Preliminary Task Evaluation
- 1. Preliminary task evaluation Ada and Darija
- 2. In this preliminary task, our objective as a video group was to come up with a linear and narrative based photo story. The main purpose of this task was to depict a simple story in order to demonstrate our understanding of image framing and moving image type of shots This introductory task led us into completing the video continuity image sequence in which we were supposed to demonstrate and provide evidence of the 3 main stages of production(pre production, production and post production). Using our prior knowledge of image framing, composition and type of shots, we had to come up with a straight forward story line which follows mainstream, cinema and compositional rules
- 3. The essence of this task was to produce a short video sequence using the following 3 media techniques: 1. 180 degree rule-a basic guideline regarding the relationship in space on- screen between 1 character and another character or object in a scene 2. Shot/reverse shot-a film technique where 1 character is shown looking at another character and then the other character is shown looking back at the 1st character 3. Match on action-a film and video editing technique where the editor cuts from 1 shot to another view that matches the 1st shot’s action
- 4. Before we started filming the video continuity sequence, as a team we carried out secondary research. This essential part of this research involved analyzing examples of video continuity sequences that prior students have completed. In order to further extend our knowledge, we viewed and analyzed examples of video continuity from existing media texts. We have realized that the 180 degree rule is used to indicate that there has been an emotional shift in a scene. Shot/reverse shot is used in continuity editing, creating a sense of continuous action for the audience, making it seem as if they’re watching it in real time
- 5. After completing the initial stage of the research, both my team and I have focused on the pre production stage. Initially we have outlined possible video sequence ideas and after a discussion with the teacher and the other group members we have decided to continue with the production of the mysterious package This idea fulfills the main task criteria in regards to visual, technical and creative requirements Firstly, we had to come up with a synopsis, script and rules, characters, a story line and action The follow up stage was to come up with a storyboard which we used in order to illustrate the story and show all of the changes of the scene. This storyboard was very useful as we could clearly see how the shots worked together and any potential problems that would not go unnoticed. During this stage, we decided that all 3 members should work together so that all of us are equal in a technical and creative way The next step was to plan the production. We had to make the cast, equipment, prop and costume list and do the location research
- 6. Production-this film took us only a few hours to shoot, which we filmed at a friend’s house. In general, everything went very well, however we did have a few camera problems. The camera didn’t want to turn on so instead, we used a phone to film it and it turned out to work very well in the end.
- 8. To do the post-production phase successfully, I have used the Vegas Pro video editing program. I have started with footage import and export, image scaling and color correction, specifically for importing raw footage and assembling the initial video continuity sequence. Once I have placed the scenes in a narrative structure, I have used the ‘mark in’ and ‘mark out’ tool in order to show only specific shots. After achieving the rough edit, I’ve used enhancement tools such as color correction, speed and specific special effects. Then I moved onto sound editing and noise reduction to improve the clarity of the dialogue, followed by some CGI caption and text design. Due to time, I have decided to use templates at the final stage of video editing. I have used free copyright music samples to boost the emotional impact and viewing pleasure.