Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Factual genres & subject areas · Working

Constructed reality

Also called: constructed factual

ELI5

A broad term for reality work in which production largely creates or shapes situations, environments or encounters.

Used in conversation

“We need to agree how the constructed reality will be handled with the people affected.”

Definition

A broad term for reality work in which production substantially creates or shapes situations, environments or encounters.

Here “Constructed reality” means: A broad term for reality work in which production substantially creates or shapes situations, environments or encounters.

Pitch context

Use this in nonfiction pitches to separate what is known, accessible, ethical and structurally repeatable.

Why it matters: Distinguishes story, access, evidence, format mechanics and participant-care responsibilities.

Caution

People in the field use this term in materially different ways. Check the surrounding context, region and agreement.

Sources & evidence · 8

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