Thursday, December 18, 2014

Self Portrait Assignment

Self Portrait Assignment

The Art of Constructing a Self-Portrait
A self-portrait comes from within. Injecting 'those we love' into the portrait steers one away from the harder task to trying to reveal self without adornment.
If you eat, sleep, and live for speed then your self-portrait should reflect motion and movement as one of its cornerstones.
If you are a reflective type, then reflections and patterns and their intersections should occupy a primary space.
If overall you feel more flawed then whole, then you wouldn't want to go about photographing the most pristine parts of yourself; you would want, instead, to capture your essence in a manner that describes and defines you without complaining. I say that because the essence of self-discovery requires you to be a benign observer of self so as not to hone in too closely on this or that part.
A sense of 'wholeness' is difficult to capture at best. Indeed, wholeness is almost impossible for some people to even understand -- let alone capture in themselves -- because their persons and their lives are so fragmented, so disorganized in general.
But that is what self-portraiture is all about, capturing the whole -- the whole of who you are as a person.
Try to be unforgiving in a benign and neutral way. Study yourself in the mirror and paint what you see there. Then go inside yourself and paint what you see there.





 


You will shoot three different self-portraits over break. You need to pick three photo concepts from the following five categories.
1. A self-portrait where color is emphasized. Color may include wardrobe, location, props, or natural objects. Think of your picture as a one or two color concept picture.
2. A picture that emphasizes lighting and shadows. This will be a grayscale self-portrait.
3. A self-portrait that showcases your interests and hobbies. In this picture we learn what you like to do away from school. Think about what interests you and transfer that into a photo.
4. A fantasy self-portrait. Dress up and use costumes. In this self-portrait you can use Photoshop to enhance your picture in any way, shape, or form. Transfer yourself to Hawaii or become a Viking like you have always wanted.
5. The Supermodel self-portrait. Dress up like a GQ or Cosmopolitan magazine model. This can be a grayscale or color picture.  


Hints for self-portraits:
Use colors or lighting to create a concept.
Costumes or uniforms work great.
Change angles.
Use props.
Vary the lighting.
Try different emotional looks.
Pose in action.
Use your PORTRAIT HINTS notes.
Most importantly for this assignment don't forget your composition rules. Use framing, leading lines, rule of thirds, color contrast etc. to enhance your photo. Fill the frame.

Turning in Portraits

Please turn in a Portraits Adjusted Contacted Sheet with your 20 best portraits.
Also, turn in your favorite portrait called "Best Portrait."

Tuesday, December 16, 2014

Documentary Assignment

Video 2 Reading: Please take notes
http://cybercollege.com/tvp063.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp063-2.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp064.htm


Your documentary project will consist of five separate parts.
1. Treatment
2. Intro/Body/Closing Summary
3. List of interview questions for each type of subject (do not create "yes" or "no" questions
4. Recording B-Roll footage and interviews
5. Editing and Post Production

Documentary Treatment

Please answer the following questions in complete sentences. Email your responses to me.

1. What is your documentary subject?
2. Why did you choose this subject? Why would this be interesting for us to watch(two-three sentences)
3. What do you think your audience can learn from your documentary? Why will it be entertaning (one-two sentences)
4. What type of B-Roll will your video need (four to six examples)
5. How will you make sure you can cover all sides of this subject? Who will you interview and where will you interview them? (two-three sentences)
6. What kind of music will you use?

Intro/Body/Closing Summary

Intro
Write three to four sentences describing topic in great detail . Give crucial information and history as needed. Feel free to use documented statistics.
For example, if you are doing a piece on gas prices then find out how expensive gas has been over the last twenty years. Why the change? What are the factors etc? Do cars get more or less miles per gallon?

Next, list at least five specific examples of of B-Roll you will use. Provide dates, locations, and shot type of the footage.
Will you use any footage from sources other than your own camera? If so, what will they be?

Again, if you are doing Gas prices you might want to show people filling up at the gas station, a shot or two of gas price signs, people driving cars, and money exchanging hands etc.

Body
Narrate or use text to move from one interview to the next. If you do your interviews well, the interviews will tell the story and your narration will be minimal.
For today’s assignment, pretend you have three different examples and interviews for your topic.
What will you cover in this section? What will the audience learn? Please list the people who have interviewed or will interview and also list the B-Roll that will play underneath those interviews.

Closing
What did you conclude from your documentary (using both sides of course)? You aren't trying to prove a point here as this is more of a recap of what we saw in the body of your documentary.
What should the audience know that ties all the information together? What is next for your subject or subjects?
Your closing narration should be at least three to four sentences.

First, read this section on interview techniques here. 
Finally, create a list of 20 questions you will ask five different people in your documentary.

Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Video 1: Short Movie


  • Starting next week you will have Thanksgiving break and two class periods (at least) to shoot a short movie.
    Movies can be as short as three minutes or as long as five.

    You may work with a partner or four people can create a PART 1 and PART 2 of a specific story.
  • You can start shooting away from school as soon as a script is complete.
  • Raw Footage 1 is due at the end of the period on (unedited video) is due at the end of the period on Wednesday, December 3rd.
  • Raw Footage 2 is due Monday December, 8th.

Simply put, this should be the best fictional story you have created.

You will be required to edit at least once during Highlander Home or after school.
 
1. What genre will you shoot? Action? Suspense? Comedy? A combination?
2. Describe at least three characters in great detail. Examples: age, hair color, personality traits, occupation, and disposition. What motivates your characters?
a.
b.
c.
3. What students (or other actors) will play these characters?
4. Describe the plot of your movie from beginning to end. Use three to four sentences to describe each section. Please describe shot locations within each section.
 
a. Intro
b. Conflict: All stories have some form of conflict. What are the characters trying to do or achieve?
c. Conflict Resolution 
 
5. Will you work with anyone in class? Who?
6. Where does the story occur? What are the specific locations where you will shoot? Will you need to shoot after school or on weekends?
 
7. What sound effects will you use? You will need to add sound effects throughout your video. Try to list 10-15 sound effects if possible.
8. What music or musical score will you use?
 
Next step: Write the script
http://cybercollege.com/tvp006.htm
Example: http://cybercollege.com/dram_flm.htm

New Export Settings

Format=H.264
Preset=HD 1080P 29.97
Make sure you name your video next to Output name.

Wednesday, November 05, 2014

Music Video Assignment

Requirements:
Students will shoot a music video that is no longer than five minutes.
Music videos must have a concept, theme, or story (not 100% lip-syncing).
Students may work with two other people, but everyone must edit their own version of the video.



Students must turn in a one-page typed treatment. Most videos have an interesting concept such as a fake TV show, a backwards video, a dance video, a live performance video, or simply an interesting story. Your treatment should explain in detail your concept and how you plan to make this concept come to life.

Your treatment should answer the following questions in Text Edit or Notes:
1. What is your story or concept in great detail? Don't forget big ideas, editing and shooting style etc. Your answer should be 4-5 sentences.
2. Who are you working with on this project (inside or outside of class)?
3. When will you shoot?
4. Do you need class time to shoot?
5. What song are you using? How long is the song?
6. What props or costumes will you use?

Please drop Treatments into the Vidstore Server.


Videos must have one at least one eight-shot sequence.
Storyboards of the video are required.

Videos shots must use proper technique discussed in class: good headroom, proper white-balance, leading the subject, focus, and steadiness. Grading of these shots will be more difficult than the last project.

Raw footage is due at the end of the period on Wednesday, November 12th.

Monday, November 03, 2014

Music Video Activity

Today I want you to pick two of the music videos listed below and then watch each one.
I want you to answer a series of questions (in complete sentences) after you watch each video. Please use Text Edit or WORD for this assignment. Please drop your assignment into the Vidstore server Period 1 or 5.

The questions to answer for each video:

  1. What is the name and artist for the video?
  2. What is the concept of the video? Please use 1-2 sentences to explain the story and/or concept. (Dance video? Lip sync? Concert footage? Literal adaptation? etc).
  3. What are three or four things that you like about the video? Be very specific.
  4. What did you not like about the video?
  5. What do you think the budget was? Small, medium, large? Why?
  6. Is there anything in the video you would like to try in your own music video assignment?


  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqyc37aOqT0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTAAsCNK7RA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOg5VxrRTi0&ob=av2e
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lAD6Obi7Cag
  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otCpCn0l4Wo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qybUFnY7Y8w
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PbgKEjNBHqM&ob=av2e
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MS91knuzoOA&ob=av2e

Next, add a link to one video of your choice in Text Edit and answer the same questions listed above. Include all questions and answers and turn them in as one assignment.

Friday, October 31, 2014

Process Video Peer Editing


Peer Edit Process Video

1.  Did the editor avoid jump cuts and continuity errors? If not, where are the issues? Please list the locations using the time code.
2.  Do you think the pacing is too slow, just right, or too fast?  If you thought it was slow, what specifically needs cutting down?
3.  How is the camera composition?  Is it too shaky at times?  Is the frame filled? What shots should be edited or taken out?
4.  Are the After Effects titles interesting or basic?
5. Does the video fade in and fade out?
6. Is this process interesting and entertaining? If not, what are some suggestions you can make for the editor?
7. Is there sound effects and music throughout the video? If not, where is audio needed? If yes, are the sounds effective? Why or why not?

Export from Premiere

Exporting From Adobe Premiere Pro

These are the settings to export HD Quality Video

File>Export>Media

Format=H.264
Preset=HD 1080p 29.97
Name your file in the Output Name. Make sure you look where you are saving the file.
Check the Use Maximum Render Quality Box 

Click Export
Find your project in the area you saved it on the computer.
Next, drop your video in the Vidstore Server. Don't forget to use the Naming Convention: 2-mitchellt-Sequence.


Go
Connect to server
Vidstore.shorelineschools.org    
Name: scvideo
Password: Outback23
SC Video classes
Place in Period 1, 2, or 5

Friday, October 17, 2014

After Effects Text Tutorials

Click here for tutorials.

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

Process Video

My Video/Process Video                                

For this assignment you have two options:
1. You will show or explain to how to do, make, or create something. This should be a process you are familiar with or an activity you are interested in and passionate about.
2. You will make a more abstract or arty video that emulates the passion derived from participating in an activity.

You can add narration or you can edit the shots to music (or both). Feel free to use the Haircut video and Auto Videos as  templates for this assignment.

Challenge: how can you make the process or activity interesting for an audience?

Requirements:
Video should be 1-2 minutes in length.
20-25 shots total
All shots are focused, white balanced, and steady.
Camera angles are diverse and unique.
Video edits are made on movement and there is proper pacing.
B-Roll is both interesting and used effectively with audio.
Rule of thirds, proper headroom, and leading the subject used throughout video.
Audience can hear all music and any narration throughout video.
Narration is easy to hear.
Narration is effective and well written.
There are no TCP errors.
Video fades in and out.
Overall, the video is entertaining to watch.

Raw Footage is due at the end of the period next Wednesday. Friday and Wednesday are both shooting days. Y

You can leave campus next Friday or Wednesday to record footage if your parents send me an email telling me it is OK.

Please copy and past the text below and email the answers to me today.

Please list your subject:  ___________________________
Why are you choosing this subject?
Is this something you can shoot in class? If not, you need to shoot outside of class and turn it in next Monday.
Who will help you with your video? Or will you do it all yourself?

Please list (in order) 15 B-Roll shots for your project:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.

Thursday, October 09, 2014

Suspense Movie or Movie Trailer Treatment


You are going to create a short suspense movie or movie trailer.
You will have two class periods to shoot the project. You will most likely need to shoot on a weekend too.
Movies can be as short as three minutes or as long as eight.


1. What project will you shoot? Movie or trailer?
2. Describe at least three characters in great detail. Examples: age, hair color, personality traits, occupation, and disposition. What motivates your characters?
a.
b.
c.
3. What students (or other actors) will play these characters?
4. Describe the plot of your movie from beginning to end(even if you are creating a movie trailer). Use three to four sentences to describe each section. Please describe shot locations within each section.
 
a. Intro
b. Conflict: All stories have some form of conflict. What are the characters trying to do or achieve?
c. Conflict Resolution 
 
5. Will you work with anyone in class? Who?
6. Where does the story occur? What are the specific locations where you will shoot? Will you need to shoot after school or on weekends?
7. What sound effects will you use? You will need to add sound effects throughout your video. Try to list 10-15 sound effects if possible. How will these sound effects enhance your project?
8. What music or musical score will you use? Why are you choosing this type of music?
Next steps: 
  • Write the script or create a shot list. 
  • Storyboarding.

http://cybercollege.com/tvp006.htm
Example: http://cybercollege.com/dram_flm.htm

Friday, September 26, 2014

Editing Requirements For the Sequence Assignment




  • Fade in at the beginning and fade out and fade out at the end.
  • Title over black at the beginning.
  • Credits over black at the end.
  • Music/Sound Effects for EVERYTHING that needs sound.
  • Fade In/Out Audio
  • No Jump Cuts!
To obtain Sound Effects please do the following:

  • Go to the Vidstore Server
    • Click Desktop
    • Click Go at the top of the screen
    • Connect to server
    • Type in Vidstore
    • Name: scvideo
    • Password: Outback23
    • Sc Video classes
    • Public Folder 
    • Sound Effects Folder
     
  • Open the Public Folder
  • Search for the Sound Effects Folder
  • Option-click on the Sound Effects folder and drag it to your desktop
  • Search the Sound Effects folder to find sounds to use
  • Use File>Import to import each sound to Adobe Premiere

Thursday, September 25, 2014

Export from Premiere

Exporting From Adobe Premiere Pro

These are the settings to export HD Quality Video

File>Export>Media

Format=H.264
Preset=HD 1080p 29.97
Name your file in the Output Name. Make sure you look where you are saving the file.
Check the Use Maximum Render Quality Box 

Click Export
Find your project in the area you saved it on the computer.
Next, drop your video in the Vidstore Server. Don't forget to use the Naming Convention: 2-mitchellt-Sequence.


Go


Connect to server


Vidstore.shorelineschools.org    


Name: scvideo


Password: Outback23


Sc Video classes


Period 1, 2, or 5

Friday, September 19, 2014

Sequence Assignment

Group 10-shot Sequence: A sequence is a series of shots connected together as part of a whole scene.



Example 1:




Example 2:




Example 3:



Example 4:




10-12 different action oriented shots

· Insert Shot

· Reaction Shot (cutaway)

Shoot a master shot of the whole sequence beginning to end

· Shoot every shot three different times from three different angles

· Raw Footage will be graded

· Edited video should include fade in/out, title, music, sound effects, and credits over black

No jump cuts

No continuity errors

Do not cross the Axis Line

All shots in focus. 
To receive credit at all on this assignment you cannot have any errors. All groups must edit sequences individually.

Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Edited Camera Skills Assignment

Edited Camera Skills Assignment:
·   Fade In
·   Assignment Title
·   Show each shot for 4-5 seconds
·   Create Titles for each shot
·   Place on special effect on at least one clip (I will explain)
·   Add music (I will explain): get music from YouTube using Dirpy.com if needed
·   Fade out at the end

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Connect to Vidstore Server




  • Click on your desktop background.
  • Go
  • Connect To Server
  • Vidstore
  • name:scvideo
  • password:Outback23
  • SC Video Classes
  • Drop the file into the proper class folder

Friday, September 12, 2014

Importing Your Clips Into Adobe Premiere

Finish shooting your Camera Skills assignment.
Please make sure you have all of your Camera Skills shot correctly with proper composition and steadiness.

 Place your card in the slot behind the machine.
Import your clips to the computer using the Image Capture program. Save your clips to your desktop.
Open Adobe Premiere.
Create a New Project and name it Cameras Skills. Hit OK.
Then select the Digital SLR HD 1080p30 frames setting.
File>Import your files into Premiere.
Place one clip into the Premiere timeline.
When Premiere asks you if you want to Match Sequence Settings to Clip Settings say YES.

Watch the Tutorials below and then start placing your clips in the timeline.
Place the clips in the same order as on the Assignment Sheet.
You can trim clips by grabbing the front or back of a clip and dragging left or right.
You can divide a clip by hitting C and then clicking the area in the clip you want to divide.
Add titles for each clip. Command-T is the short cut to create titles (Apple-T).
Add a fade in at the beginning and a fade out at the end.

Setting Up and Workflow overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7yehgBr2PU
Editing in the Timeline: http://tv.adobe.com/watch/learn-premiere-pro-cs6/editing-clips-into-the-timeline/
Add Titles, Fades, and Music http://tv.adobe.com/watch/learn-premiere-pro-cs6/add-a-simple-title-some-fades-and-music/
Using Trim and Ripple Edit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXC2CUzifuU
Keyboard Shortcuts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjDqv6L9NPY&list=PL38648D595F475331
Tools: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfGaxkMyz-w&list=PL38648D595F475331 
Color Correcting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ARQRByM6PYI&list=PL38648D595F475331
Titles and Effects:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrzzDy9BeT8

Friday, September 05, 2014

Hints for Success in Video Production


1. Use your time at home with a camera wisely. Having your own camera is very helpful, but if you need to check out a camera from me make sure you plan your video shoot ahead of time.
2. Do not rely on your friends. Your friends are not receiving a grade and therefore are not as motivated as you are.
3. Do not wait until the last minute to shoot. Procrastination will hurt you in this class.
4. Shoot multiple takes of your shots from different angles so you have more to work with when you edit. It is highly recommend to shoot a wide "master shot" of the whole scene and then shoot close-ups after.
5. Make every shot count. Do not shoot random footage. 

6. Most importantly, attend class every day. A majority of the work in this class is done during class time. Students who are in class everyday usually receive a good grade.

Thursday, September 04, 2014

Video 2 Review, Video 1 Note Taking and Reading

Video 1 Reading and Note Taking

 Please take out a piece of paper to take notes on all bold faced words. Put the terms into your own words. We will have random note checks 3-5 times throughout the semester.
Please take the quiz at the bottom of each section. We will discuss all terms in class and you will be quizzed on the material shortly.



http://cybercollege.com/tvp001.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp001-2.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp017-2.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp022.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp023.htm
Rule of Thirds Video
Leading the Subject (pretend that these pictures are videos)

Thursday, June 12, 2014

Two Minute Video Assignment

Alright guys, you did an excellent job on the One-Minute movie assignment. Can you do the same for something longer?

Two-Minute Movie
Please get in groups of 3-4.
Brainstorm story ideas.
Pick an idea. Drama, comedy, romance, or thriller are all good genres.
Start writing your script. You have the entire period to create a script and shot list. I will also give you 15 minutes tomorrow to finish this writing assignment.

You can start shooting your assingment Friday afternoon. You will also have an hour on Tuesday to shoot as well.
You can do this on your own using friends or family members instead of classmates.
You can use your own camera as long as it shoots 1080P video.
You can check out a camera from me tomorrow.

The video is due 30 minutes into class next Friday. You may edit your video anytime between Monday and Friday.

Please email me right now if you have any questions.
Mr. Mitchell

Monday, May 19, 2014

Masters of Photography Photos Due

In one folder called Masters Adjusted:

  • Re-Created Photo
  • The Photo that inspired your re-creation
  • Homage picture
  • The picture or pictures that inspired your Homage picture.

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

VIdeo 1 Today

1. Review YouTube for Commercial ideas.
2. Write treatment. Make a "pitch." Email the advisor or coach all of the treatment questions. Ask permission to create this commercial. Please introduce yourself in the beginning of the email.
3. In Premiere start creating titles, add sound effects, and grab music.

Thursday, May 08, 2014

SCNN Commercial Assignment

SCNN COMMERCIAL ASSIGNMENT 

PROFESSIONAL EXAMPLE 1

PROFESSIONAL EXAMPLE 2

PROFESSIONAL EXAMPLE 3


You will make a thirty second professional style commercial for a school related group, sport, club, or after-school function etc. Your commercial should be shot and edited in a high-energy style that encourages the other students in the school to either participate in and/or support your chosen group. You will have time during class to shoot the video, or you can shoot before or after school. Each student must do their own commercial.


Commercial Assignment Requirements:
Fade In and Fade Out.
Commercial must be exactly thirty seconds
12 shot minimum-like music videos, most commercials use shots only two to five seconds in length.
Use music appropriate for the commercial and school group.
Use text in your commercial to emphasize in writing what you are trying to sell.
Create a nifty slogan or catch phrase. VERY IMPORTANT!
Use a variety of shots.
Shoot at least two complicated shots. For example, a ‘zoom in and pan’ or a ‘zoom out and truck’ etc.

Steps for assignment:
1. Answer Treatment questions below.
2. Email Treatment questions to the adviser asking permission to shoot a commercial for the club, sport, or event. Introduce yourself and ask if they would like to meet in person.


Commercial Treatment

You will write a detailed commercial treatment and send it to the coach or advisor of your club/activity/sport etc. You will ask for their permission to make a commercial and also for suggestions. You will also send me a copy (CC) of this email.

List of advisors:
http://learn.shorelineschools.org/shorecrest/sasb/index.php#list_of_clubs
School event Calendar 

Treatment questions you must answer in COMPLETE sentences.

  1. What group have you selected as your subject?
  2. Why did you select this group and why do you think you can make an interesting commercial for this group?
  3. What is your original concept? How are you going to SELL your subject?
  4. What will your tag line be? It needs to be something catchy and memorable.
  5. What kind of music will you use in the background?
  6. Please email the advisor or coach of your commercial subject. Schedule a time to shoot with this person. Include me on this email.

Thursday, April 10, 2014

Video 1: Short Movie Assignment

The short movie a fictional story that has a beginning, middle, and end.

The movies can be as short as 2:30 or as long as 6:00.
You may work with a partner or four people can create a PART 1 and PART 2 of a specific story (each segment must be 3:00 long).
  • One twelve-shot sequence
  • No Jump Cuts or Continuity Errors
  • Full Script
  • Two pages of full, professional-style storyboards
  • Include title sequence, music, fade in/out, and credits
  • Videos will be filled with sound effects and music as needed.
  • At least one "song" will be created in Garageband.


1. What genre will you shoot? Action? Suspense? Comedy? A combination?
 2. Describe at least three characters in great detail. Examples: age, hair color, personality traits, occupation, and disposition. What motivates your characters?

a.

b.

c.

3. What students (or other actors) will play these characters?
4. Describe the plot of your movie from beginning to end. Use three to four sentences to describe each section. Please describe shot locations within each section.
 
a. Intro
b. Conflict: All stories have some form of conflict. What are the characters trying to do or achieve?
c. Conflict Resolution 
 
5. Will you work with anyone in class? Who?
6. Where does the story occur? What are the specific locations where you will shoot? Will you need to shoot after school or on weekends?
7. What sound effects will you use? You will need to add sound effects throughout your video. Try to list 10-15 sound effects if possible.
8. What music or musical score will you use?

Next step: Write the script
http://cybercollege.com/tvp006.htm

Example: http://cybercollege.com/dram_flm.htm

Thursday, March 06, 2014

Video 1: Process Video

My Video/Process Video                                 

For this assignment you have two options:
1. You will show or explain to how to do, make, or create something. This should be a process you are familiar with or an activity you are interested in and passionate about.
2. You will make a more abstract or arty video that emulates the passion derived from participating in an activity.

You can add narration or you can edit the shots to music (or both). Feel free to use the Haircut video and Auto Videos as  templates for this assignment.

Challenge: how can you make the process or activity interesting for an audience?

Requirements:
Video should be 1-2 minutes in length.
20-25 shots total
All shots are focused, white balanced, and steady.
Camera angles are diverse and unique.
Video edits are made on movement and there is proper pacing.
B-Roll is both interesting and used effectively with audio.
Rule of thirds, proper headroom, and leading the subject used throughout video.
Audience can hear all music and any narration throughout video.
Narration is easy to hear.
Narration is effective and well written.
There are no TCP errors.
Video fades in and out.
Overall, the video is entertaining to watch.

Raw Footage at the end of the period next Thursday. Tuesday and Thursday are all-period shooting day for those who need it.

You can check out cameras for this assignment starting today.
You can leave campus next Tuesday or Thursday to record footage if your parents send me an email telling me it is OK.

Please copy and past the text below and email the answers to me today.


Please list your subject:  ___________________________
Why are you choosing this subject?
Is this something you can shoot in class? If not, you need to shoot outside of class and turn it in next Monday.
Who will help you with your video? Or will you do it all yourself?

Please list (in order) 15 B-Roll shots for your project:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.

Monday, February 10, 2014

Exporting From Adobe Premiere

Exporting From Adobe Premiere Pro

These are the settings to export HD Quality Video

File>Export>Media

Format=Quicktime
Preset=HD 1080i 29.97
Video Codec=H.264
Check the Use Maximum Render Quality Box 
Click Export
Your Project Saves within the Adobe Folder in your Documents section on the Computer
Next, drop your video in the Vidstore Server. Don't forget to use the Naming Convention: 2-mitchellt-Sequence.

Go

Connect to server

Vidstore.shorelineschools.org    

Name: scvideo

Password: Outback23

Sc Video classes

Period 4

Thursday, February 06, 2014

Edited Camera Skills Assignment

 
Edited Camera Skills Assignment:

·   Fade In
·   Assignment Title
·   Show each shot for 4-5 seconds
·   Create Titles for each shot
·   Add music
·   Place on special effect on at least one clip (I will explain)
·   Add music (I will explain): get music from YouTube using Dirpy.com if needed
·   Fade out at the end

I will grade project directly from your computer on Monday.

Monday, February 03, 2014

Placing Clips into Adobe Premiere

Finish shooting your Camera Skills assignment.
Please make sure you have all of your Camera Skills shot correctly with proper composition and steadiness.
 Place your card in the slot behind the machine.
Import your clips to the computer using the Image Capture program. Save your clips to your desktop.
Open Adobe Premiere.
Create a New Project using the DSLR HD 1080P setting.
File>Import your files into Premiere.
Place one clip into the Premiere timeline.
When Premiere asks you if you want to Match Sequence Settings to Clip Settings say YES.

Watch the Tutorials below and start placing your clips in the timeline.
Place the clips in the same order as on the Assignment Sheet.
Add titles for each clip.
Add a fade in at the beginning and a fade out at the end.

Setting Up and Workflow overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7yehgBr2PU
Editing in the Timeline: http://tv.adobe.com/watch/learn-premiere-pro-cs6/editing-clips-into-the-timeline/
Add Titles, Fades, and Music http://tv.adobe.com/watch/learn-premiere-pro-cs6/add-a-simple-title-some-fades-and-music/
Using Trim and Ripple Edit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXC2CUzifuU
Keyboard Shortcuts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjDqv6L9NPY&list=PL38648D595F475331
Tools: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfGaxkMyz-w&list=PL38648D595F475331 
Color Correcting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ARQRByM6PYI&list=PL38648D595F475331
Titles and Effects:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrzzDy9BeT8

Tuesday, January 28, 2014

Video Production Reading First Week

 Please take out a piece of paper to take notes on all bold faced words. Put the terms into your own words. We will have random note checks 3-5 times throughout the semester.
Please take the quiz at the bottom of each section. We will discuss all terms in class and you will be quizzed on the material shortly.



http://cybercollege.com/tvp001.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp001-2.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp017-2.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp022.htm
Rule of Thirds Video
Leading the Subject (pretend that these pictures are videos)

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Peer Editing the Short Movie

 
1.  Did the editor avoid jump cuts and continuity errors? If not, where are the issues?
2.  Do you think the pacing is too slow, just right, or too fast?  If you thought it was slow, what specifically needs cutting down?
3. Is there overlapping dialogue edited throughout the video?
4.  How is the camera composition?  Is it too shaky at times?  Is the frame filled? What shots should be edited or taken out?
5.  Are titles and credits in the video?
6. Does the video fade in and fade out?
7. Is this story interesting and entertaining?
8. Is there sound effects and music throughout the video? Is there score that fits the mood of the video? If not, where is audio needed?