Shoot diary- 30/11/19

What did you do?

This session covered editing, led by Daren Eagles (who was also in charge of the cinematography master class). This began with a introduction to the more theoretical side of editing, during this we were shown a few videos that explained the crucial role that editing has in films and techniques that are commonly used.

After this introduction, we were split into pairs, to edit together a series of different shots and to try and tell a story from the material available. In this part of the day, we were developing our practical skills of editing led by Jim Wraith, an editor. This resulted in every pair coming up with something different, and that all portrayed a slightly different plot or series of events. This was done through using Adobe Premier Pro.

What have you learnt?

I have learnt how to import and export video footage, and how to then transport it onto Premier to then follow through with editing. I have truly widened my knowledge of editing and just how tricky it can be. Especially when cutting between shots and trying to get the audio to line up correctly within the chronological order of the scripted lines.

How have you worked with other?

I interacted well with the instructors, Daren Eagles and Jim Wraith, as I voiced any questions that I had when it came to using the software. I also worked well in a pair when it came to using premiere and we helped each other throughout the process. Although this week was more difficult to interact as we were glued to the screens of the computers for a majority of the day.

What do you need to develop?

A way to clearly get across, the lucid dream to the audience. We have decided that a great way to do this would, be by experimenting with the colour effects, to portray a more monotone aesthetic before the wacky character is introduced. Then switch to bright vivid colour, to show that it isn’t real, before then switching back to the boring effect, to show that this dream-like state only lasts for a small amount of time.