Media Production Project

Failure to complete assigned work during the scheduled time through lack of observable effort, and/or unsatisfactory completion of assigned work indicating technical irregularity,

misunderstood objectives/methods, and undisciplined effort. Please ask if you have any questions at any point. I’m here to help you. Let’s work and learn together! I really do want you to learn,

but I can’t make you learn ?

Media Production Project—Communication 2171
Please consider the following guidelines as you work with your group on your final project. If you have any questions, please ask. ? The length of your finished video depends on several factors,

including the nature of your subject, the number of people in your group, and so forth. However, your finished production should be a minimum of 5 minutes, and no more than 10 minutes in

length, including titles and credits. ? You may use profanity if it is relevant to your story line, but please do not use any language that is racist, sexist, or otherwise offensive. You may assume

an audience of adults, but please do not produce a film that is too adult in nature. Don’t go beyond an Adult Accompaniment (14) rating. http://www.novascotia.ca/snsmr/access/alcohol-

gaming/theatresamusements/rating-guidelines.asp ? Make notes on EVERY aspect of your preproduction, production, and postproduction stages. Keep in mind that you (and each group

member) must write a 3 page paper that thoroughly discusses your production. ? Review the various roles people play within the type of production you’re doing (e.g., drama, horror,

documentary, experimental film, etc.). Keep track of the role(s) you and/or others play. Use your text to gain a clear understanding of the different responsibilities in a production. ? Try to keep

a balance between your creative ideas and the technical demands of your project. Discuss each aspect and how they work together. For the creative component, discuss how you decided on

visualization and production aesthetics (to be discussed in class) for your video. ? Keep in mind artistic aspects like set dressing, costumes, makeup, locations, and so forth. You can create a

believable atmosphere or environment with some creative planning. ? Every project should use a script, no matter what type of project you’re producing. Be sure to discuss your scripting

process and the choices you made. You should not shoot any video or select any existing images without having a scripted plan. Storyboards are VERY helpful! Each group must submit their full

script with their completed video. ? Keep track of your plans to record video by using a shot list that details the shots and compositions you will use to bring your script to life. When you film

your material, try to keep the editing process in mind. Ensure you have at least two takes of each shot, and a variety of shots that allow you to cut to and from different angles, inserts, and so

forth. Shooting video without considering editing your footage can lead to problems such as gaps in your story (possibly because you didn’t shoot a key scene, or you discover too late that a

particular clip is of unusable quality) or suddenly discovering you have nothing to cut to for variety and flow. ? Know your camera! Beware of using equipment with which you haven’t had time to

practice. Also, plan any movement of the camera, the actors, and so forth depending on your project. Remember that sound recording requires separate planning from filming. If possible, try to

5 use a video camera with an external microphone jack. If you need to borrow a camera, tripod, microphone, or other gear, I may be able to help; however, each group must arrange their own

equipment. Be clear on how you will use lighting. Digital video cameras often work quite well in low light conditions, but too much darkness takes away from viewer interest. Too much light from

one source (e.g., a light directly on the person’s face) makes the image look flat. When possible, try to use a key light, fill light, and backlight. If you are using daylight as the main light source,

keep track of the changes taking place as the day goes by, especially if you are trying to show continuity. Professional lighting equipment is very expensive; effective lighting equipment is

cheap or free (work lamps, table lamps, flashlights, candles, strings of holiday lights, etc.). When editing your footage, save often! Remember to include opening titles and end credits. I have a

copy of older editing software for your use, but it is not as powerful as current releases. Nonetheless, it is far superior to editors available for free in most cases. If you have access to another

NLE program, great! I can assist you with the editing process if it’s new to you. Use music when appropriate; remember there are many sources of royalty-free or public domain music. Know what

type of licence your music requires, and abide by the rules. Ensure that you get signed releases from all people involved in your project, including yourself if you’re working with a group. Even

though your production is legally yours—you (and your group members) own the copyright as soon as you create any production—you may be denied the right to use someone’s image,

location, name, or other contribution if you don’t have a signed release form. I doubt you’ll have any legal problems, but I want you to go through the practice of securing releases. Plan, plan,

plan! Have backup locations in mind. Charge your batteries, buy your memory cards, pack up your cords and lights, have contact information for everyone involved. Know your job, as well as the

tasks of others. Have checklists for everything you need: 1) shot list with actions and locations based on script 2) schedule (call sheet) including names and contact info 3) list of equipment 4) list

of props and costumes; if you need it, list it, and then check it. Then check it all again before, during, and after your shoot. Cleanup the location and take care of your gear; feed yourself and

your crew. Disagreements within a group do happen. Do what you can to solve any differences of opinion. If a member is not contributing, the group may decide to kick the person out of the

group. If so, the person will receive a zero (0).

Some useful links: ? http://celtx.com/ ? Free scriptwriting software ? http://www.imsdb.com/ ? A database of movie and TV scripts ? http://www.indie-film-making.com/ ? Some advice about

making an indie film ? http://www.movieoutline.com/articles/finding-and-developing-ideas-for-yourscreenplay.html ? Basic advice on creating a story to base your script on ?

http://musopen.org/music ? Free music; no licence required ? https://archive.org/index.php ? Videos, music, etc. Free movie clips of various types. Some are public domain, so no licence is

needed; others may have some kind of limiting licence. Please contact me if you have ANY questions or concerns. I am happy to assist you in any way I can. Remember, whether you have made a

movie before or not, you should make sure you have FUN while learning.

5 3 Convention in the video, film and television industries which assigns names and guidelines to common types
im °tS. framing and picture composition. The list below briefly describes the most common shot types (click the
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Notes;
The exact terminology varies between production environments but the basic principles are the same.
Shots are usually described in relation to a particular subject In most of the examples below, the subject is the boy.
See below for more information and related tutorials.

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