Video and Sound Production - FINAL PROJECT

(Week 5  - Week 14 ) [Deadline : Week 14]
Edita Chew En Thung / 0357357 
Video and Sound Production / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media / Taylor's University
Final Project : Stop Motion

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Table of Content

1. INSTRUCTIONS

2. PROCESS

3. FEEDBACK

4. REFLECTION

5. FURTHER READING

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INSTRUCTIONS

fig 1.0 | Module Information booklet (MIB)

Students need to create a stop motion video based on a given theme. They can use voice overs, sound effects, and music to tell an engaging story. The video should have no more than two characters or locations, and focus on a single event, using no more than 15 shots.

Before filming, students must present and get approval for their storyboard. The final video must be submitted in digital format with the following specifications:

- Screen Resolution: 1080p (Full HD), 16:9 (Wide Screen)

- Frame Rate: 24/25 fps

- Field Option: Progressive Scan

- Audio Quality: 48 kHz, 16-bit stereo

Week 11 In class Exercise - stop motion

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FINAL STOP MOTION

PROCESS

Moodboard/inspo:

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Proposal Slides:

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Title: The Hare and The Fox

Storyboard:

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Background prop Process:

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I started to paint the trees on an artblock using poster colour, and cut it out.

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I added some mushy greenery I have left from my Foundation in Design, to create little bushes around the trees I stuck onto a cardboard painted green. Then, I added a black background that I painted on an artblock and stuck it behind the trees to create that dark background.

Character clay model(s) Process:

I then kneaded the clay to create the 2 characters of my stop motion, a fox and a rabbit.

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I mixed the clay to the colour I desired and also made a log for the rabbit to sit on and a broken heart for the rabbit to hold.

Recording & Sourcing Audio Effects Process:

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I recorded my own voice to create the whimpering of the bunny and the sniffling of the fox to better fit the stop motion video. The rest of the bushes rustling and the ambience of the forest was added from freesound.org .

Editing in Premiere Pro Process:

I imported the images and then open a new sequence to edit the stop motion images a whole video instead of images like how I usually do to videos.

After that, I imported the audios I gathered and recorded onto the video after I edited the basic adjustments of the lighting and colour correcting and grading.

The audio was cropped and some using the razor tool to cut some parts out to better piece them together to create a smoother outcome.

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I changed the pitch using pitch shifter to make the pitch higher for the rabbit and lower for the fox.

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I reduced the audio gain to "-20" or "-10" or even "+5" to some as I tweaked it to my preferences.

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I also made the audio effect for the background to sound slightly different by pulling the left and right downwards to give the desired outcome of the effect.

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I added exponential fade to the audio at the front and back to have a more smooth transition to each other.

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I added "graphics" text at the front and back of the video to conclude the video and place the title as well as my name at the beginning of the video.

Google Drive link : HERE. (only accessible to lecturer)

‼️Link to Video/Youtube & PPRO file in Google Drive (Proposal slides) ‼️

FEEDBACK

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REFLECTION

In this module, I demonstrated creative use of various software tools to enhance my video and sound production skills. I effectively utilised digital media to promote and communicate my design concepts and solutions. This included using editing software to create seamless transitions, applying sound effects to enhance the narrative, and utilising digital platforms to share and critique work. These skills not only helped in producing high-quality content but also in conveying my ideas more clearly and effectively.

Throughout the module, I employed various ideation strategies to assess and evaluate my prototypes and final products. This process involved synthesising feedback, making necessary adjustments, and continually refining my work. By critically analysing each stage of production, I was able to identify strengths and areas for improvement. This iterative process of evaluation and development ensured that the final outcome was well thought out and polished, showcasing my ability to think critically and adapt to new information.

One of the key personal competencies I developed during this module was flexibility in managing change. The nature of video and sound production often involves dealing with multiple demands and unexpected challenges. I learned to adapt to new ideas and approaches, whether it was incorporating last-minute feedback or troubleshooting technical issues. This adaptability not only improved my project outcomes but also prepared me for future projects where managing change is inevitable.

FURTHER READING

"Video Production: Disciplines and Techniques" by Jim Foust and Edward J. Fink is a comprehensive guide that covers the entire video production process from start to finish. It begins with an introduction to the fundamentals of video production, emphasising storytelling and the role of video in modern media. The pre-production section focuses on concept development, scriptwriting, storyboarding, and effective planning and budgeting. During production, the book delves into camera work, lighting techniques, sound recording, and directing. Finally, the post-production section covers editing, including software tools and techniques, sound design, and preparing the final product for distribution. This book provides a thorough understanding of both the technical and creative aspects of video production, making it an essential resource for students and professionals alike.