Video & Sound Production / Exercises
21/4/2025 - 21/7/2025 (Week 1 - Week 12)
Rachel Ng Jie Ting/ 0378902
Bachelors of design (Honours) in creative media
Video & Sound Production / Exercises
Table of content
Lecture 2: Framing & Storyboard
Week 1 : Shot size, Camera angle, and Composition
Week 2 : Understanding storytelling
Exercise 1 : Editing Exercises (Week 1)
Exercise 2: Shooting exercise: Framing (Week 2 & 3)
Lectures
Lecture 1 : General briefing
Lecture 2 : Framing & Storyboard
Asynchronous Study
Week 1 : Shot size, Camera angle, and Composition
Shot size, camera angle, and composition are all elements of visual storytelling used in film, television, and other visual media.
Shot size refers to the amount of space that is visible within a single shot or frame. Different shot sizes can be used to convey different types of information or create different emotional effects. For example, a close-up shot shows a small area of the scene in great detail and is often used to emphasise a character's emotions or reactions, while a wide shot shows a larger area of the scene and is often used to establish the setting or context.
Camera angle refers to the position of the camera in relation to the subject being filmed. Different camera angles can be used to create different perspectives and convey different types of information. For example, a high-angle shot looks down on the subject from above and can create a sense of vulnerability or powerlessness, while a low-angle shot looks up at the subject from below and can create a sense of power or dominance.
Composition refers to the arrangement of visual elements within a shot or frame. This can include the placement of characters or objects within the frame, the use of colour and lighting, and the balance and symmetry of the overall image. Composition can be used to create visual interest, guide the viewer's eye, and convey meaning or emotion.
Together, shot size, camera angle, and composition are all important tools that filmmakers and other visual storytellers use to create meaning and convey ideas to their audience.
Shot size:
Reading: https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-camera-shots/#shot-size
Video: https://youtu.be/AyML8xuKfoc?si=_xLVEotEBZG9VQk2
Framing:
Reading: https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-camera-shots/#camera-framing
Video: https://youtu.be/qQNiqzuXjoM?si=uMiCewr3kG-jVfsm
Camera Angle:
Reading: https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-camera-shots/#camera-angles
Video: https://youtu.be/wLfZL9PZI9k?si=vr9Crx7oT86yrEbd
Composition:
Video: https://youtu.be/hUmZldt0DTg?si=2WBYvavmbtN9_fnL
Additional:
Composition:
1.https://youtu.be/GtPqDPhx-EI?si=z05Yj20285VtVVph
2.https://youtu.be/GKzdP8cupH4?si=OFQlQPTBil46wgi0
Week 1 Quiz
Week 2 : Understanding storytelling
The three-act story structure is a popular narrative framework used in storytelling, particularly in film and literature. It divides a story into three distinct parts: the setup, the confrontation, and the resolution.
Act One: The Setup
The first act establishes the protagonist, their world, and the situation they find themselves in. This act typically ends with an inciting incident, which sets the story in motion and creates a problem that the protagonist must solve. The inciting incident can be a positive or negative event, but it must be significant enough to disrupt the protagonist's world and force them to take action.
Act Two: The Confrontation
The second act is the longest and most complex of the three acts. It's where the protagonist faces a series of obstacles and challenges as they work towards their goal. This act is often divided into two parts: the first half, where the protagonist makes progress towards their goal, and the second half, where they encounter setbacks and complications. The second act typically ends with a major turning point, where the protagonist faces a significant setback or crisis that forces them to reevaluate their approach.
Act Three: The Resolution
The third act is where the story reaches its climax and resolution. The protagonist must confront their final challenge or conflict and overcome it in order to achieve their goal. The climax is the most intense and dramatic part of the story, where the stakes are highest and the tension is at its peak. The resolution, on the other hand, is the denouement, where loose ends are tied up, and the protagonist's journey comes to a satisfying conclusion.
Overall, the three-act story structure provides a clear and effective framework for storytelling, allowing writers to create engaging and well-structured narratives that resonate with audiences.
Reading:
https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/three-act-structure/
https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-write-three-act-structure
Video
https://youtu.be/tvqjp1CxxD8?si=sgTSKNpGdkeSKgbq
Mini exercise
Now, give your knowledge on 3-act structure a run for the money. By now you should have already watched:1. Lalin, 2. Everything, everywhere, all at once.
Based on each of the movies,
1. Which part is act 1, act 2, act 3 respectively? Describe each act with ONE paragraph only.
2. What is the inciting incident in the movie?
3. What is the midpoint scene in the movie?
4. What is the Climax scene in the movie?
5.What is the theme of the movie?
Answer the questions twice, separately for 1. Lalin, 2. Everything, everywhere, all at once. Post it in your blog under exercises.
1. Lalin
1. Which part is act 1, act 2, act 3 respectively? Describe each act with ONE paragraph only.
Act 1
Lalin, a young woman from Thailand, relocates to Japan for her studies. In this new environment, she adopts a masked persona, concealing her face due to self-consciousness about her acne and the bullying that came with it. Through curated and edited photos, she gains popularity on social media as a "net idol," presenting an idealized version of herself to the world.
Act 2
During the summer, a graphic novelist that goes by the name Astronaut Nut contacts Lalin for help translating his book into Japanese. As they collaborate, their connection deepens through daily messages filled with warmth and shared interests. Over time, their bond grows more personal. Then, unexpectedly, Nut decides to travel to Japan to surprise Lalin and meet her in person, and to give her the script of his book to be translated. But caught off guard and insecure about revealing her true self without the mask, Lalin panics—and ultimately refuses to see him.
Act 3
Astronaut Nut gets disappointed that Lalin did not meet him and leaves the place. Before leaving, he had left the script for Lalin to read. When she reads the story Astronaut Nut had left her, she realises that Astronaut Nut was actually is her old classmate. The letter writes how he changed himself just to see her in person again, and how he had always thought that she was beautiful, which makes Lalin chase after him. However, when Lalin reached the train station, he had already left.
(Film ends)
2. What is the inciting incident in the movie?
The inciting incident occurs when Lalin moves to Japan and begins her transformation into a social media persona, by editing her pictures and hiding her true face. This decision to mask her true self and seek validation online sets the stage for the central conflict of the narrative.
3. What is the midpoint scene in the movie?
The midpoint of this film is when Lalin realises that Astronaut Nut had traveled to Japan to deliver the script and to see her in person. After seeing his post, she is anxious that she is going to meet up with him, face to face, without the mask of her online persona and her actual mask.
4. What is the Climax scene in the movie?
When Lalin reads the story Astronaut Nut had left her, she realises that Astronaut Nut was actually is her old classmate. how he changed himself just to see her in person again, which makes Lalin chase after him.
5.What is the theme of the movie?
Self love and self-acceptance. Appearance is not everything, and there will be people who love you just the way you are.
2. Everything Everywhere All At Once
1. Which part is act 1, act 2, act 3 respectively? Describe each act with ONE paragraph only.
Act 1
Evelyn Wang is a stressed-out laundromat owner struggling to keep her business afloat, manage her no-so-great family relationship, and prepare for an IRS audit. During a visit to the IRS office, Evelyn is suddenly approached by a version of Waymond, her husband from another universe, who tells her she is the only one who can stop a great evil spreading across the multiverse.
Act 2
Evelyn begins "verse-jumping," gaining skills and knowledge from alternate versions of herself. She discovers that the villain threatening the multiverse is Jobu Tupaki—an alternate version of her daughter Joy—who has experienced every possible reality and now believes nothing matters. Evelyn is also informed that she is the only one that can handle the problem by gaining individual powers and skills from herself in other universes.
Act 3
Instead of fighting chaos with more chaos, Evelyn embraces compassion. She chooses kindness, healing her relationships with Waymond and Joy. She reconciles with her daughter by acknowledging her pain and affirming her love and acceptance. Through this emotional resolution, she brings stability not just to the multiverse, but to her own fractured family life, proving that even in infinite possibilities, love can ground us.
2. What is the inciting incident in the movie?
The inciting incident occurs when Evelyn meets Alpha-Waymond in the IRS elevator and tells Evelyn that she is the only version of herself capable of stopping a multiverse catastrophe.
3. What is the midpoint scene in the movie?
Jobu reveals she isn’t seeking a fight—she’s been searching for an Evelyn who, like her, believes nothing matters. She shows Evelyn the everything bagel, hoping they can both end their existence in it. Persuaded by Jobu, Evelyn starts acting cruelly and nihilistically in her other universes, hurting those around her
4. What is the Climax scene in the movie?
The climax occurs when Evelyn confronts Jobu Tupaki and, instead of fighting her, reaches out with love and understanding. She stops her daughter from disappearing into the bagel by assuring her that even if nothing makes sense, she will always choose to be with her—bringing emotional closure and healing to their relationship.
5.What is the theme of the movie?
love, empathy, healing, generational trauma, and acceptance.
Week 2 Quiz
Storyboard in filmmaking is a visual representation of a film, animation, or video game, much like a comic strip. It's made up of a series of illustrations or images displayed in sequence for the purpose of pre-visualizing a motion picture, animation, motion graphic or interactive media sequence.
Storyboards are used to plan shots, understand the narrative flow, and to communicate ideas to the production team. They can include details such as camera angles, character movements, dialogue, and even notes about special effects or sound. This helps the director, cinematographer, and other crew members visualise the scenes and prepare for the shooting process.
Storyboarding is a crucial part of the pre-production process because it allows filmmakers to experiment with different visual approaches, identify potential problems, and make necessary adjustments before the actual filming begins, saving time and resources.
What is a storyboard?
Reading: https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/what-is-a-storyboard/
How to make storyboard
Reading: https://milanote.com/guide/film-storyboards
Week 3 Quiz
Week 4 : Production
Production stages
The production stages in filmmaking can be broken down into three main phases: pre-production, production, and post-production. Here's a brief overview of each stage:
1.Pre-production
This is the planning stage of filmmaking, where all the necessary preparations are made before filming begins. This includes tasks such as writing the script, creating storyboards, casting actors, scouting locations, designing sets and costumes, and hiring crew members.
2.Production
This is the stage where the actual filming takes place. The production team will work together to capture all the footage needed for the film, using the plans and preparations made during pre-production as a guide. This stage can be physically and logistically challenging, as it involves coordinating a large team of people and managing a complex schedule.
3.Post-production
This is the stage where the footage is edited and assembled into a final product. This includes tasks such as cutting and arranging scenes, adding music and sound effects, colour grading, and visual effects. Post-production can be a time-consuming process, as it requires careful attention to detail and a keen eye for storytelling.
After post-production, the film may go through additional stages such as
distribution and marketing, but these are not considered part of the
production process.
Reading:
https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/stages-of-film-production/
Week 4 Quiz 1
Fig 2.4 - Week 4 Quiz 1, Week 4 (14/5/2025)
Production Crew
The production crew is a team of professionals who work together to create a film or video. Each member of the crew has a specific role and set of responsibilities, which are essential to the overall success of the production. Here are some of the key production crew members and their tasks:
1.Director
Responsible for overseeing the entire production and ensuring that the creative vision for the project is realised. They work closely with the cast and crew to block out scenes, direct the actors' performances, and make creative decisions about the look and feel of the film.
2.Producer
Responsible for the logistical and financial aspects of the production. They secure funding, hire the crew, coordinate the schedule and locations, and ensure that the project is completed on time and within budget.
3.Cinematographer
Also known as the director of photography (DP), is responsible for the visual aesthetic of the film. They work closely with the director to choose the right camera, lenses, and lighting to achieve the desired look and mood for each scene.
4.Production Designer
Responsible for the overall visual design of the film, including the sets, costumes, and props. They work closely with the director and cinematographer to create a cohesive and immersive visual world for the story.
5.Sound Designer
Responsible for the audio aspects of the film, including recording and editing dialogue, sound effects, and music. They work closely with the director and editor to ensure that the sound and picture are seamlessly integrated.
6.Editor
Responsible for assembling the footage into a coherent and compelling story. They work closely with the director and sound designer to shape the pacing, tone, and structure of the film.
There are many other roles on a production crew, including grips, gaffers, makeup artists, and stunt coordinators, but these are some of the key positions and tasks involved in the filmmaking process.
Reading:
1.Beginner: https://www.govtech.com/education/news/the-roles-of-the-production-team.html
2.Advance: https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/film-crew-positions/
Week 4 Quiz 2
Fig 2.5 - Week 4 Quiz 2, Week 4 (14/5/2025)
Week 5 : Mise en scène
Mise en scène is a French term that translates literally to "placing on stage." In the realms of theater, film, and other visual storytelling mediums, it refers to the overall visual arrangement and presentation of a scene. This concept encompasses everything that appears within the frame or on stage and how these elements are organized to convey meaning, emotion, and narrative to the audience.
Key Components of Mise en Scène
1. Setting and Location
Physical Space: The environment where the action takes place, whether it's a realistic setting like a living room or an abstract, symbolic space.
Time Period: The era in which the story is set, influencing costumes, props, and set design.
2. Props and Objects
Items used by characters or present in the scene that can symbolize themes, indicate character traits, or advance the plot.
3. Costume and Makeup
Clothing and makeup that reflect a character’s personality, social status, occupation, or psychological state.
4. Lighting
The use of light and shadow to create mood, highlight specific elements, and guide the audience’s focus. For example, high-contrast lighting can create a dramatic or tense atmosphere.
5. Composition and Framing
How elements are arranged within the frame or on stage, including camera angles in film or the positioning of actors in theater. This affects how the audience perceives relationships and power dynamics.
6. Performance and Acting
The actors’ physical movements, facial expressions, and interactions contribute significantly to the mise en scène, conveying emotions and subtext.
7. Color Palette
The selection of colors used in costumes, sets, and lighting can evoke specific emotions or symbolize thematic elements.
8. Spatial Relationships
The distance and arrangement between characters and objects, which can indicate intimacy, conflict, or hierarchy.
Reading:
https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/mise-en-scene-elements/
Video 01: What is Mise en scene?
https://youtu.be/3euNFd7-TCg?si=L5IXT_J_HzFyc09c
Video 02: Tim Burton's Eccentric Set Design and Art Direction Explained
https://youtu.be/xcOh6iWq8DA?si=lkbciy2XvzqzzkYe
Video 03: How location affects your scene
https://youtu.be/pTptxpcYySI?si=GIpWtmZ7dQkRi_Gx
Video 04: Color in film
https://youtu.be/yVdhm9P8I6o?si=q_TWychcYa_KItcx
Video 05: Costume & Make-up
https://youtu.be/7KjHsurAJpc?si=TBysQRijbWzgBOjZ
Video 06: Lighting
https://youtu.be/K9w8I_YD29E?si=zkLeqPNAPMjRI4xr
Video 07: Camera Placament
https://youtu.be/wLfZL9PZI9k?si=2-PiZnAw6EOrMUIT
Video 08: Composition
https://youtu.be/HMjvvltQpmw?si=caydtPElr5geEsRD
Video 09: Acting
https://youtu.be/hOqVRwGVUkA?si=gXD2S8Md2w4kiDyu
Video 10: Blocking
https://youtu.be/9AGaECt9j4g?si=HJZWLQd8EU5xUk0K
https://youtu.be/o-4rk3T8PbQ?si=Z_1n8TMYz1AsHE9Q
Week 5 Quiz
Fig 2.6 - Week 5 Quiz, Week 5 (20/5/2025)
Week 6 : Colour Theory, Colour Correction V.S. Colour Grading
What is colour theory?
Color theory is two things:
1. A scientific principle that explains how color hues and saturations are created.
2. A creative discipline that examines how color is used to achieve emotional effect in visual art.
What is colour correcting?
Colour correcting is the process of correcting (or fixing) colours in a video or a film as a way to get them back to what they should look like for your project.
What is colour grading?
Colour grading is the process of grading (or editing) colors in a video or film as a way to give them a stylistic look.
Reading:
https://vimeo.com/blog/post/color-grading-vs-color-correction-explained/
https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/what-is-color-theory-definition/
Fig 2.7 - Week 6 Quiz (this quiz did not have any correct answer when I respond to it), Week 6 (28/5/2025)
Instructions
1. Download footage:
2. Create NEW Premiere Pro Project
Exercise 1A - Mints
Exercise 1B - Doritos
Final - Exercise 1B - Doritos
Reflections
Week 1
Learned how to use Premier Pro. For basic editing, feels easy to use.
Week 2
Learned about different types of shot sizes, camera angles, and
composition. We were provided with various still cuts of short films for
us to analyse shot sizes. Together with some quiz session with Mr
Martin, it has helped me to understand about the differences of shot
sizes more easily.
We also had an in-class activity where we
take videos of given short sizes in groups of 3. We explored various
camera angles and composition while taking these videos. I also learned
how to add in captions to the videos by following the tutorial given.
Week 3
We had an in-class activity again where we take videos of given short sizes in groups. We explored new camera angles and composition while taking these videos.
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