P4
Learners produce competent materials to be used in their planned original audio-visual media product
Setting up Appropriate Equipment and Following Production Processes
My role on set was Camera Operator and Director. Often the shots were handheld but in some instances, a tripod was used to get a still shot. When setting up the tripod, I made sure that no one or object was in the way so that I didn't harm them with the tripod legs. I also made sure that the tripod was completely stable when mounting the camera to ensure that it would not fall and be damaged.
In terms of the camera setup, I bought an ample amount of batteries to each shoot along with lens filters to be prepared for different lighting conditions. To set up a shot, I would look to the storyboard for rough guidance before positioning the camera and then adjusting the ISO, shutter speed, and aperture to get the right exposure and motion blur. I would then go through the blocking of the shot with the actors as practice for them and the camera movement before shooting the actual footage.
As Director, I would refer to the script and storyboard before each scene and shot, communicating with the actors about which one we would be shooting and which lines they would say as well as going through the blocking. This was particularly necessary during the fight sequence in order to have the shots and movement line up.
I would also communicate with the gaffer and sound recordist, assessing and directing how the lighting would be set up, where the boom microphone would be positioned and assuring that the sound was rolling before starting.
Following Safe Working Practices
During filming, I made sure to follow the risk assessments and recces for each location in order to ensure the safety of the cast and crew as well as the equipment. Any cables or stands were kept out of the way, equipment was set up correctly and handled with care, and when filming outdoors we made sure to check the weather beforehand in case of rain or snow.
Following the Storyboard
For the most part, the storyboard was used as a guide during shooting. However, there were exemptions as new scenes were added which were not on the storyboard and some shots that were had to be altered due to the conditions and layout of the sets.
Following the Script
The script was the main guidance during filming. There were a few shots and scenes that were added and altered once on location in order to develop the story further such as the opening scenes of Jack waking up and taking his pills which served as a deeper introduction to the character.
Footage Analysis
I think the quality of the footage in terms of cinematography is quite high with there being a few issues in terms of the choreography of the fight scene in particular as we did not have any safety mats or professional training and so had to work on the fly to create a somewhat realistic fight without the actors being harmed. Due to the equipment limit for lighting, I did not have as much control as I would have liked and so some of the shots are a bit over or underexposed. There were also technical issues with the sound that meant the highest quality in terms of the amount of noise could not be achieved but the majority of it, I was able to edit out.
Overall, I do not think this takes away from the film as a whole and that the look and sound suits to inform and enhance the story.
Setting up Appropriate Equipment and Following Production Processes
In terms of the camera setup, I bought an ample amount of batteries to each shoot along with lens filters to be prepared for different lighting conditions. To set up a shot, I would look to the storyboard for rough guidance before positioning the camera and then adjusting the ISO, shutter speed, and aperture to get the right exposure and motion blur. I would then go through the blocking of the shot with the actors as practice for them and the camera movement before shooting the actual footage.
As Director, I would refer to the script and storyboard before each scene and shot, communicating with the actors about which one we would be shooting and which lines they would say as well as going through the blocking. This was particularly necessary during the fight sequence in order to have the shots and movement line up.
I would also communicate with the gaffer and sound recordist, assessing and directing how the lighting would be set up, where the boom microphone would be positioned and assuring that the sound was rolling before starting.
Following Safe Working Practices
During filming, I made sure to follow the risk assessments and recces for each location in order to ensure the safety of the cast and crew as well as the equipment. Any cables or stands were kept out of the way, equipment was set up correctly and handled with care, and when filming outdoors we made sure to check the weather beforehand in case of rain or snow.
Following the Storyboard
For the most part, the storyboard was used as a guide during shooting. However, there were exemptions as new scenes were added which were not on the storyboard and some shots that were had to be altered due to the conditions and layout of the sets.
Following the Script
The script was the main guidance during filming. There were a few shots and scenes that were added and altered once on location in order to develop the story further such as the opening scenes of Jack waking up and taking his pills which served as a deeper introduction to the character.
Footage Analysis
I think the quality of the footage in terms of cinematography is quite high with there being a few issues in terms of the choreography of the fight scene in particular as we did not have any safety mats or professional training and so had to work on the fly to create a somewhat realistic fight without the actors being harmed. Due to the equipment limit for lighting, I did not have as much control as I would have liked and so some of the shots are a bit over or underexposed. There were also technical issues with the sound that meant the highest quality in terms of the amount of noise could not be achieved but the majority of it, I was able to edit out.
Overall, I do not think this takes away from the film as a whole and that the look and sound suits to inform and enhance the story.
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