Building Scenes with Shots Establishing Shot – establishes the action to be shown in the scene Cut In – shows a closer view of only part of the action Cut Away –not the main action but usually related
Methods for Recording Action Master Shot – captures the main action of the scene Insert Shots – shots that cut in or away from the master shot
In or Out of Sequence? Shots do not have to be recorded in the order they will be shown. Shots can be arranged in the proper order with editing. A script, storyboard, or shot sheet will help you keep organized when shooting out of sequence.
Avoid Breaks in Continuity Continuity from shot to shot must be maintained. A jump cut is an abrupt break in continuity that makes the subject appear to jump.