🎙️ CHARACTER ROLES: Scoop & Slander roles

Because every scandal needs someone to overreact on camera.

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💅 Blogger – The Trendy Oversharer

Vibe: Stylish, opinionated, and allergic to living in the moment.

Costume (from your closet): Graphic tee, leather jacket, jeans, and big sunnies. Optional: messy “I woke up like this” hair and a phone glued to your hand.
Easy to buy: Ring light, phone stand, or a “#Sponsored” sticker.
Props: Smartphone, selfie stick, iced coffee, notebook labeled “Hot Takes.”

Quirks & How to Act: Narrate what’s happening (“Omg guys, this plot twist is CRAZY!”). Type dramatically during conversations. Complain about the lighting.
Sayings:

 

“Don’t talk to me, I’m drafting a viral post.”
“This scandal is going to break the internet — or at least my comments section.”
“This better go viral or I’m deleting everything.”
“#MurderVibesOnly.”

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🎤 TV Field Reporter – The Drama Magnet

Vibe: Every conversation is breaking news.
Costume (from your closet): Blazer, slacks or pencil skirt, comfy shoes (news never sleeps). Add a press badge or “LIVE” sticker.
Easy to buy: Plastic microphone, toy news truck, or clipboard.
Props: Microphone, notepad, fake press pass, maybe a friend pretending to be your cameraman.
Quirks & How to Act: Speak loudly even indoors. Interrupt people with “We’re getting reports now that—oh my goodness—this is HUGE!” Point at invisible cameras.
Sayings:

 

“Back to you in the studio!”
“I’m here LIVE, surrounded by absolute chaos.”
“We’re hearing unconfirmed reports of scandal, murder, and bad hors d’oeuvres.”
“If you’re just joining us, it’s chaos here.”

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🕴️ Studio Anchor – The Scandal in a Suit

Vibe: Charismatic, perfectly coiffed, suspiciously defensive.
Costume (from your closet): Sharp suit, crisp shirt, serious hair. Bonus: a little makeup for that “studio lighting glow.”
Easy to buy: Clip-on tie, fake earpiece, teleprompter notes.
Props: Stack of cue cards, news script, mug labeled “Anchor Fuel.”
Quirks & How to Act: Sit perfectly still, blink slowly when accused, and begin sentences with “In other news…” Deflect scandal with charm.
Sayings:

 

“That’s all the time we have tonight.”
“I categorically deny all allegations, but thank you for watching.”
“Let’s go to commercial… or at least get me another coffee.”

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📸 Paparazzi – The Flashy Menace

Vibe: Aggressively curious. The party’s biggest pest and best witness.
Costume (from your closet): All black outfit, baseball cap, camera bag, sneakers. Optional: trench coat or hoodie for undercover chaos.
Easy to buy: Disposable camera or fake DSLR.
Props: Camera, sunglasses, notebook of “sightings.”
Quirks & How to Act: Yell people’s names like you’re at the Oscars. Blind everyone with flash photos. Duck behind plants dramatically.
Sayings:

 

“Smile! Or don’t. It’s better if you don’t.”
“You can’t hide from the lens, sweetheart.”
“This flash is just as bright as your shady secrets.”

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🗞️ Tabloid Writer – The Drama Dealer

Vibe: Sensationalist. Lives for exaggeration and caffeine.
Costume (from your closet): Colorful shirt, scarf, statement glasses. Bonus: messy papers sticking out of every pocket.
Easy to buy: Fake press badge, notepad labeled “Rumors Confirmed!”
Props: Stack of fake magazines or a coffee-stained manuscript.
Quirks & How to Act: Whisper “anonymous source” every 10 minutes. Eavesdrop shamelessly. Scribble constantly, even when no one’s talking.
Sayings:

 

“Sources close to the victim say…”
“I can neither confirm nor deny, but I’m definitely printing it.”
“Truth is optional. Drama is not.”

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🕶️ Undercover Journalist – The Lowkey Spy

Vibe: The trench-coated mystery nobody invited but everyone suspects.
Costume (from your closet): Plain clothes, dark colors, hat, and sunglasses. Optional: scarf or fake mustache disguise.
Easy to buy: Magnifying glass, trench coat, fake press badge.
Props: Hidden recorder, notebook labeled “TOP SECRET.”
Quirks & How to Act: Pretend to casually blend in — fail spectacularly. Ask weirdly specific questions. Disappear right before big revelations.
Sayings:

 

“You didn’t hear it from me.”
“I’m just here… observing.”

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🏛️ Political Correspondent – The Debate Diva

Vibe: Serious about everything — even the punch bowl.
Costume (from your closet): Blazer, neutral tones, maybe glasses or a tie.
Hair: Neat, poised, slightly windswept from “press briefings.”
Easy to buy: Clip mic, miniature podium, fake press badge.
Props: Binder full of “classified documents.”
Quirks & How to Act: Correct everyone’s statements. Quote fake polls mid-argument. Treat gossip like a Senate hearing.
Sayings:

 

“According to my sources in the West Hallway…”
“This administration won’t recover from that outfit.”

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🎧 Investigative Podcaster – The Cool Conspiracy Theorist

Vibe: Calm voice, unhinged brain.
Costume (from your closet): Hoodie, jeans, beanie or headphones. Optional: thousand-yard stare and black coffee.
Easy to buy: USB mic, laptop, podcast logo sticker.
Props: Recorder, fake episode notes, or doodled “evidence wall.”
Quirks & How to Act: Whisper dramatic narration in real time. Pause for “editing breaks.” Record every conversation suspiciously.
Sayings:

 

“This isn’t just a murder — it’s a message.”
“You’ll hear the full story… on next week’s episode.”
“Hold that thought — I need to add creepy background music.”

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📻 Radio Show Host – The Sass Broadcaster

Vibe: Sarcasm meets smooth talker.
Costume (from your closet): Retro vibe — collared shirt, rolled sleeves, or 70s aesthetic. Add sunglasses or headphones as a prop.
Easy to buy: Toy microphone or headset.
Props: Coffee cup, cue cards, fake mic setup.
Quirks & How to Act: Overuse sound effects (“applause noise!”). Narrate everything like it’s a segment. Have dramatic opinions on trivial things.
Sayings:

 

“You’re listening to The Late Night Lowdown, and I’ve got tea hotter than your cocoa.”
“Stay tuned — the truth’s about to drop like ratings after a scandal.”

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Influencer – The Spotlight Addict

Vibe: Confident, camera-ready, and possibly filming their own reaction to the murder. Every moment is content.

Costume (from your closet):
Trendy outfit that screams “effortless but definitely took two hours.” Think crop top or blazer over athleisure, sunglasses indoors, and sneakers that have never touched dirt.

Easy to buy: Phone tripod, rhinestone sunglasses, sparkly water bottle, or faux designer accessories.

Props: Ring light (or your phone flashlight taped to a cup), selfie stick, lip gloss, fake sponsorship products, iced coffee, or a tiny “brand deal” clipboard.

Quirks & How to Act:

• Always pose before entering a room.

• Say “Wait, I need a thumbnail shot” whenever someone looks shocked.

• Call everything a collab or launch event.

• Whisper dramatic confessions directly to your phone camera.

• Apologize mid-party for a “misunderstanding in 2021.”

Sayings:

 

“Hey guys, what’s up, welcome back to my channel!”
“This isn’t sponsored — but it totally could be.”
“Hold on, let me go live, this lighting is insane.”
“Not the aesthetic I planned for tonight, but I’m leaning into the chaos.”

Voice:
Upbeat, overly enthusiastic, and a little out of touch. Switch between charming sincerity and PR-trained panic.

Bonus Acting Hack:
When accused of anything, respond like you’re filming an apology video: deep sigh, long eye contact, and an insincere tear.

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Social Media Manager – The Overworked Damage Controller

Vibe: Chronically online, constantly exhausted, and one bad tweet away from a breakdown. Works for the influencer or could be for new clients their start with social media… but either case, this character low-key hates their job.

Costume (from your closet):Blazer over a graphic tee, jeans, and sneakers — business up top, burnout below. Add blue light glasses, messy bun, and a lanyard with an “Access All Areas” badge.

Easy to buy: Clipboard, coffee cup that says #Grind, Bluetooth headset, or a phone holster.

Props: Laptop, multiple phones, notebook labeled “Crisis Plan (Again),” portable charger, fake “content calendar.”

Quirks & How to Act:

• Type furiously at random intervals.

• Mutter things like, “We’re trending… but for the wrong reasons.”

• Carry an iced coffee like it’s an emotional support animal.

• Constantly apologize on behalf of the influencer.

• Pretend to be professional while tweeting memes under the brand account.

Sayings:

 

“Please don’t post that — we’re still in damage control mode.”
“I’ve already drafted the Notes App apology.”
“No, you can’t hashtag murder mystery AND thirst trap.”
“We’re pivoting to authenticity this week.”

"I promise you'll keep your million followers if you just engage with them. Engage, engage, engage!"

Voice:
Stressed but sarcastic. Sounds like a caffeine addict who’s been awake since the last crisis went viral. Speaks entirely in PR-approved buzzwords.

Bonus Acting Hack:
Every time someone says something scandalous, pull out your phone, sigh, and whisper, “I’ll handle the backlash.”

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OTHER TIPS FOR THIS CHARACTER CLASS

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🧥 WHAT YOU MIGHT ALREADY OWN

Trench coat or peacoat
Glasses (bonus for fake “reader” style)
A crossbody bag or shoulder satchel
Button-up shirt, blazer, or neutral blazer dress
Skinny jeans or slacks
Scarf or statement tie
Headphones (for podcasters)
Cheap microphone or mini recorder toy
Press badge (easy to DIY!)

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💄 HAIR & MAKEUP

Studio Anchors: Perfectly styled hair (think hairspray helmet). Subtle makeup with TV glow (powder + bold lips). Earpiece optional, but powerful.
Field Reporters: Slightly windblown or rumpled. Neutral makeup + bold lipstick for “camera ready.”
Bloggers/Podcasters: Trendy hair, possibly dyed. Natural or quirky makeup. Ring light glow mandatory.
Tabloid or Paparazzi: No-frills, “I was chasing a lead” look. Messy bun or baseball cap. Camera is your main accessory.

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🎬 ACCESSORIES & PROPS

Mic (fake or karaoke)
Camera or phone with fake lens
Notepad & pen (write nonsense like it’s juicy intel)
Press badge or lanyard (“EXCLUSIVE” or “PRESS PASS”)
Recorder toy (or phone app with red “REC” screen)
Flashlight (for dramatic interviews in the dark)

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🧠 PRO TIPS FOR ALL MEDIA CHARACTERS

Carry a fake press badge — it instantly sells the look.

Keep a notebook or mic as your “anchor” prop (pun intended).

Talk like everything’s part of a bigger story.

When in doubt, announce breaking news:

 

“This just in — the bar ran out of ice!”