Features that run a real student newsroom
Most rundown tools start at the show. Classrooms start at the assignment. RundownHQ manages the entire path from pitch to prompter—so teachers assess process and students learn professional roles.
The Assignment-to-Air workflow
Programs, Seasons & Episodes
Organize news, sports, podcasts, and special events like a professional newsroom. A Program holds a Season (e.g., 2025) that contains Episodes (e.g., 2025-10-08).
- Clear hierarchy for curriculum pacing
- Daily/weekly shows or event-based broadcasts
- Reporting, grading, and archives aligned by episode
Assignments
Create story assignments with owner, due date, target runtime, notes, and required assets. Students accept, decline, or transfer with accountability.
- Teacher, Program Director, or Segment Producer can assign
- Status tracking and comments
- Links to packages and scripts
Packages
Students upload video packages and VOs; producers review and request changes. Approved assets flow forward automatically.
- Versioned submissions & resubmits
- Notes for edit feedback
- Auto-ready for rundown once approved
Scripts & Approvals
Anchors read what faculty approved. Track redlines, revisions, and final sign-off—no email chains or lost docs.
- Producer & Teacher approvals
- Timing estimates roll into rundown
- Printable copies for in-studio backup
Rundown Builder
Assemble approved items into a clean, timed rundown. Reorder by drag-and-drop; lock key segments.
- Auto-timing and over/under indicators
- Segment notes for crew and control room
- One-click print for paper failsafe
Teleprompter & Live Cue Control
Run the show with an integrated teleprompter and live timing. When the show shifts, cues and timing adjust in real time.
- Prompter text from approved scripts
- Showcaller view for timing & cues
- On-air confidence with fewer surprises
Roles students actually learn
Teacher
Oversees programs, sets rubrics, approves scripts and packages, and tracks learning outcomes.
Program Broadcast Director
Student lead who manages the show across segments, deadlines, and episode quality.
Segment Producer
Owns a segment (Weather, Sports, Community), assigns stories, and approves packages.
Reporter / Package Producer
Creates stories, shoot lists, edits, and scripts aligned to assignment specs.
Anchor
Delivers approved scripts from the integrated teleprompter with confidence.
Showcaller / Teleprompter Op
Keeps timing honest, manages cues, and handles on-air adjustments.
Teacher Dashboard & Assessment
See the entire pipeline at a glance and grade the process, not just the performance.
- Program/segment health and episode status
- Assignment progress and late/missing alerts
- Version history for scripts and packages
- Printable reports and episode archives
Integrations & Compatibility
RundownHQ plays well in educational studios. Use the integrated teleprompter or export printable rundowns for any control-room workflow. LMS links and asset paths keep students organized.
- Import approved script text to prompter
- Export/print rundowns for studio fallback
- Link to storage locations for media assets
Compare: cue-only tools vs assignment-to-air
| Capability | Rundown Creator / Shoflo / Rundown Studio | RundownHQ |
|---|---|---|
| Rundown & Prompter | Yes | Yes |
| Real-time Live Timing | Yes | Yes |
| Assignments → Packages → Scripts → Approvals | Focus on the show | Full classroom workflow |
| Programs / Seasons / Episodes | Not core model | Native structure |
| Education Roles & Rubrics | Generic collaboration | Teacher, PBD, Segment Producer, Reporter, Anchor |
| Templates Library | Limited | Assignments, checklists, rubrics |
See detailed breakdowns: Rundown Creator vs RundownHQ · Shoflo vs RundownHQ · Rundown Studio vs RundownHQ
Start fast with classroom templates
Download assignment briefs, package checklists, script rubrics, and rundown templates your students can use today.
Frequently asked questions
What makes RundownHQ different from cue-only rundown tools?
RundownHQ manages the classroom workflow before the show: assignments, package submissions, script reviews and approvals tied to Programs, Seasons and Episodes.
Is RundownHQ built for schools and student media?
Yes. Roles like Teacher, Program Broadcast Director, Segment Producer, Reporter, Anchor and Showcaller are first-class. Templates, rubrics and approvals are designed for instruction and assessment.
Can we run live with teleprompter and real-time timing?
Yes. Build a timed rundown from approved items, run the integrated teleprompter, and track live cue timing with automatic adjustments.
How do Programs, Seasons and Episodes work?
Organize every show like a professional newsroom. Programs (e.g., News, Sports, Podcast) contain Seasons (e.g., 2025), which contain Episodes (e.g., 2025-10-08). Assignments and assets roll up to those structures.