VIDEO AND SOUND PRODUCTION ✿ EXERCISES ✿
VIDEO AND SOUND PRODUCTION ✿ EXERCISES ✿
28.08.23 - 14.07.23
week 1 - week 15
✿ TAN JIA JIA 0350577 ✿
Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media
✿ LECTURE RECAP ✿
Week 1
During the first week, our module lecturer, Mr. Martin, briefed us about the
module "Video and Sound Production." He introduced the assignments we will be
working on throughout the semester. Mr. Martin also instructed us to use the
iMac computers provided by the university to launch Premiere Pro for our
tasks.
Week 2
During week 2, Mr. Martin introduced us to the concept of shot sizes in
video production. Shot size refers to the amount of space or area within the
frame that is visible to the viewer. There are several standard shot sizes
that Mr. Martin covered in his lecture, which include:
Extreme Wide Shot: This shot captures an extremely large area,
providing context or setting for a scene. It often includes landscapes or
cityscapes.
Wide Shot: In this shot, a significant portion of the scene is
visible, but it's not as expansive as an extreme wide shot. It helps
establish the environment and the characters within it.
Medium Wide Shot: This shot is tighter than a wide shot but still
includes a good amount of the surroundings. It typically focuses on the
characters and their interactions.
Medium Shot: The medium shot frames the characters from the waist up
and is often used for dialogues or actions involving the characters.
Medium Close-Up Shot: This shot is closer to the characters,
typically framing them from the chest or shoulders up. It's useful for
conveying emotions and reactions.
Close-Up Shot: This shot captures the subject's face and shoulders,
emphasizing their expressions and emotions. It's often used for intense or
intimate moments.
Extreme Close-Up Shot: This is the tightest shot, focusing on a very
specific detail, like a person's eyes, lips, or a small object. It's used
for extreme emphasis and can convey strong emotions or details.
Understanding these shot sizes is crucial in video production as they allow
filmmakers to convey information, emotions, and context effectively within a
scene.
Figure 1.1 Week 2 Slide
Week 3
In week three, Mr. Martin prepared several videos to teach us about the
three-act structure in storytelling. These videos likely provided valuable
insights into how stories are structured and developed in various forms of
media.
Figure 1.2 The Three-Act Structure
Act 1 - Setup: This is where the story begins. In Act 1, the main
characters, setting, and central conflict are introduced. It sets the stage
and establishes the status quo. The end of Act 1 usually includes an inciting
incident, an event, or a decision that sets the main conflict into motion and
propels the story forward.
Act 2 - Confrontation: Act 2 is the longest part of the narrative. It
focuses on the development of the story's central conflict. Characters face
challenges, make choices, and experience character growth. Subplots often come
into play, adding depth to the story. Act 2 typically culminates in a major
turning point, where the main character faces a crisis or confrontation.
Act 3 - Resolution: Act 3 is the final section of the story. Here, the
central conflict reaches its climax, and all loose ends are tied up. The
story's questions are answered, and the characters' fates are revealed. It
often concludes with a denouement, a brief period of reflection where the
audience sees the aftermath of the story.
In week 4, Mr. Martin provided us with a briefing about Project 1, which
focuses on Audio Dubbing. This project likely involves the process of
replacing or enhancing the audio track of a video, which can be a crucial
aspect of post-production to ensure audio quality and synchronization with the
visuals.
Week 5
In week 5, Mr. Martin assigned us the task of shooting a video ourselves for
Project 2. This likely involved planning, recording, and producing a video,
giving students practical experience in video production.
Week 6
✿ EXERCISE 2 ✿
Exercise 2 involved editing a video that had been previously shot by a senior
student. Mr. Martin provided us with the raw footage and graphics necessary
for the project. This exercise likely aimed to teach us the practical aspects
of video editing, where we had to work with existing materials to create a
coherent and engaging final video.
This exercise posed a significant challenge but with Mr. Martin's guidance,
I successfully completed it. Mr. Martin provided us with the necessary raw
footage and graphics to work with. It demanded a deep understanding of video
editing techniques, especially when dealing with footage shot by a senior
student.
This week, we had a tutorial about color grading. Mr. Martin provided us 3 clips of video to try on color grading.
In this exercise, we were required to record our own voices and then perform audio editing and processing using Adobe Audition. This practice likely involved tasks such as cleaning up background noise, adjusting levels, applying effects, and enhancing the overall quality of the recorded audio. It's a valuable exercise for gaining hands-on experience in audio production and improving the clarity and professionalism of voice recordings.
In week 6, Mr. Martin introduced us to the concept of color grading. This is
a post-production process that involves adjusting the colors and tones in a
video to achieve a desired visual style, mood, or consistency throughout the
project. Color grading is an essential aspect of video production, and it
can significantly impact the final look and feel of a video.
In addition to the introduction to color grading, Mr. Martin also provided
us with a video to practice color grading. This hands-on experience likely
allowed students to apply the principles and techniques they had learned in
the class to a real video project, further enhancing their skills in this
important aspect of video production.
Week 7
In week 7, Mr. Martin introduced us to a new application called Adobe
Audition. Adobe Audition is a professional audio editing software widely
used in various fields, including audio production, music editing, and
post-production for film and video. Learning to use this software is
valuable for audio-related tasks in video and sound production.
Frequency range, in the context of audio and sound, refers to the span of
frequencies that can be detected or produced by a particular audio device or
system, such as a microphone, speaker, or audio recording equipment. It is
typically measured in Hertz (Hz).
Subsonic Frequencies (Below 20 Hz): These frequencies are typically
below the threshold of human hearing. They are often used in special effects
and deep bass sounds in music.
Bass Frequencies (20 Hz - 250 Hz): This range includes the deep,
low-end frequencies that give richness and body to music and sound. It's
essential for instruments like bass guitars and kick drums.
Low-Mid Frequencies (250 Hz - 1 kHz): This range adds warmth and
thickness to audio. It's crucial for defining the character of instruments
and vocals.
Mid Frequencies (1 kHz - 5 kHz): The midrange is where most of the
vocal frequencies reside. It's also critical for the clarity and definition
of many instruments.
High-Mid Frequencies (5 kHz - 10 kHz): This range contributes to the
presence and detail of audio. It's where consonant sounds in speech and the
attack of many instruments are found.
High Frequencies (10 kHz - 20 kHz): These frequencies provide
brightness and airiness to audio. They are responsible for the clarity and
sparkle of sounds, especially cymbals and sibilant vocal sounds.
Week 8
--- INDEPENDENT LEARNING WEEK ---
Week 9
This week, Mr. Martin introduced us to the fascinating world of Stop Motion
animation. He provided guidance on how to edit stop-motion projects using
software like Premiere Pro and After Effects. This instruction likely
covered techniques for sequencing individual frames or images to create
smooth and engaging stop motion animations, showcasing the creative
possibilities of this unique form of animation.
✿ INSTRUCTION ✿
Figure 2.1 MIB of Video & Sound Production
✿ EXERCISE 1 ✿
In the first exercise, we were taught how to use Premiere Pro (PR). During
this lesson, we learned the basics of working with PR, including adding
videos to the software and editing the footage provided by Mr. Martin. We
transformed the raw footage into a complete video through various editing
techniques.
Figure 3.1 Screenshot of the first video, Mint
Once we completed the first video assignment, we were given a new task:
creating a second video, an advertisement for Doritos. However, the key
difference between the first and second videos is that the second video's
content was intentionally provided in an improper or disorganized order.
This challenge likely aimed to test our ability to restructure and arrange
content effectively during the editing process.
Figure 3.2 Screenshot of the second video, Doritos
Creating the second video was a bit time-consuming for me. This was due to
the requirement of carefully watching all the provided video clips and then
arranging them in the correct sequence. It was necessary to ensure that the
content flowed logically and effectively, despite the initially disorganized
nature of the clips.
Final Outcome
Figure 3.3 First video, Mint (29/08/23)
Figure 3.4 Second video, Doritos (29/08/23)
✿ EXERCISE 2 ✿
Figure 3.5 Screenshot of the process
Final Outcome
Figure 3.6 Final Outcome
✿ EXERCISE 3 ✿
Figure 4.1 Low-angle wide shot
Figure 4.2 Medium Close Up
Figure 4.3 Medium Shot
Figure 4.4 Extremely Close Up
Figure 4.5 Side Angle Medium Shot
Figure 4.6 3/4 angling Medium Close Up Shot
Figure 4.7 Close-Up Shot
Figure 4.8 Eye-Level Medium Wide Shot
✿ EXERCISE 4 ✿
This week, we had a tutorial about color grading. Mr. Martin provided us 3 clips of video to try on color grading.
Figure 5.1 Final Outcome of Exercise 4
✿ EXERCISE 5 ✿
In this exercise, we were required to record our own voices and then perform audio editing and processing using Adobe Audition. This practice likely involved tasks such as cleaning up background noise, adjusting levels, applying effects, and enhancing the overall quality of the recorded audio. It's a valuable exercise for gaining hands-on experience in audio production and improving the clarity and professionalism of voice recordings.
Requirement:
- Phone Call
- Coming from inside the closet
- Toilet
- Cave
- Alien
Figure 6.1 Final Outcome in Google Drive
Link to Google Drive;
✿ EXERCISE 6 ✿
We were tasked with using Premiere Pro or After Effects to edit our stop
motion projects under Mr. Martin's guidance, and the process turned out to
be quite straightforward and accessible for us. This experience likely
provided a valuable introduction to editing stop motion and the potential
of these powerful software tools in facilitating the creative process.
Figure 7.1 Final Outcome without color grading
After completing the stop motion project, Mr. Martin instructed us to
apply color grading to it. This step likely aimed to enhance the visual
aesthetics and mood of the stop-motion animation, demonstrating the
significance of color in storytelling and visual impact. Color grading
can be a powerful tool for fine-tuning the look and feel of any video
project.
Figure 7.2 Final Outcome after color grading
✿ EXERCISE 7 ✿
During this week, the task was to form a group of four individuals to
create a stop-motion video. On the designated day, one of my teammates
brought a tripod for the video shooting, demonstrating the
collaborative effort in ensuring we had the necessary equipment. We
utilized the clay provided by Mr. Martin to craft a simple yet
effective stop-motion animation. This hands-on experience allowed us
to explore the creative possibilities of stop-motion while fostering
teamwork and resourcefulness in the process.
Figure 8.1 Stop motion exercise
✿ REFLECTION ✿
Among these exercises, I found Exercise 2 to be the most interesting. Since
video editing is my hobby, even though I was unfamiliar with Premiere Pro at
the time and didn't know how to use it, with the guidance of the teacher and
continuous experimentation, I learned how to use the software and successfully
edited a complete video. Of course, this is also the most fulfilling part for
me, as I overcame the initial unfamiliarity, learned new skills, and
successfully completed a video project.
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