Storytelling

Assignment

Period 8 - Spring 2025

Rubric & Itemized Grade Sheet

Per 1 - Fall 2023
Per 2 - Fall 2023

Purpose:This assignment will teach you how to create an effective video without the use of words. Tell me a story with images. Music and sound effects will be added post production to demonstrate how a song can create a better video. You will also use appropriate transitions and camera motions to enhance your video message.
Requirements:An effective story needs to be told using a minimum of 10 distinct different camera shots. Students can use as many shots as needed. Example – (1) Long shot, (2) Medium shot, (3) Close-up, (4) High Angle Medium shot, (5) Low angle Close-up, (6) Medium Close-up, (7) Low Angle Extreme Close-up, (8) High Angle Long shot, (9) Low Angle Medium Close-up, (10) High Angle Close-up.

- - Each group will select an emotion, an action and an object to be included in their story.
  - Groups will be assigned.
  - No script/speaking will be used.
  - Only TWO camera motions are to be used.
  - Only TWO transitions will be used.
  - Sound effects will be added post production.
  - Music will be added - Copyright free music only.
  - Each group will create a storyboard.
    - Sketch out a rough picture. Include subject motion.
    - Write a description of what is taking place in the shot.
    - Include the approximate length of the shot.
    - Include the abbreviated version of the type of shot (XCU, HA-CU)
  - The project must follow proper video conventions.
  - The length of the video should not exceed 1 minute.
  - Videos will include a title page with graphics.
  - Credits need to be added at the end.

Steps to Complete:

1. Assign roles of the group (Director, Coordinator, Chief Equipment Officer, Post Production Supervisor)
2. Choose a story idea.
3. Complete pre-production approval form.
4. Complete Storyboard. Make sure instructor approves story idea. (Get storyboard signed)
5. Production: Video shots - use Videotape Log
6. Select copyright free music (YouTube, Garage Band)
7. Edit story - Include Title Page and Closing Credits
8. Export video in QuickTime format
9. Share with instructor through Google Classroom

Sample videos

Karate

The Pass

Bottom of the Ninth

Only 10 shots

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