Editing the Commercial

Today in class we weren’t able to get what we had planned to get done. The computers were acting slow and we were were able to edit our commercial. The computers didn’t have the proper software downloaded on it for us to edit our commercial. On top of that issue we weren’t able to locate our commercial. We tried everything but nothing came up. We tried to narrow it down to three computers and three accounts but we weren’t able to access them because they were occupied by other groups. We figured that if we just tried to log into the account used then we’d most likely find the file. We ended up switching sides of the room. It was overall overwhelming. When we got to the other side we tried logging on again but still there was nothing. We didn’t want to move back because there were at least 3 groups in at our original area and all the computers were occupied. My friend was in need because he wasn’t here for the last couple of weeks so I had to help him film. That set me back a lot because we were outside for a few and I wasn’t able to blot. I had to show him how to set  up the camera . 

Then I came back to see my Group struggling to edit. The computers weren’t working. None of them, I was pretty frustrated because we did a lot of work and couldn’t see it.

Storyboard Blog

Story Boarding - blog

•Camera shots and angles

-establishing shot

-close up shot

-over the shoulder shot

-zoom

-long shot

-pan

-wide shot

•Sounds

-heartbeat

-instrumental music (Hot by Young Thug)

 Editing

-fade out

-eye-line match

-split screen

-dissolve

-reaction shot

Mis En Scene

-headphones

-backpack

-tracksuit

-Nike shoes

-running blocks 

-running shorts

-running shirt

Lightning 

-natural light (sunlight) 

Editing Blog

   

      Today in class we learned about how to use the cameras and the procedure to get them. My teacher explained to us to take a camera form when checking out a camera. On the form, we have to print our name, group number, and our grade. She then showed us how to turn on the camera by which you flip the side of it out. She showed to us how it was touchscreen and you can play around with the settings. She then proceeded to show us how to use the cameras on the tripod. She made it taller and placed the camera onto the tripod. She then showed us the different angles in which you can then turn the camera for different shots.
      After that, she then explained to us how to put our takes on the camera in a folder. She said to put the SD card in the SD reader, and then put the SD reader in the computer. She then showed us how to drag the different files into a folder by going into your stream. After this, she says to open up Pinnacle Studios. Then she showed us how to impost a file by pressing import. There should only be 1 login per group for Pinnacle Studios. She then says to us that you can't turn in your camera without dumping your footage. She says you can dump at home or on a USB.
      She then goes on to say to import folder with footage into Pinnacle Studios by pressing my computer, and then selecting files. She then went over the takes and how the highlighted one is the one that will be edited. She says you can drag it into the editing track to build. She then teaches us how to cut parts by moving the video to the part where you want to cut, and then press the razor blade icon. To add a transition, you right click on the track and pick effects editor. When adding a title, click on the "T" for text. She says to save it press the word that is next to the word export. She says to save as a mp4 and then best authority.

Planning Blog

Our group will be using the track to film our Nike commercial. The actor will walk up to the track with headphones on while music is playing in the background. He will have his Nike tracksuit on and will start warming up. Then he takes off his tracksuit and start putting on his Nike spikes and sprinting clothes. He will walk up to the block and get in.The camera will zoom in on his shoes and clothes. Emphasizing the product we’re trying to sell. The music will start to fade out as he is standing on the block then there will be complete silence and a sound will indicate for him to start running when he gets to the end the camera will zoom in on his face. 

Props: Headphones, Backpack, and running blocks

Costumes: Nike Spikes, Warm-up clothing(Jacket and Pants), Black running shorts, running shirt

Location: On the track. He will be running. They offer a close to the ground feel and stability. 

Schedule:

-10/10: Planning-

10/14: Storyboarding

-10/21: Film

-10/23: Editing

Backup Plan: In the case it starts raining then will have a race between students in the hallway. Student 1 will yell to another student “do you want to race?!” then student 2 will say yes and put on his nike shoes. Student 1 will put on a different brand that isn’t as fast as nike.There will be another student in the middle who will say go then the two students will take off. Student 1 will trip and fall while the student 2 runs ahead to the finish line. Student 2 will win the race because in this scenario Nike is the better shoe option. At the end the student 2 will say “ You could have...only if you had Nike” while holding the shoes up. 

Props: Nothing

Costumes: Nike shoes, different brand shoe

Schedule: 

-10/10: Planning-

10/14: Storyboarding

-10/21: Film

-10/23: Editing 

Location: Hallway between office and gym

Research Conventions & Codes

       Our group chose to do a Nike commercial. We had to research on what is the norms of a nike commercial or shoes commercial. Some things that we observed where the camera angles, camera movements, and different sounds. In a Nike commercial there were a lot of different camera movements that they used to convey their theme/message. In this specific video they use pan shots while the runners where running down the track. One thing that we saw a lot in the nike videos where zoom up’s of the nike sign on the clothing and/or shoes. There were many close ups of the athlete’s faces, showing their facial expressions. The use of close ups showed all the passion they had for their sport, but you also saw the anger and disappointment when they lost or something went wrong.
        We also noticed how some of the nike commercials we watched had diegetic sounds, dialogue, and soundtracks. Most of the dialogue put in these commercials where words of encouragement toward the athletes in these commercials. There were mainly voiceover in the videos showing the thoughts the athletes had as they were getting prepared for the game or meet. One thing that we saw and liked was the use of the person's breathing sounds as they were finished. We plan to incorporate something like this in our own commercial.
      As we were talking over idea for the commercial we think the hardest part will be trying to get a tracking shot without a dolly. When you only have so many equipment available to you it’s hard to get the shots we want. It will be interesting to see what we’ll have to do to get what we what.

Introductory

    Hello everyone my name is Jahleel! Being that it is my first time even having a blog, let me tell you a little about myself. I'm a very hard-working individual who likes to get things done and on time. I'm smart, enthusiastic, and I love helping others! Being able to make an impact on someone's life brings me the greatest joy. I am also a sprinter, a skill that develops a lot of character and determination within someone. You'll be able to sense this zeal blog after blog Lol!
      I'm currently in high school and have a variety of classes that I take. These include AICE Digital Media, AICE Photography, AICE Physical Education, and a few others. Being a senior in high school, these classes allow me to have fun while also being able to learn new things. I love my media class we learn so much about the film industry and how films are composed. I took a test on different camera angles in film and got a A, which was pretty cool!
      I love the fact that I'll be able to share my thoughts to you on certain topics. I have so much in my head that I just can't wait to share with you. You might even learn something yourself you never know! Sit back, relax, and enjoy my wonderful blogs!