1. PSA PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS? WHAT ARE THEY?

2. PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT An announcement or commercial designed to make a community aware of a growing issue. What are some topics typically covered? Bullying Smoking Drugs Unsafe driving (texting, drinking while driving)

3. TYPES OF PSAS Realistic Minimalist Artistic

4. REALISTIC PSA Realistic: Uses a real life scenario, uses believable scripting, acting, and effects similar to a movie. Scare the audience to be aware. Example Texting while driving UK ad

5. MINIMALIST PSA Minimalist: You use the audiences imagination to speak the message. Little camera effects are needed. Painting a picture with imagery. Example Domestic Violence from SuperBowl

6. ARTISTIC PSA Artistic: Situations are made real with use of symbolism. Usually no talking Seat Belt commercial – Embrace life.

7. PSA PURPOSE The Purpose of a PSA is to inform society of a growing concern or issue. They offer a suggestion for help. Visit this website. Fill out this form. Go to your local…office.