Editing skills progression

Editing skills progression - #37

Throughout the process of creating the film, I have definitely learned new skills when it comes to editing. This can be evident even in the film itself, as I use different techniques towards the end that I haven't considered adding in the beginning or even knew to add. In general, this made me comfortable and familiar with using the editing software.

One example of how my skills progressed was by adding background audio. There were many sounds that I needed to include that I was not able to while just filming. I learned how to make audio fade in and out. I achieved this by using the fade-in slider, and I would continue to use this for background sounds.

Another example is the use of cuts and trimming clips. During the film, it can be seen that there are transitions between one scene to the next, which are action cuts. I used these many times as there was usually always something going on.

Comments

Final Cut - #42

Final Script - #35

For my finalized script, I completed much more of what was left of the first draft. This included things such as camera shots, music chimes, and sections for each part. With this complete, I can now finish filming and have everything organized. Scripting was the most intricate, but necessary part. This is because it took a lot of time to put together and actually create from scratch. Not only did I have to write the lines for all of my characters, but also the way it would be shown through the camera shots. In my opinion, this is the hardest part of preparation.

Setting and location - #27

For this opening scene, I only wanted to make two areas the focus. One was the sidewalk, and the other was Miguel's house. Both of which can be found in a neighborhood. I found it ideal, as it was close to where I live and we wouldn't have to go anywhere far to film it. The sidewalk would be used for the chase section, where Sammy would hunt down Tim. This setting will be the least significant, and shortest but it will be included in the very beginning. Miguel's house is the most important setting as it is where he and Tim will develop their friendship. This in turn will set up the story for the entire film. What was most interesting about filming at these places was the lighting. The sun gave really good natural lighting, which was important to these scenes. I was able to film what I wanted to since it was pretty much clear on both filming days. I also liked how the sunset looked at the end where Tim was about to walk out.

Kage's AICE Media Studies Project

Search This Blog