VIDEO & SOUND PRODUCTION / EXERCISES

╎Gwendalyn Firly Bong / 0374580

╎Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media

╎Exercises

I. Instructions

II. Lectures

III. Exercises

IV. Feedback

V. Reflection

I. INSTRUCTIONS

II. LECTURES

Week 1

Camera Shot Size

Composed of a series of frames that are shot uninterrupted from when the camera starts until it stops
Extreme long shot

Makes subjects feel distant/unfamiliar
Emphasizes location or isolation

Long shot or wide shot

Closer than ELS
The subject's whole body is in view, but doesn't fill it
Lots of space above and below the subject
Used to keep the subject in view amidst grand surroundings

Full shot

Used to feature multiple characters in a single shot

Medium wide shot

Frames the subject from the knees up

Cowboy shot

Frames the subject mid-thighs up

Medium shot

Frames the subject waist up and through the torso
Emphasizes more of the subject while keeping the surroundings visible
Half the body, a bit of space above the head

Medium close-up shot

Frames subject from the chest up
No hair, chest to forehead
Usually to show expression

Close-up

Fills frame with a part of the subject
Forehead to slightly above the chin

Extreme close-up

Fills most of the frame with the subject
Usually eyes, mouths

Week 2

Three-act Structure

A narrative model that divides stories into three parts: Act 1, Act 2, and Act 3

Act 1: Setup

Introduction of the characters, their story world, and some kind of inciting incident
A moment that kickstarts the story
Usually the first 20-30 minutes of a film

Act 2: Confrontation or Build

The main part of the story and creates obstacles and challenges for the protagonist
Usually the longest part of the film

Act 3: Resolution or Payoff

The end should bring some kind resolution

The midpoint is the turning point between the first and second halves of Act 2
The climax of a story is the highest point of tension and drama, where the protagonist faces their final challenge

Week 3

Storyboard

A visual representation of a film sequence and breaks down the action into individual panels
A series of ordered drawings, with camera direction, dialogue, or other pertinent details
It sketches out how a video will unfold, shot by shot

Storyboard Format and Layout

Traditional vs thumbnail

Traditional storyboards: basic pencil sketches that include detailed information like arrows for camera movement, characters, props, etc
Thumbnail storyboards: It doesn’t have any writing

Week 4

Stages of film production

Development

Usually overseen by a producer, as they are the person who is responsible for getting the initial pieces together

Pre-production

All the preparation necessary before filming begins
Budgeting, getting the team together, and pre-visualizing

Production

When the cameras roll and the footage is captured
Call sheet

A document sent out by an assistant director each day before a shoot
Tells each member of each department what their call time is and what they should be planning to do for the day

Post-production

All the work that is done after footage is captured to finish the film
Picture editing

Cutting together the footage to create a coherent film
First is the assembly, where the editor and director review the footage, select takes, and put them in order with little regard for pacing. The second is a rough cut, where rhythm becomes more of a priority. Finally, there’s the fine cut, where decisions are more intricate and the cut is approaching picture lock

Sound editing

The sound team in post-production consists of sound mixing & sound editing
Sound editing is essentially putting all the sound effects, dialogue, voice overs, and more in place
Sound mixing refers to getting all of the levels correct for exhibition

Distribution

The process of making a film available for audience viewing
Marketing and securing distribution

Production Crew

The production crew is a team of professionals who work together to create a film or video. Each member of the crew has a specific role and set of responsibilities, which are essential to the overall success of the production. Here are some of the key production crew members and their tasks:
Director:

The director is responsible for overseeing the entire production and ensuring that the creative vision for the project is realised. They work closely with the cast and crew to block out scenes, direct the actors' performances, and make creative decisions about the look and feel of the film.

Producer:

The producer is responsible for the logistical and financial aspects of the production. They secure funding, hire the crew, coordinate the schedule and locations, and ensure that the project is completed on time and within budget.

Cinematographer:

The cinematographer, also known as the director of photography (DP), is responsible for the visual aesthetic of the film. They work closely with the director to choose the right camera, lenses, and lighting to achieve the desired look and mood for each scene.

Production Designer:

The production designer is responsible for the overall visual design of the film, including the sets, costumes, and props. They work closely with the director and cinematographer to create a cohesive and immersive visual world for the story.

Sound Designer:

The sound designer is responsible for the audio aspects of the film, including recording and editing dialogue, sound effects, and music. They work closely with the director and editor to ensure that the sound and picture are seamlessly integrated.

Editor:

The editor is responsible for assembling the footage into a coherent and compelling story. They work closely with the director and sound designer to shape the pacing, tone, and structure of the film.

There are many other roles on a production crew, including grips, gaffers, makeup artists, and stunt coordinators, but these are some of the key positions and tasks involved in the filmmaking process.

Week 5

II. EXERCISES

Week 1 / In-class Exercise (Smint Ad)

Final Result

Figure 1.1: Final Video

Week 1 / Independent Learning Exercise (Doritos Ad)

Progress

Figure 1.2: Compiling the clips

Final Result

Figure 1.3: Final Video

Week 2 / Shooting practice, shoot & editing

Final Result

Week 2 / Editing Practice 1(Lalin)

Progress

To start, I downloaded the videos provided.

Figure 2.1: Downloading and checking the clips

I then started rearranging them and cropped the extra footage out.

Figure 2.2: Adding and rearranging the clips

After ensuring the footage is in the right order, I added the additional graphics, text, and effects.

Figure 2.3: Adding PNGs

Figure 2.4: Adding text

Figure 2.5: Adding crossfade effect

Final Result

Figure 2.6: Final Video

Asynchronous Class Materials

Lalin

Act 1: Lalin is a Thai net idol living in Japan, where she has carefully built an idealized online persona. She moved there to escape the painful memories of her childhood/teenage years, which were marked by bullying. Struggling with insecurity about her appearance, Lalin uses heavy beauty filters on her social media posts to present a better version of herself.

Act 2: Lalin is hired to translate a Thai novel into Japanese and gradually forms a close relationship with the author through their online conversations. One day, he decides to visit Japan and asks to meet her in person. Though she agrees initially, fear takes over when the moment arrives. Hiding in the bathroom, she can't bring herself to face him. In the end, she pushes him away

Act 3: The author leaves the café but asks Lalin to read his finished novel. As she reads, she realizes the story is about her and a boy she met at her 12th-grade Christmas party. Moved to tears, she finally understands his feelings and rushes to find him. But when she arrives at the station, the train has already left.

Inciting incident: Lalin's insecurity surrounding her face and acne

Midpoint scene: Lalin begins to form a real connection with the author, gradually opening up and getting closer to him. This marks a turning point in her character development as she starts to value a connection beyond her digital self

Climax scene: Lalin, overwhelmed by fear, rejects the author. She later discovers that the novel he wrote is about her and him, leading her to regret her actions and rush to find him

Theme:

Everything, everywhere, all at once

Week 3 / Shooting Exercise 2

Final Result

Figure 3: Final Video

Search This Blog

Gwendalyn Firly Bong (0374580)