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Film & Video
SETTING UP TO SHOOT VIDEO
SETTING UP TO SHOOT VIDEO
APERTURE
ISO
SHUTTER SPEED
1. Organization
Organization: Being organized is essential to working with digital media, files and audio and video projects; keeping track of scripts, actors, lines, lights, cameras, props, sets...the list is endless. You'll need to keep track of your digitla files in Google Drive! I find that the easiest way is to utilize a website to showcase your portfolio works. For this course you'll stay organized with a website. Start building today.
Video & Film Website
Video Terminology2. Film and Video
Film and Video are both mediums for telling stories or sharing information through moving images. Film traditionally refers to movies shot on film stock, often with a focus on storytelling and artistry, while video refers to digital or electronic recordings, commonly used for TV, online content, or instructional purposes.
Preproduction 11Production113. Mise en Scéne
Mise en scène is a French term meaning “placing on stage.” In film and video, it refers to everything you see in a shot—including setting, lighting, props, costumes, actor placement, and movement—that helps tell the story visually.
Mise En ScéneMise En Scéne Assignment4. Produce your Pitch
A short explanation of your idea that tells people what it is, why it’s interesting, and how you plan to make it.
Pitch Project5. Scripts
A written document that outlines everything that happens in a video, film, or play, including dialogue, actions, and directions for shots or camera movements.
Jobs in Film & Video
Want to Edit?
Cinestudy has downloadable Hi-Res clips for you to work with. Check out their projects and outlines and get started. Don't forget to use the credits they provide before you publish your version - It's the least you can do for such great footage.
Watch - The Cutting Edge - All About Editing
Assignments
1a. The House
A first Editing Project. Using the available footage, edit a short "Thriller". Demonstate a basic proficiency with Audio (fading in & Out) Titles (Fade on / Off) and Basic cuts. Export your video as an MP4 (H.264 CODEC).
(Properly named ex: SummerfieldTheHouse.mp4)
Basic Editing - The House1b. Josh is Late *FILM
For this project, you and a partner will storyboard,film, edit and export a short sequence (below). It is a simple story of a student who is late for class, and their adventures getting there. This project may not contain any dialogue, but sounds and music are permitted.
(Properly named ex: SummerfieldJoshIsLate.mp4)
Josh is Late2. Video Portrait Project
A stylistic way to show someone's personality is through capturing video portraits. Use proper medium to close-up shot camera framing, along with alternating left and right rule of thirds composition. In this project, you will learn about planning and utilizing a certain type of shot. You will be using the on-board camera of a mobile device.(Make sure to shoot with your device in the horizontal NOT vertical position!)
(Properly named ex: SummerfieldVideoPortrait.mp4)
Video Portrait Project3. Movie Trailer Remake
To recreate the style and pacing of a professional movie trailer using original footage. This project strengthens your ability to match editing rhythm, graphics, and audio to professional standards while encouraging creativity.
(Properly named ex: SummerfieldTrailerRemake.mp4)
TGJ4M – Comm Tech - Movie Trailer Remake4. Genre Bending
For this project, you and a partner will storyboard,film, edit and export a short sequence (below). It will be a simple event or action where the protagonist completes a simple task. This project may not contain any dialogue, but sounds and music are permitted.
(Properly named ex: SummerfieldGenreBlend.mp4)
Genre BendingContinuity- to Submit
Finished Script Storyboard (Scanned and Posted)
A Link to your Named Footage
Final Edit (Properly named ex: SummerfieldContinuity.mp4)
Shot - Reverse ShotPSA's
This video project will be done individually or in small groups of 2. Additional tech and actors will be assigned as needed.
Important questions:
Why make a PSA? What is the purpose of your PSA?
Style. What style of PSA will you use to effectively get your message across. How will your Style work with / against your purpose?
What is the Demographic or Target audience of your Production? How will the Demographic affect the style and purpose?
(Properly named ex: SummerfieldPSA1.mp4)
PSA Video ProjectBTV Bumper
Shoot and Edit a Short Bumper for the BTV Announcements. Keep your video short, straight and clear. Add a pre-Made Animation. Export your video as an MP4 (H.264 CODEC)
Properly named ex: SummerfieldBumper1.mp4)
Basic Bumper ProjectThe Exchange
To tell a short narrative story using clear visual language (shot types, sequencing, editing). This project introduces the full production cycle: Pre-Production → Production → Post-Production.
TGJ4M – Comm Tech - The Exchange80s, 90s, 2000s MUSIC VIDEO!
Working in a group of three or four, select a song from the 80s, 90s, 2000s and TELL A STORY (Narrative). The song itself doesn’t have to tell a story, but you’ll need to create one that fits the music.
The “MID TERM” Big Deal ProjectPage updated
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