A speech or meeting story is interesting because the speech giver or members of a meeting are usually announcing some important news or making an important decision.
For example, in the article Obama Turns Up the Volume in Bid for Health Measure by Helene Cooper and David M. Herszenhorn on the New York Times website, President Obama not only tried to gain support for his Health Care proposal but also assured wavering members of his party to not give up hope.
These kinds of articles are powerful when the writer quotes the most vital parts of the speech and uses the 5 senses to help the readers feel what the speaker’s audience feels.
A writer can prepare to cover a speech or meeting several ways. The writer should read similar articles so they understand what techniques to use to successfully write the story.
The writer should then be well acquainted with the topic of discussion. They should be aware of any past speeches or meetings concerning the current topic and past outcomes or decisions.
The writer should also have some information on the background of the speaker or members of the meeting.
Covering a speech or meeting can be easy as long as you are as well prepared as you can be.
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