FMP Problem Solving
- 1. Problem Solving Practical and Technical Problems Equipment One problemI have had with equipment was that my iPhone wouldn’tfit onto my tripod so I had to invest in a GoPro for this project along with a flexible tripod and stabiliser which meant I could take films without damaging the camera, film still shots/smooth motion shots, acquiring the highestresolution and getting camera settings for recordings for my film. Image of GoProTripod Image of GoProHero 9 (Black) Storage Considering my GoPro’s SD card storageis small in contrastto a computer SD card input slot, I needed to havea larger SD adapter to put the smaller SD card inside of so that I could download, transfer, and transportthe files off the SD card into my computers larger SD slot. The solution to this problem of getting storage for a GoPro was to invest in a larger SD adapter. Also, I needed to clear all the GoPro’s data from my computer’s storagesettings because it was full and needed to be deleted for my futurerecordings. Image of SamsungSDCard and SD Adaptor Power When recording for my futurefilm I will need to make suremy Go Pro is sufficiently charged, especially when travelling outside without a portable charger because it could lose valuable recording time within a set location and the flow of the recording situation that has already been set up, which could cause a disconnectif a return set another day were to happen because the weather may change or other factors which could cause more re-filming issues.
- 2. Image of GoProCharging Software I initially did not have Premier Pro installed on my home computer and thus especially with the COVID-19 lockdown situation I had to seek out the software for future productions so that I could producefromhome, speeding up and easing the difficult circumstances of the restrictions. Image of PremierProLogoand Interface Backing up (protect your data) My primary platformfor backing up my data has been and will continue to be primarily OneDriveto avoid the risk of losing data that could cost value time, which would not in the interest of completing my FMP tasks. My secondary way of backing up data is using my E-Mail as many files may vary in ways that could causeissues uploading, there for it can be helpful when trying to minimise the change of backing up a file that is corrupt, too large and/or not designed or allowed to be sent through a specific system. Theoretical Problems Working outside (temperature, light, weather) Due to the corona virus restrictions, filming is likely to haveto be outside, making constantweather checks necessary as poor weather may taint the filming process by causing damageto cameras and altering the perspectiveof film sets that were not supposed to be inclusive of a weather change. The solution would be to plan carefully before, checking trusted weather websites like The Met Office to get to grips with the weather in the week beforemy recordings so that I am prepared for the weather.
- 3. Actors, extras andmodels Due to the Corona Virus restrictions, employing actors might become a challenging task to put into place as it was banned to meet people outside your household. These restrictions may lift, resulting in freer access to actors. The solution to this if restrictions did not lift would be that I would use members of my family as actors instead of friends. Transport To avoid potential transportissues and coronavirus travelrestrictions, I decided travel would not be my best option at this time also knowing that I do not have a driving license causeaccess to freer transportation harder as well. Also, buses have been inconsistent recently in terms of them running or not due to the virus. My solution to this would be to do solely local filming as most reliable option as there are places to record in my town and garden. Finance The biggest investment needed was GoPro, which will be used in conjunction with other aspects of my film career in the future. The problem was that I could not afford it so I had funding frommy parents as they knew it would be a usefultool for me and the family. Refreshments Food and hydration are essential when shooting outdoors to keep healthy from illness. This also helps gain energy for the tactical/focussing side of the filming which can help get better quality shots since a clearer mind fromthe food and water may lead to better decisions as well as an all-round physicalhealth. Job Roles I will need one or two actors for my production. if corona restrictions lift in the future, I have two friends in mind who would be happy to help. I have told them roughly when I will need them to help.