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Non-Linear Editing (NLE) environment: Advanced techniquesAdvanced Editing techniques: Slip, Slide and Role editing; working with the Trim Edit window.Understanding filters: the Filters Tab; Preview filters; Modify and removing filters; Share and save filters; Applying filters to multiple clips; Applying audio filters.Basic Colour Correction Techniques: understanding colour adjustments, applying the colour corrector 3-way filter, viewing colour changes, white balance correction and adjusting contrast.Chromakeying: working with blue or green screen backgrounds (linked to TV studio work).Introduction to basic compositing, keyframing and motion effects.Finishing requirements: understanding Codec considerations; Marking files for inclusion within DVD Studio Pro (DVD-R file format). Exporting files for DVD-ROM, CD and the Web.
Development of technical and creative competencies
Technical familiarisation with the DV Camcorder. Single and three/four point lighting; Use of radio, lavaliere and hand-held microphones; Interview techniques. Introduction to use of green screen technologies. Post-production use of chromakey material.
Project Development Formats: Documentary and News Reporting. Overview of other creative formats - music, drama, and artistic video material. Identification and development of project requirements: idea and topic generation, treatment submission, team roles and responsibilities, scheduling and reconnaissance issues.Team consultation sessions with lecturer.Project 1: Development of treatment, storyboard/shot list, style and rationale for video project 2, including consultation session with course lecturer (Formative Evaluation).Project 2: Implementation of topic from project 1 (Summative Evaluation).Emphasis will be placed on developing a documentary or news style project on an agreed topic. Suggestions for other formats, such as a music video or drama piece will only be considered on the individual merits of the project and the relevant team's skills and competencies.
N.B. the final project may be considered for inclusion in a body of work within the Digital Video 3 module: Advanced Digital Video Production.
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