videomaking workshop
DESCRIPTION
http://videoplan.witness.org | This intro to video production will review the basic rules of filming and composition, different shot types, how to set-up formal interviews, using different types of shots in an action sequence. After the introduction, participants will conduct an exercise to practice the key lessons in this session. WITNESS Training Curriculum - part of module 3TRANSCRIPT
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VideomakingWorkshop
WITNESS invites you to use, remix and share this curriculum. All materials are under Creative Commons Attribution-Non-Commercial ShareAlike 3.0 License.
You can also find more video advocacy training materials at www.witness.org.
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Objective
To introduce basic camera skills and techniques as it relates to filming an action and conducting interviews.
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In This Session
– Basic rules of filming– Different shot types or focal lengths and
how they are used in a video sequence– Basic camera composition including: the
rule of thirds and viewpoint – How to properly frame and set up a formal
interview– Using different shot types to film an action
sequence– The completion of a camera exercise
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Ground Rules for Filming
• Keep the camera steady and use a tripod when possible
• Never “Hosepipe”• Follow the 10-15 second rule• Get good sound• Lighting matters
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Build a meaningful sequence with your shots
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Click on this link to watch a video example illustrating how different shot types are used to tell a visual story:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=misIwDje6DQ
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Build a meaningful sequence with your shots
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The different shots in the video (shown here as stills) were used to tell a simple story.
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WIDE SHOT (WS)
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- A shot that shows the full context of a scene- Often used as an establishing shot to orientate viewers
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LONG SHOT (LS)
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- A shot framed so that the subject and their surroundings can be seen- Used to show your audience what action is taking place within a scene
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MEDIUM SHOT (MS)
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- Between a long shot and a medium shot (e.g. from the waist up)- Used to bring your audience closer to the action or subject while
maintaining a respectful distance
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MEDIUM CLOSE-UP (MCU)
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- Between a medium shot and a close-up (e.g. from the chest up)- Shot most often used in framing an interview
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CLOSE-UP (CU)
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- The subject is very large in the frame, revealing detail only (for example the face or hands). Can be used to pick out detail in a scene
- In an interview, a CU can be used for more intimate moments
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Rule of Thirds
Frame your subject so they are positioned on the intersection of any 2 or more lines.
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Rule of Thirds Example
Click on this link to see different examples of composition following the rule of thirds:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bTpx0UKxTE
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Viewpoint
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View Point Example
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Click on this link to see different camera viewpoints in a sequence:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwUwn53OxNM
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Viewpoint in Interviews
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Framing an Interview
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Talking Space & Eye Line
Incorrect
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Correct
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Headroom
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Headroom
Incorrect
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Correct
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Eye-Line
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What Works? What Doesn’t?
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Setting Up an Interview
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Camera Exercise45 minutes
Roles In groups of three each participant should take turns performing the following three roles:
Camera Person: Records the interview
Interviewer: Conducts the interview
Interviewee: Responds to the questions
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The Interview
Using a lavaliere microphone and a tripod take turns recording a short interview using two different shot types:
Medium Close-Up Shots:- Tell me about yourself and how you got involved in human rights.- Why did you decide to attend this Video Advocacy Training?
Close-Up:- How will video help you in your human rights work?
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The Interview
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Click on this link to see video examples of the interview exercise:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZ7RBepEgz8
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The Action Sequence
Using a shot gun microphone and a tripodtake turns recording your interviewee performing a simple action.
Record the action using three shots:• Long Shot• Medium Shot • Close Up
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The Action Sequence
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Click on this link to see video examples the action sequence exercise:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=misIwDje6DQ
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Summary
• Make sure your camera shots are steady and held for at least 10-15 sec.
• Affectively use different shot types and viewpoints to tell a visual story
• Frame shots using the Rule of Thirds• Properly frame interviews keeping in
mind: viewpoint, talking space, eye line and headroom
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Introduction to Production Workshop
WITNESS invites you to use, remix and share this curriculum. All materials are under Creative Commons Attribution-Non-Commercial ShareAlike 3.0 License.
You can also find more video advocacy training materials at www.witness.org.