ORGANIZING AND DESIGN PRINCIPLES FOR VIDEO MyGraphicsLab Adobe Premiere Pro CS6 ACA Certification Preparation for Video Communication Copyright © 2013 MyGraphicsLab / Pearson Education

OBJECTIVES Copyright © 2013 MyGraphicsLab / Pearson Education This presentation covers the following ACA Exam objectives: 2.1 Demonstrate knowledge of how to organize and plan a video sequence. 2.2 Identify general principles for video shooting.

PREPRODUCTION: ORGANIZING AND PLANNING A VIDEO SEQUENCE Copyright © 2013 MyGraphicsLab / Pearson Education To be fully prepared before shooting begins, your preproduction planning will include the following:  A storyboard: a visual “map” that all crew, actors, directors, and camera operators can refer to.  A script: the plot of the film including dialogue and stage directions for actors and crew. The BBC Writers Room website has a wide range of useful screenwriting information: g/tips.shtml

PREPRODUCTION: STORYBOARD Copyright © 2013 MyGraphicsLab / Pearson Education A storyboard will include drawings, instructions, and dialogue to be used as a visual reference when planning shots. Your storyboard can describe the type of shot required in a scene, for example a close-up, a pan, or a dolly shot. It can also include instructions to the filming crew about which equipment to use. It will give the director, and your actors, visual information on how to act out the scene.

PREPRODUCTION: SCRIPT Copyright © 2013 MyGraphicsLab / Pearson Education A script is essential to any film shoot. It contains all the dialogue for the actors, as well as directions relating to the plot for the director to follow. Every member of the cast and crew must have the same version, which can be updated as filming progresses. Your script must include these elements:  Plot  Dialogue  Directions for actors  Notes to director

PREPRODUCTION: DIFFERENT TYPES OF SCRIPTS (1 OF 2) Copyright © 2013 MyGraphicsLab / Pearson Education There are many forms of video filmmaking. These range from feature-length films for cinema or television to one-minute shorts for websites or online use. Long-form video typically contains a plot and actors and will be anywhere from 60 to 90 minutes long. Scripts for TV programs can range from hour-length documentaries to 20-minute comedy. Short-form video is typically anywhere from one to ten minutes long and is a favorite for film competitions.

PREPRODUCTION: DIFFERENT TYPES OF SCRIPTS (2 OF 2) Copyright © 2013 MyGraphicsLab / Pearson Education Regardless of the length or budget of your film, your main source of reference for all your actors, your crew, and your director is the script. Even a short, one-minute film needs to be planned with precision for maximum impact. When creating your script, it is commonplace to work with other individuals. Many TV shows and films have a scriptwriting team, which results in a well-rounded story.

PREPRODUCTION: ORGANIZING PRINCIPLES FOR A SEQUENCE OF CLIPS Copyright © 2013 MyGraphicsLab / Pearson Education A story arc follows an established format, regardless of length of film. This is typically as follows:  Introduction  Middle  Climax  Resolution Your script will identify which scenes are given over to each of these sections.

PREPRODUCTION: ORGANIZING PRINCIPLES FOR A SEQUENCE OF CLIPS Copyright © 2013 MyGraphicsLab / Pearson Education Introduction: Your setting and your characters are introduced at the beginning, including backstory (if required). Middle: The story and the characters develop here, often with parallel plots and side stories. Climax: One or some of your characters will experience pressure, danger, or transformation, leading to the resolution. Resolution: The arc of the story is completed. Plot threads and parallel story lines are resolved.

PRODUCTION: FILMMAKING TERMINOLOGY Copyright © 2013 MyGraphicsLab / Pearson Education Ingest: This is the process of capturing, transferring, or importing your media into your chosen editing program. Dailies: These are also known as rushes, the footage seen at the end of the day by the director and other crew. Rough cut (sometimes known as first cut): This is an early version of the film, with the shots in sequential order but without any special effects. Picture lock: This is when all the shots have been approved, the timeline is locked, with no further edits allowed.

POSTPRODUCTION: FILMMAKING TERMINOLOGY Copyright © 2013 MyGraphicsLab / Pearson Education Send to post house: The production is complete, and the film is now in the postproduction stage. A post house is a person or company who will perform color correction, color grading, sound mixing, audio sweetening, titles, and graphics. Director’s cut: This is a version of the film that is closest to the director’s original vision. Final cut: This is the final, edited version of a movie, ready for distribution.

POSTPRODUCTION: COMPLETED VIDEO SEQUENCE Copyright © 2013 MyGraphicsLab / Pearson Education Your completed video sequence will include the following:  Titles (with graphics): Traditionally, your film will open with a title sequence that often includes graphics and music.  Clips: These are your edited shots, which form the story of your film.  Credits: Each and every person who has worked on the film, including producers, crew, locations, and music, will be mentioned in this section.  Fading audio: The perceived quality of the final sequence is greatly improved by adding smooth transitions between audio sequences.