Question 3

3. Did you encounter any difficulties? If so, what were they and how did you overcome them?

One of the difficulties we faced while creating the music video was when we were using the video cameras. For example; when we wanted to playback the recent video captured we were unable to do this. To over come this difficulty we used another device to capture the video which we found easier to do. I have learnt from this difficulty for future tasks to be creative and think outside the box for a solution. 

Another difficulty that we faced was when we tried to transfer the videos from the IPhone to the IMac. This issue delayed our editing process until we were able to successfully convert the file format. 

The final difficulty we faced was completing the video process as we required more cast members for the filming. Another issue was our time schedule as we had not created a balance between the filming time and editing. To overcome this issue we decided to come together with the other group who were doing the same music video. This allowed us the split the responsibility between the two groups and also carry out the necessary tasks in less time. 

Question 2

2. What technology did you use to complete the task and how did you use it?


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Question 1

1. What have you learnt about the importance of research and planning?

Research and planning has played a crucial role in producing our music video. Our first step was to decide which music video we wanted to recreate and how we would do it. In order to do this we watched some videos and examined various factors like mise en scene, editing, camera shots etc.

 

As a group we were able to agree and decide on 'Fancy by Iggy Azalea Ft Charlie XCX' due to its location since it was based in a school. This made it both convenient as well as challenging because we had to ensure each location was a close match to the original.

 

To make a close replica of 'Fancy' meant carefully viewing the music video multiple times in order to sort out timing and gain an understanding of the video. We were limited to 1minute 30 seconds of recording time which meant choosing the most appropriate time frame within the video. In pairs we each examined 30 seconds of the clip to note down timings, edits, camera shots and mise en scene. This played to our advantage as we minimised the time spent analysing and focused on starting the recording. Observing the video meant we could note down the cast number which varied from each scene. These tasks are very useful in creating the music video and I have learnt to make sure I carry out this task to my best effort.

 

Planning was the final  task before starting the filming and this involved scheduling the most appropriate film time for the group as well as allocating roles. This was important as it allowed us to be organised and gain a sense of confidence in preparation for the filming. Personally I found that planning helped me be aware of the contribution I needed to make the group.

 

Overall, planning and research was an important task needed to complete the music video and become organised.  

Music video preliminary evaluation questions

1. What have you learnt about the importance of research and planning?
2. What technology did you use to complete the task and how did you use it?
3. Did you encounter any difficulties? If so, what were they and how did you overcome them? 
4. How successful was your music video? Please identify what worked well, and with hindsight, what would you improve/do differently?
5. What have you learnt from completing this task? Looking ahead, how will this learning be significant when completing your advanced portfolio, do you think?