Production

All media texts are made with an audience mind. Producers want their production to be a success and this is measured by how many people ‘consume’ their text. You must now use your knowledge and understanding gained in the previous tasks to create your own media text.

You will create a film trailer in a genre of your choice. It will be approximately two minutes in length

• Storyboard a film trailer


• Film the footage using a variety of shot types and camera angles


• Edit the footage using a variety of transitions between shots and adding appropriate effects


• Script a voice-over for the film


• Record your own music or add an appropriate soundtrack or sound effects


• Edit the audio track so that it adds meaning to the trailer


• Create titles that further enhance meaning for the audience

Planning is an essential part of creating a successful project so ensure that you spend time thinking about how you are going to complete the task.

Storyboarding

Scripting

Filming and recording footage of good quality is essential

Hold the camera steady by using a tripod

Use a range of shot types and camera angles

Frame and compose your shots carefully

Light your subject using key lights if you have them or be creative and use spotlights

Rehearse scenes with your actors

Film three takes ensuring you film for three seconds before and after the shot

Consider mise-en-scene as everything placed in the scene should create meaning

Audio should be recorded clearly using an external microphone if possible

Editing video and audio takes time and patience

Organise your workflow

Log and capture footage a scene at a time ensuring each scene is titled

Use effects appropriately and with restraint

Consider which transitions between shots are most effective

Explore the templates for titles and credits

Show your work to your peers to gain feedback as you edit

You will burn your final edit onto DVD and present this with your name and the title of your production on the menu page

A number of schools and colleges now showcase student work. Explore the following links to see what you are up against !

http://www.longroadmedia.com/

http://www.hurtwoodhouse.com/life/hurtwoodtv

http://www.ukstudentfilms.co.uk/