Coco's Classroom - Match Action Assignment

Match Action

Assignment

Match Action Assignment
Purpose:This assignment will introduce students to editing and teach students how to create various shots and cut on the action.
Requirements:Students will work in a group to PLAN a sequence of shots for a simple action. A minimum of 5 different camera shots are required but students can use as many shots as needed. Absolutely NO camera motions can be used. Once shots are taken, each student will get a copy and need to edit the sequence together and match the action on the cut.

As a class, decide on simple everyday movements that can be videotaped.
- Example – Walking up to sit down at a table, dropping or picking up an item, walking through a door, going up/downstairs, getting something out of a locker.
Groups will be assigned.
No script/speaking will be used.
Each group will create a storyboard. *Must be signed off by instructor*
- 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 shots must follow proper video conventions.
Shots are completed in a group.
The length of the video should not exceed 1 minute.

Steps to Complete:

Create groups.
Choose a topic from the brainstorming session.
Complete Storyboard (as a group - only one storyboard).
Production: Videotape shots - use Videotape Log (as a group).
Edit sequence: This is an individual assignment. All students will turn in their own work.
Export video in QuickTime format.
Share with the instructor through Google Docs.

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