VIDEO & SOUND PRODUCTION - PROJECT 2
7/05/25 - 8/06/25 (Week 3 - Week 7)
Michelle (0373843)
Video & Sound Production / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylor's University
Project 2: Shooting Practice & Editing
Michelle (0373843)
Video & Sound Production / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylor's University
Project 2: Shooting Practice & Editing
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INSTRUCTIONS
Project 2A - Lalin
We're given video clips from senior's work inspired by Lalin. We're
asked to trim and insert all the clips into a correct sequence, add text
messages graphics, add sound effects, color correct and color grade to
transform them into a polished video.
Project 2B - Production Shoot Trailer
We're made into a group to do a production shoot of some clips from the
movie "Everything Everywhere All At Once". Each member were assigned
different roles and encouraged to collaborate. After, we've shoot the
video and audio clips, we edit them into a trailer. We are given the
freedom to express our creativity in how we make the plot with
supporting texts, sound, and color grading.
All of the editing was done using Premiere Pro.
PROCESS WORK
Project 2A - Lalin
I started my work for Lalin on week 3. I downloaded all the contents
and make the sequence for Lalin according to the storyline. At this point, I'm not totally sure how it
should be done and what my final result would be like, so I only focus on
trimming the clips and
inserted them in the right order.
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| Figure 1.1 Downloaded Graphics & Audio |
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| Figure 1.2 Downloaded Video Clips |
On week 4, I adjusted the timings for my clips so the end product in
total is exactly 35 seconds.
On week 5, I placed the graphics of text messages to relate with the
sequence of the clips I've done. I followed my memory of the original Lalin
story. I also muted the video to make it easier for me to focus on editing the
sound effects later.
On week 6, I put the
sound effects of text message
notification in accordance to the text graphic. I managed the
ambience sound to emphasize the
back-and-forth-switch between Lalin and astronaut. I altered the volumes using
clip mixer to increase the sound effect and reduce the ambience. I also did
minor adjustments on the clips' timing and graphic, and audio (bubble chat notification sound effects & ambience) to polish
everything.
On week 7, we are taught how to do color correction & grading in
Adobe Premiere Pro. In class we follow along and finished editing our Lalin
video. Below is the detailed instructions on how to do color correction &
grading.
- Window - workspace: Color
- Add comparison view to toolbar
- before/after & reference/current
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full screen/half screen (horizontal-vertical, switchable)
- Lumitree scope
- Waveform: Luma (exposure)
- Parade: RGB (color)
- Color Correct
- Basic Correction (light):
- Exposure: light & dark
- Contrast: difference of light & dark
- Highlights: lightest points (80-120 in graph)
- Shadow: darkest points (0-20 in graph, darkest 0-5)
- Whites
- Blacks
- Color Grade (create new adjustment layer to edit all clips together: folder - file - new - adjustment layer).
- Basic Correction (color)
- White balance (eyedropper) - tells software what is white: automatically adjust color
- Temperature (cold-warm)
- Tint (green-purple)
- Saturation
- Color Wheels & Match:
- Midtones: usually orange for human (skintone)
- Highlight
- Shadow
Underneath is my Lalin video edit result.
Project 2B - Production Shoot Trailer
We began our process in class on week 4. We were placed into groups and
was instructed to
decide each other's role for our
production shoot next week. I initiated to be the assistant director whose
main job is to manage schedules (time & location), guide crews, prepare
all things necessary, take notes, and handle unexpected issues to ensure the
production runs well according to target. I am someone who likes structure and
organized plans, so I felt that this position suits me.
On week 5, we did a
team shooting practice. We get to know and experience directly what our job is as the specified
role. However, the initial director for my team was not present, so I got
chosen to replace her on the spot. I was very nervous since I have never
directed a production shoot before. But, at the same time, I was also quite
excited and interested to my first opportunity as a director! Below are the
plan we've discussed and prepared as a team.
Then the awaited day! On week 6 we did our
production shoot. All of us came at 2.30 p.m. and immediately focus on our own
responsibilities. Though we have divided our tasks, most of us didn't hesitate
to helped each other cross division. As a result, we are able to finish on
time at 5.50 p.m. I'm glad we enjoyed our process and didn't overly stress.
Afterall, all is just a learning experience. Below is the documentation of our
process along with the audio and video result.
After "it's a wrap", we were assigned to edit the clips gathered from our
production shoot to create a trailer. Below is my trailer sequence.
On week 7 In class, we were given a tutorial on how to do color
correcting & grading, and we were told to apply it with our own creativity
to our project. Underneath is my editing process.
Below is the result of my trailer.
FEEDBACKS
Week 3 & 4
- Start working on Lalin's sequence & graphic, slowly progress so it's easier at the end.
Week 5
- Come early, don't be late, support each other.
- Be independent, time is limited, no time to explain, need to fully understand everything to do.
Week 6
- Collaborate & include every member in making importan/final decisions.
- For Lalin, since all the clips are connected and continuous, color correction is a must.
- For trailer, all clips are separate, so color correct for consistency is not needed (exception: extreme differences). Focus in color grading and use many different color for the individual clips.
REFLECTION
Experience
In project 2, the instructions given wasn't super strict, so we had room for
creativity. I had much fun doing exploration and expression in my works. I
had a chance to do what I like, in my style. I'm also overjoyed by the group
assignments. It pushes me out of my comfort zone to communicate and work
together with others. Working with others also enabled me to reflect on my
own strengths and weaknesses. Overall I'm grateful to have a pleasant
experience in learning video shooting & editing.
Observation
Since I'm still a beginner in the world of shooting & editing, I noticed
the need for me to reach out to external opinion and guidance in order to
gain a more accurate perception to my work. I couldn't fully trust on my
senses and skills yet.
Findings
Through this project, I got to understand more about the world of projection
shooting I barely comprehend. I was able to build my experience in working
in a team with crews of different expertise with proper tools. I was exposed
to new terms in the different fields of shooting, from camera, lighting,
acting, properties, set, costume, make-up, and many more. I also knew the
components of video editing clearer and deeper from doing the two parts of
the project. In summary, this project does improve my knowledge and my skill
both in shooting and editing.
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