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This unit in Film & Video focuses on how video content is planned, filmed, and edited. Students learn how stories are told through motion and sound while creating real segments that can be used in BTV. The emphasis is on clear communication, strong visuals, and professional workflow.
This unit in Film & Video focuses on how video content is planned, filmed, and edited. Students learn how stories are told through motion and sound while creating real segments that can be used in BTV. The emphasis is on clear communication, strong visuals, and professional workflow.
EXPECTATIONS
TGJ3M (Grade 11):
Clear beginning, middle, and end
Steady camera work
Understandable audio
Basic, clean editing
Follows production steps
TGJ4O (Grade 12):
Strong storytelling and pacing
Purposeful shot choices
High-quality audio and visuals
Polished editing and presentation
Professional workflow and organization
WHAT YOU ARE LEARNING
Pre-production planning (ideas, scripts, storyboards)
Shot types and camera framing
Camera movement and stability
Basic lighting for video
Audio recording fundamentals
Editing workflow (import, cut, transitions, export)
File management and organization
This unit becomes the heart of BTV content creation.
Everything students make here directly feeds the broadcast.
WHAT YOU ARE MAKING
BTV Video Segment
Each student will create:
Video Segment (30–90 seconds)
A short, broadcast-ready video:
- Interview
- Feature story
- School highlight
- PSA
- Short narrative
Pre-Production Package
- Simple script or outline
- Shot list or storyboard
Edited Final Video
- Clean cuts
- Titles if needed
- Proper export settings
Camera Use Review
SETTING UP TO SHOOT VIDEO
SETTING UP TO SHOOT VIDEO
APERTURE
ISO
SHUTTER SPEED
Film & Video
Step #1: 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 WebsiteFilm 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 11Production11Mise 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 AssignmentProduce 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 ProjectScripts
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
Assignments
The 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 ExchangeMovie 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 RemakeThe 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 HousePSA'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 ProjectContinuity- to Submit
Finished Script Storyboard (Scanned and Posted)
A Link to your Named Footage
Final Edit (Properly named ex: SummerfieldContinuity.mp4)
Shot - Reverse Shot80s, 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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