JUMPLINK
Lectures
Week 01
Week 02
Week 03
Week 04
Week 05
Week 06
Week 07
Week 09
Week 10
Instructions
Exercises
Week 01
Week 02
Week 03
Week 07
Week 09
Week 10
Reflections
LECTURES
Week 01 /
During the first week of
class, Mr. Martin provided an overview of the module and introduced us to the
assignment. We learned that this module covers the entire filmmaking process,
including pre-production, production, and post-production, which includes
preparation, principle shooting, and editing.
For our final project, we
were grouped into pairs to create either a 60-second stop motion animation or
individual 30-second stop motion animations. As part of our preparation, we
were tasked with watching stop-motion shorts at home and selecting three of
them. We had to explain why we chose each short, helping us gain a deeper
understanding of the genre.
Figure 1.1.1 Lecture slides week 01.
Week 02 /
In week 02, we explored
the distinctions between early cinema and contemporary TV commercials. We also
delved into the concept of shot size, which determines the area visible within
the frame, including extreme wide shots, wide shots, medium wide shots, medium
shots, medium close-ups, close-ups, over-the-shoulder shots, and extreme
close-ups.
We learned how to position characters and objects according
to each shot size and the storytelling objectives behind using them in movies.
Additionally, we studied camera angles such as the rule of thirds, camera
height, eye-level angles, low-angle shots, and high-angle shots. We also
covered screen direction and the 180-degree rule to maintain visual continuity
in filmmaking.
Figure 1.2.1 Lecture slides week 02.
Mr. Martin assigned us the task of recording our voices using our smartphones at home to match the muted video provided in the slides. Additionally, we were required to create a spreadsheet listing all the necessary sound effects for each scene at specific times in the video. In the upcoming week, Mr. Martin will instruct us on how to use the pitch shifter feature in Adobe Premiere Pro for our Project 01 Audio dubbing.
Week 03 /
In week 03 of our class, we delved into the
concept of storytelling in film. We were introduced to the three-act
structure, which includes Act 1 (beginning/setup) introduces the world, main
characters, and establishes the dramatic situation. Act 1 leads to an incident
that complicates the story, known as plot point 1. Act 2
(middle/confrontation), also referred to as the "rising action," is focused on
developing obstacles and complications that lead to the climax of the story,
known as plot point 2. Act 3 (end/resolution) concludes the story, resolving
the climax and addressing all obstacles.
Figure 1.3.1 Lecture slides week 03.
Additionally, we explored the elements of film sound, including speech, sound effects, and music. We gained an understanding of how each of these elements functions within a video or film.
Figure 1.3.2 Lecture slides week 03.
Week 04 /
In week 4 class, we delved into the concept of
Mise En Scène, which involves setting the stage for a film. Mise En Scène
encompasses various elements, including composition, set design, lighting,
costume and props, and depth of space, all of which play a crucial role in
creating the visual and aesthetic aspects of a film.
Figure 1.4.1 Lecture slides week 04.
After that, we divided into two teams for Project 2A shooting. Each team was assigned to shoot specific scenes with provided storyboards. While we were expected to follow the given storyboard, the dialogue for the scenes was to be suggested by our respective team directors. We had a 30-minute group discussion to plan our approach and assign specific roles to each team member for the upcoming shooting practice. This involved organizing a crew list to ensure that everyone had a defined role and responsibilities during the shoot.
Figure 1.4.2 Project 2A slides week 04.
Additionally, we were tasked with completing the idea development for Project 2B, which was a self-titled video project. This required us to brainstorm ideas for the video and then compile the information into the provided slide template.
Figure 1.4.3 Project 2B slide template week 04.
Week 05 /
During Week 05, we had our group shooting practice
in the studio. I was in Team B, shooting the movie 'Beef,' and my role was
assistant director. I helped track the shooting progress, checked on the cast
and crew, and maintained order on the set.
Afterward, we were tasked with downloading the footage and audio provided by our group producer and editing a draft with synchronized dialogue.
Figure 1.6.1 Lecture slides week 06.
Figure 1.6.2 Lecture slides week 06.
Week 07 /
During week 7, we learned about audio editing and
sound shaping with EQ. We explored the frequency range and dynamic range of
sound, as well as the concept of space.
Figure 1.7.1 Lecture slides week 07.
Week 09 /
During week 9, we were briefed about our final
project, which is stop motion. We learned about the steps involved in creating
a stop-motion video. This provided us with more direction when shooting stop
motion ourselves.
Figure 1.8.1 Lecture slides week 09.
Week 10 /
During week 10, we learned about VFX during
this week. In class, we practiced VFX skills using the footage provided by Mr.
Martin. These VFX skills will be beneficial for enhancing our stop motion
project later on.
Figure 1.9.1 Lecture slides week 10.
Week 01
Exercise 01/ Smint
We had hands-on
experience with the Adobe Premiere Pro editing software during
in-class exercises. In the first exercise, we were provided with
advertisement footage, which we had to download and import into
Adobe Premiere Pro. Our task was to arrange the shots in the
correct order on the timeline and export the video.
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| Figure 2.1.1 Smint Footage. |
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Figure 2.1.2 Progress screenshot. |
Figure 2.1.3 Final Smint.
The second exercise involved working with footage that was not in the correct order, requiring us to carefully watch each clip and rearrange them to create a properly ordered advertisement on the timeline.
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| Figure 2.2.1 Doritos. |
Figure 2.2.2, 2.2.3 Progress screenshot.
Figure 2.2.4 Final Doritos.
Figure 2.3.1 Shortlisted shorts.
Exercise 03/ Shooting Exercise
To apply the knowledge that we learned during the lecture, we engaged in group exercises, capturing shots on campus and adding captions using Adobe Premiere Pro.
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| Figure 2.4.1 Shooting exercise. |
I collaborated with Gam Jze Shin for this shooting exercise, with her taking on the role of the actor while I was responsible for capturing the shots according to the shot sizes specified by Mr. Martin. We scouted various locations around our class to determine the most suitable settings for each shot in the video.
Figure 2.4.2 Shooting exercise video.
Figure 2.4.3 Shooting exercise video 02.
Exercise 04/ Editing Exercise - Lalin
Additionally, we
were assigned editing exercises to complete at home. Mr. Martin
provided two storyboards, and we could choose one of them to edit
into a 35-second video. We downloaded the provided footage from
Google Drive, identified which clips were needed for the selected
storyboard, and then imported them into Adobe Premiere Pro. Our task
was to trim any unnecessary parts, compile the footage with graphics
and music, and ensure the final video was precisely 35 seconds long.
Figure 2.5.1 Editing exercise - Lalin.
Week 03
Exercise 05/ 3 Act Structure
To
apply the knowledge we had learned, we analyzed the movie "Lalin"
(2005) to understand how the three-act structure functions in a
film. We were then tasked with completing the three-act structure
exercise for the movie "Guang" (2011) using a provided template.
Figure 2.6.1 3 Act structure.
Week 07
Exercise 06/ Sound Shaping
In this
week, we learned how to use Adobe Audition to apply different
effects to sound. We downloaded a provided sound source and used it
to practice sound shaping.
Figure 2.7.1 Practical sound shaping.
Week 09
Exercise 07/ Stop Motion
We learned
how to use Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects to edit and combine
the photos we shot for the stop-motion video.
Figure 2.8.1 Practical stop motion.
Week 10
Exercise 08/ Stop Motion Trial
During week 10, we had our stop motion trial shoot. Our group,
consisting of 4 members, used the tools provided by Mr. Martin along
with our smartphones to shoot two scenes for the stop motion
project.
Figure 2.9.1 Stop motion trial.
Exercise 09/ VFX Practice
According to the lecture given
by Mr. Martin, we utilized the footage provided to practice VFX. We
applied VFX editing skills to the footage to achieve the expected
outcome.
Figure 2.10.1 VFX practice.
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