has on peoples behaviour. I also met some really interesting people who I got to interview and learnt some interesting facts.
Would you say that it was a learning experience for you then?
Yes, definitely. I learnt so much about the way in which people communicate and interact with each other. I also found out some shocking facts about social networking sites and bullying. Did you know that 40% of teenagers have been reported being bullied online? What happens to the victims who don’t report it?
Is cyber bullying something you feel strongly about?
Yes, definitely. It’s such a common occurrence these days and I think more things should be
done to prevent it!
I’m sure many of our readers will agree with you! Why do you think cyber bullying is such a major problem in today’s society?
I think all the developments in new technology are partly to blame. Teenagers can now access social networks from anywhere! For example, smartphones with built in social networking applications have now become a necessity for modern teenagers. I also think part of the reason is because teenagers are solely signing up to social networking sites just to fit in with the crowd. This therefore means bullies have more opportunities to target even more people online.
Why should viewers watch your new documentary? What makes it different from the rest?
For more information on Faceless, or cyberbullying, visit: www.bbc.co.uk/bbc3/whosfollowingyou.
We chatted to Emily Keens, the presenter
of the groundbreaking new documentary ‘Faceless,’ to discuss social networking and her new documentary.
So, what made you get involved in this project?
There are just so many dangers out there on the Internet these days and most of them are products of social
networking sites. I felt I had to make people more aware of them as so many young children and teenagers, like me, use them.
How do you think social networking sites are affecting teenagers?
Bullies are getting more confident and victims are becoming more scared.
There used to be a barrier between home and school life but because of the Internet, there is no barrier now.
Do you think social networking sites are dangerous? [Update 24/3/12- This question has been cut.]
Yes. People don’t use them correctly and they’re becoming more and more dangerous. Social networks are trying to make them safer for teenagers but these precautions aren’t necessarily working.
Are you totally against social networking sites? [Update 24/3/12- This question has been cut.]
Definitely not. It would be hypocritical of me to say that I’m against them because, like nearly everyone else my age, I use them every day! They’re just so addictive! I just think people just use them in the wrong way sometimes.
They do have their positive sides which we explain throughout the program. We decided that from the very start of the process that we’d present the facts and both sides of the argument so our viewers could make an
informed decision. Social networking sites do provide many opportunities for our culture; it’s just that hardly anyone pays attention or knows about them!
As you just mentioned, social networking sites has given us lots of opportunities. What are these opportunities?
There are just so many! Well, we can now talk to and stay in touch with virtually anyone from around the world for free! With the click of the mouse, I can know what my whole circle of friends is doing at any given moment. I think that’s pretty amazing, don’t you? I therefore think one of the major opportunities it has offered us is the ability to improve relationships with people.
I’m sure all our readers can tell how enthusiastic you are about this topic! Did you enjoy making the documentary?
Yeah, definitely! It was interesting finding out about social networking and the effects it has on peoples behaviour. I also met some really interesting people who I got to interview and learnt some interesting facts.
Would you say that it was a learning experience for you then?
Yes, definitely. I learnt so much about the way in which people communicate and interact with each other. I also found out some shocking facts about social networking sites and bullying. Did you know that 40% of teenagers have been reported being bullied online? What happens to the victims who don’t report it?
Is cyber bullying something you feel strongly about?
Yes, definitely. It’s such a common occurrence these days and I think more things should be
done to prevent it!
I’m sure many of our readers will agree with you! Why do you think cyber bullying is such a major problem in today’s society?
I think all the developments in new technology are partly to blame. Teenagers can now access social networks from anywhere! For example, smartphones with built in social networking applications have now become a necessity for modern teenagers. I also think part of the reason is because teenagers are solely signing up to social networking sites just to fit in with the crowd. This therefore means bullies have more opportunities to target even more people online.
Why should viewers watch your new documentary? What makes it different from the rest?
We’ve presented both sides of the story so opinions aren’t forced upon our viewers like we see in so many documentaries these days because, let’s face it, nobody likes that! It’s also really interesting and we’re running a few experiments during the show which the audience can take part in! It should be really fun!
Would you say that your documentary offers something different and exciting for our readers then?
Certainly. It’s more than just a documentary.This documentary is more like an interactive learning experience where audience members can actually take part. This way it actually doesn’t even feel like you’re learning and you’re just having fun instead! We’ve actually made what many teenagers think is quite a boring topic into an interesting and engaging experience.
Thank you for talking with us today! I know for sure that everyone in the TV Choice offices will be tuning in! [Update 24/3/12- This question has been cut.]
You’re welcome! I hope you enjoy the show!
Would you say that your documentary offers something different and exciting for our readers then?
Certainly. It’s more than just a documentary.This documentary is more like an interactive learning experience where audience members can actually take part. This way it actually doesn’t even feel like you’re learning and you’re just having fun instead! We’ve actually made what many teenagers think is quite a boring topic into an interesting and engaging experience.
Thank you for talking with us today! I know for sure that everyone in the TV Choice offices will be tuning in! [Update 24/3/12- This question has been cut.]
You’re welcome! I hope you enjoy the show!
By Emily Keens
For more information on Faceless, or cyberbullying, visit: www.bbc.co.uk/bbc3/whosfollowingyou.
Don't forget to watch Faceless 19th April at 8pm on BBC 3!
Caption 1: Developments in technology are partly to blame for cyber bullying.
Caption 2: Emily Keens presents the new documentary on social networking.
The article will appear on page 23 and 24 of TV choice. The page numbers will be included at the bottom of the article and the name of the article in the top left and right hand corners.
Images
In my double page spread I intend to use a long shot of the presenter standing outside. I also intend to use an over the shoulder shot of the presenter using a social networking application on a smart phone.
[Update 21/1/12- I have decided to include two extra pictures of Twitter birds in my double page spread.]
[Update 24/1/12- I have decided to include the BBC 3 logo and a 'Did You Know...' facts box. This box will contain the following text:
'Did You Know....
I will then remove the by line. I will also reference the photographer of the main image by including:
The article will appear on page 23 and 24 of TV choice. The page numbers will be included at the bottom of the article and the name of the article in the top left and right hand corners.
Images
In my double page spread I intend to use a long shot of the presenter standing outside. I also intend to use an over the shoulder shot of the presenter using a social networking application on a smart phone.
[Update 21/1/12- I have decided to include two extra pictures of Twitter birds in my double page spread.]
[Update 24/1/12- I have decided to include the BBC 3 logo and a 'Did You Know...' facts box. This box will contain the following text:
'Did You Know....
- 40% of teenagers have reported being bullied online (Cyber Bully Alert, 2008)
- Facebook has over 750 million users worldwide (Telegraph)
- The average social network user has 195 friends (Online Media Gazette)
- Every minute, 24 hours of video is uploaded to YouTube (YouTube Press Center)'
I have also decided to rephrase the lead paragraph to:
'Jasmine Robson chatted to Emily Keens, the presenter
of the groundbreaking new documentary ‘Faceless,’ to discuss social networking and her new documentary.'
'*Main image taken by Charlotte Stewart Bean.']
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