Narration Rough Draft Assignment
Intro
Three to four sentences describing topic.
Body
Narrate 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.
Closing
What did you conclude from your documentary? What should the audience know that ties all the information together? What is next for your subject?
Your closing narration should be at least three to four sentences.
Thursday, January 05, 2006
Sunday, January 01, 2006
Video 1 and Video 2 Documentary Assignment Cont.
Hopefully you all had a wonderful break. Welcome back to reality!
:)
This week you will need to shoot your raw footage for your documentary. Also, you will need to come up with at least 20 questions to ask your subjects. These should be 'how' and 'why' questions that require more than a yes, no, or one word answer.
Remember, a good documentary shows both sides of an issue and therefore you should show both sides as well. In other words, make sure you have plenty of interviews that cover all angles of your subject.
Also this week you will begin writing the narration for your video. The narration should be written 'Broadcast Style' (i.e. the sentences should be short and too the point. You aren't trying to write a novel, but instead you are just trying to move the story along).
Raw footage is due next Monday
Video 1 students: Did you remember to do your reading? We will have a test next week on the material listed in the previous post. I want you to read it BEFORE we have a discussion in class. I would advise you to take detailed notes.
Welcome back. I hope some of you had a chance to hit the slopes as much as I did...
:)
This week you will need to shoot your raw footage for your documentary. Also, you will need to come up with at least 20 questions to ask your subjects. These should be 'how' and 'why' questions that require more than a yes, no, or one word answer.
Remember, a good documentary shows both sides of an issue and therefore you should show both sides as well. In other words, make sure you have plenty of interviews that cover all angles of your subject.
Also this week you will begin writing the narration for your video. The narration should be written 'Broadcast Style' (i.e. the sentences should be short and too the point. You aren't trying to write a novel, but instead you are just trying to move the story along).
Raw footage is due next Monday
Video 1 students: Did you remember to do your reading? We will have a test next week on the material listed in the previous post. I want you to read it BEFORE we have a discussion in class. I would advise you to take detailed notes.
Welcome back. I hope some of you had a chance to hit the slopes as much as I did...
Thursday, December 15, 2005
Winter Break Reading and Test Info
The test next January will cover Cybercollge 54.55,63, and 64 plus anything we cover in class.
http://www.cybercollege.com/tvp054.htm
http://www.cybercollege.com/tvp055.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp063.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp064.htm
You will need to read these chapters over break. Yes, that means you have homework over the break.
http://www.cybercollege.com/tvp054.htm
http://www.cybercollege.com/tvp055.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp063.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp064.htm
You will need to read these chapters over break. Yes, that means you have homework over the break.
Documentary Assignment for Video 1 and 2
Documentary
Requirements:
3-6 min long
Interviews with good audio
Narration (voice over)
B-Roll video (video shown while we hear interview or narration)
No jump cuts or continuity errors
Documentary will need a full page of interview questions , project goals, and scripted narration.
All projects must use the 30 Degree Rule, rule of thirds, proper headroom, leading the subject, framing, proper white balance, steady camera work, and show strong creativity. Also, please shoot and use many close-up shots, insert shots, and reaction shots as you can.
Due Dates
January 2nd: List of 20 questions and project goals.
January 5th: Scripted Narration
January 9th: Raw Footage
January 23rd: Final Video Project
Mr. Mitchell’s 4 Hints to create better documentaries
1. Keep the camera rolling
2. Research your topic…become an expert
3. Come prepared at interviews with a list of questions
4. Avoid bias in your story. Tell the facts and avoid taking sides.
Requirements:
3-6 min long
Interviews with good audio
Narration (voice over)
B-Roll video (video shown while we hear interview or narration)
No jump cuts or continuity errors
Documentary will need a full page of interview questions , project goals, and scripted narration.
All projects must use the 30 Degree Rule, rule of thirds, proper headroom, leading the subject, framing, proper white balance, steady camera work, and show strong creativity. Also, please shoot and use many close-up shots, insert shots, and reaction shots as you can.
Due Dates
January 2nd: List of 20 questions and project goals.
January 5th: Scripted Narration
January 9th: Raw Footage
January 23rd: Final Video Project
Mr. Mitchell’s 4 Hints to create better documentaries
1. Keep the camera rolling
2. Research your topic…become an expert
3. Come prepared at interviews with a list of questions
4. Avoid bias in your story. Tell the facts and avoid taking sides.
Monday, December 05, 2005
Capturing Video in Final Cut Pro or Express
1. Before you Capture you need to quit Final Cut
2. Put camera into VCR mode and plug in firewire
3. Open Final Cut
4 File>Log and Capture
5. Cue up Video to five seconds BEFORE the section you actually need and press play on the camera
6. PressCapture Now (note: you can name or describe your clip in this section)
7.Press Escape when you are done with each clip and repeat as needed
Clips wil show up in the project Bin
2. Put camera into VCR mode and plug in firewire
3. Open Final Cut
4 File>Log and Capture
5. Cue up Video to five seconds BEFORE the section you actually need and press play on the camera
6. PressCapture Now (note: you can name or describe your clip in this section)
7.Press Escape when you are done with each clip and repeat as needed
Clips wil show up in the project Bin
Thursday, December 01, 2005
Commercial Treatments
Please answer the following questions in COMPLETE sentences and email them to me at trent.mitchell@shorelineschools.org
Next, email the advisor of this group to get permission to make this commerical.
1. What group, sport, or activity would you like to make a commercial for?
2. What is your idea or concept for this commerical? Be specific and detailed (2-3 sentences)
3. What will be your tag line or slogan? Why do you think your tag line wil be effective?
4. How will you assure that your commercial is 'high-energy' and engaging? What specific shots and what type of editing technique will you use?
5. When will you shoot your commercial? Keep in mind raw-footage is due next Thursday.
6. What music will you have in the background?
6. Do you need to check out a camera?
Please see the commerical requirements below for more details and be sure to browse the other links for slogan ideas.
Next, email the advisor of this group to get permission to make this commerical.
1. What group, sport, or activity would you like to make a commercial for?
2. What is your idea or concept for this commerical? Be specific and detailed (2-3 sentences)
3. What will be your tag line or slogan? Why do you think your tag line wil be effective?
4. How will you assure that your commercial is 'high-energy' and engaging? What specific shots and what type of editing technique will you use?
5. When will you shoot your commercial? Keep in mind raw-footage is due next Thursday.
6. What music will you have in the background?
6. Do you need to check out a camera?
Please see the commerical requirements below for more details and be sure to browse the other links for slogan ideas.
Wednesday, November 30, 2005
Tuesday, November 29, 2005
School Related Commercial Assignment
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:
You must use Final Cut Express.
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.
We will work on treatments/emails to advisors/storyboards this Thursday Dec 1st.
Raw Footage is due the beginining of class Thursday the 8th.
Commercial is due at the end of the period on Ddecember 15th.
This is a very quick assignment so please do not fall behind. You CAN start working on this now.
The next project after this is a documentary. Winter break is a GREAT time to start shooting.Commercial Assignment
Commercial Assignment Requirements:
You must use Final Cut Express.
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.
We will work on treatments/emails to advisors/storyboards this Thursday Dec 1st.
Raw Footage is due the beginining of class Thursday the 8th.
Commercial is due at the end of the period on Ddecember 15th.
This is a very quick assignment so please do not fall behind. You CAN start working on this now.
The next project after this is a documentary. Winter break is a GREAT time to start shooting.Commercial Assignment
Tuesday, November 22, 2005
Peer Editing For Music Videos
Peer Editing Questions for Music Video:
1. How is the pacing? Slow? Fast? What could improve?
2. Are the shots steady or do some shots need work? Be specific.
3. How many jump cuts (if any) does the video have? All jump cuts will need to be re-edited or even re-shot.
4. Is the video edited on subject or camera movement?
5. Do the edits go to the beat of the song?
6. Is the story or concept easy to follow?
7. Overall what would you suggest to make this video better? Please list three detailed items.
1. How is the pacing? Slow? Fast? What could improve?
2. Are the shots steady or do some shots need work? Be specific.
3. How many jump cuts (if any) does the video have? All jump cuts will need to be re-edited or even re-shot.
4. Is the video edited on subject or camera movement?
5. Do the edits go to the beat of the song?
6. Is the story or concept easy to follow?
7. Overall what would you suggest to make this video better? Please list three detailed items.
Monday, October 24, 2005
Music Video Assignment
Music Video Project
Video Production
Mr. Mitchell
Raw Footage Due Nov. 10
Final Project Due Dec 1
Requirements:
Students will shoot a music video that is no longer than five minutes.
Music videos must have a theme or story (not 100% lip-syncing).
Students may work with up to three 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 follwing questions:
1. What is your story or concept in great detail? Don't forget costumes, editing and shooting style etc.
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?
Videos must have one at least one eight-shot sequence.
Storyboards of the sequence will be 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.
Most shots in music videos are only 1-4 seconds long, please keep this in mind when planning your shots. Plan your shots ahead of time. A three-minute video should have at least 60 shots unless your concept requires something different.
Remember your target audience: the class and myself.
Video Production
Mr. Mitchell
Raw Footage Due Nov. 10
Final Project Due Dec 1
Requirements:
Students will shoot a music video that is no longer than five minutes.
Music videos must have a theme or story (not 100% lip-syncing).
Students may work with up to three 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 follwing questions:
1. What is your story or concept in great detail? Don't forget costumes, editing and shooting style etc.
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?
Videos must have one at least one eight-shot sequence.
Storyboards of the sequence will be 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.
Most shots in music videos are only 1-4 seconds long, please keep this in mind when planning your shots. Plan your shots ahead of time. A three-minute video should have at least 60 shots unless your concept requires something different.
Remember your target audience: the class and myself.
Friday, October 14, 2005
Exporting From IMOVIE to Quicktime
Exporting from IMOVIE to QUICKTIME
1. File>Share
2. Select Quicktime
3. Select Full Quality
4. Click Share
5. Double check title of movie and make sure to remember where you are saving it
1. File>Share
2. Select Quicktime
3. Select Full Quality
4. Click Share
5. Double check title of movie and make sure to remember where you are saving it
Exporting From IMOVIE to Tape
Exporting from IMOVIE to Tape
(Your camera needs to be on and in VCR mode)
1. File>Share
2. Select Video Camera
3. Select 5 seconds of black before and after video
4. Click Share
(Your camera needs to be on and in VCR mode)
1. File>Share
2. Select Video Camera
3. Select 5 seconds of black before and after video
4. Click Share
Wednesday, September 28, 2005
Final Cut Exercise for Video 2
Get in groups of three.
Shoot two seperate ten shot sequences. One sequence will be action orinted and the other will be a sequence with two people talking.
Please make sure to use the 30 degree rule when shooting and to vary your shots (LS,MS,CU,POV,OTS,DOLLY, Heads in/Tails Outs, and trucking etc).
Import your footage into Final Cut.
Edit your footage.
Add a title at the beginning of the video and credits at the end.
Begin and end the video with a fade transition.
In the dialogue section please add one split screen shot.
Add music underneath the action sequence.
Export your videos to quicktime.
Each person edits their own video.
You have until 8:45 to shoot.
Don't forget that raw footage is due for the re-create a scene next Wednesday.
Luna needs to meet with Britt at 9:00 in regards to SCNN.
Shoot two seperate ten shot sequences. One sequence will be action orinted and the other will be a sequence with two people talking.
Please make sure to use the 30 degree rule when shooting and to vary your shots (LS,MS,CU,POV,OTS,DOLLY, Heads in/Tails Outs, and trucking etc).
Import your footage into Final Cut.
Edit your footage.
Add a title at the beginning of the video and credits at the end.
Begin and end the video with a fade transition.
In the dialogue section please add one split screen shot.
Add music underneath the action sequence.
Export your videos to quicktime.
Each person edits their own video.
You have until 8:45 to shoot.
Don't forget that raw footage is due for the re-create a scene next Wednesday.
Luna needs to meet with Britt at 9:00 in regards to SCNN.
Wednesday, September 21, 2005
Video 1 First Video
Directions:
Make a 3-5 minute-movie that showcases the camera shots and skills you have learned in Video Production the first two weeks. Do not go over five minutes in length.
Requirements
Videos must be creative and original.
All shots must be white balanced.
Story must have a beginning, middle, end and contain dialogue.
All shots must be in focus.
All shots must be steady with proper headroom.
You must have at least one six shot sequence. I will explain this in class.
You must include the Rule of Thirds, Leading the Subject, and Framing where appropriate.
You can work with one other person on this project, but you each need to edit your own version of the video.
When you are done with your project you will upload your video to MiniDv tape and we will have an in-class screening day.
The following shots must be used at least once to receive an A grade :
CU, MCU, MS, LS, ELS, Steady Trucking, Steady Panning, POV, Steady Dolly, and Heads in Tails Out.
Extra Credit Shots:
Selective Focus
Rack Focus
Zoom In and Dolly Out
Treatments Due Sept 26th
Storyboards are due October 3rd
Raw Footage Due Beginning of the period October 6th (you can have time in class to shoot next week)
Final Project Due beginnning of class October 18th
Make a 3-5 minute-movie that showcases the camera shots and skills you have learned in Video Production the first two weeks. Do not go over five minutes in length.
Requirements
Videos must be creative and original.
All shots must be white balanced.
Story must have a beginning, middle, end and contain dialogue.
All shots must be in focus.
All shots must be steady with proper headroom.
You must have at least one six shot sequence. I will explain this in class.
You must include the Rule of Thirds, Leading the Subject, and Framing where appropriate.
You can work with one other person on this project, but you each need to edit your own version of the video.
When you are done with your project you will upload your video to MiniDv tape and we will have an in-class screening day.
The following shots must be used at least once to receive an A grade :
CU, MCU, MS, LS, ELS, Steady Trucking, Steady Panning, POV, Steady Dolly, and Heads in Tails Out.
Extra Credit Shots:
Selective Focus
Rack Focus
Zoom In and Dolly Out
Treatments Due Sept 26th
Storyboards are due October 3rd
Raw Footage Due Beginning of the period October 6th (you can have time in class to shoot next week)
Final Project Due beginnning of class October 18th
Monday, September 12, 2005
Friday, September 09, 2005
Read and take Quiz
http://cybercollege.com/tvp001.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp001-2.htm
Information in these two chapers will be on your first test.
http://cybercollege.com/tvp001-2.htm
Information in these two chapers will be on your first test.
Video 1 Assigment 1
Camera Skills Assignment 1
Mr Mitchell
Video Production 1
Directions:
1. Make a slate or piece of paper with your name on it and record it at the beginning of your segment.
2. White balance.
3. Zoom in and focus for every shot before you record.
4. Record each shot for 10 seconds. The only thing that should be on your tape is the shot itself, followed by the next shot.
You will be graded on the following criteria:
All shots must be steady, in focus, and correct in composition to receive credit. When you are panning or trucking, remember to us two hands if that helps. Also, for each shot please consider the Rule of Thirds, Framing, Proper Headroom, and Leading the Subject where they apply.
Shots
1. MCU
2. MS
3. LS
4. XLS or establishing shot (no zoom)
5. Truck Right slowly with subject
6. Slow Pan Left to object
7. Slow Tilt up to object
8. POV (set up shot first)
9. Selective Focus with two objects
10. Slow Dolly in from LS to CU of subject
11. Heads in Tails Out
12. OTS
When you are finished with your shots it is your responsibility to get Mr. Mitchell to watch the tape and grade it. Please cue your tape accordingly.
Mr Mitchell
Video Production 1
Directions:
1. Make a slate or piece of paper with your name on it and record it at the beginning of your segment.
2. White balance.
3. Zoom in and focus for every shot before you record.
4. Record each shot for 10 seconds. The only thing that should be on your tape is the shot itself, followed by the next shot.
You will be graded on the following criteria:
All shots must be steady, in focus, and correct in composition to receive credit. When you are panning or trucking, remember to us two hands if that helps. Also, for each shot please consider the Rule of Thirds, Framing, Proper Headroom, and Leading the Subject where they apply.
Shots
1. MCU
2. MS
3. LS
4. XLS or establishing shot (no zoom)
5. Truck Right slowly with subject
6. Slow Pan Left to object
7. Slow Tilt up to object
8. POV (set up shot first)
9. Selective Focus with two objects
10. Slow Dolly in from LS to CU of subject
11. Heads in Tails Out
12. OTS
When you are finished with your shots it is your responsibility to get Mr. Mitchell to watch the tape and grade it. Please cue your tape accordingly.
Tuesday, June 14, 2005
Group Final
1. You will get into groups of 3-5 people.
2. You will decide on a short 2-3 min video to make. You should pick a genre and then come up with a storyline. Something fast paced usually works best.
3. You can do as much pre-production as you would like. This includes script writing, storyboarding, and making and using costumes etc. The video MUST have one 12-shot sequence.
4. You will shoot and edit your video next Monday/Tuesday during class. Basically you have 90 min to shoot and edit your WHOLE video. Dont' forget a title, credits, music, and sound effects.
5. We will watch the videos the last day of class.
Videos will be graded based on entertainment value, editing skill, use of music, and camera work etc. No jump cuts allowed of course!
2. You will decide on a short 2-3 min video to make. You should pick a genre and then come up with a storyline. Something fast paced usually works best.
3. You can do as much pre-production as you would like. This includes script writing, storyboarding, and making and using costumes etc. The video MUST have one 12-shot sequence.
4. You will shoot and edit your video next Monday/Tuesday during class. Basically you have 90 min to shoot and edit your WHOLE video. Dont' forget a title, credits, music, and sound effects.
5. We will watch the videos the last day of class.
Videos will be graded based on entertainment value, editing skill, use of music, and camera work etc. No jump cuts allowed of course!
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