Next term, I will use a range of skills from this prelim task to produce the best possible work:
- Lip Syncing - this skill is extremely useful, as it helps create a more convincing video as the performers will genuinely look like they are singing the song if they are properly lip syncing to the music, therefore making the music video better.
- Costume Organisation - I have found that having more than one option is a good idea, as it means any mishaps can most likely be fixed, and the best possible costume can be picked from a selection, as well as finding a costume that the performer is comfortable in.
- Shoot Organisation - the day of the shoot was planned so each shot was allocated a set time frame in which to be filmed, with time at the end to re-shoot any scenes where necessary. I think this is probably the best way to organise a shoot, as it means we didn't get stuck on one particular shot, and therefore finished slightly early, yet it also compensates for any problems or need for retakes as there is time at the end. When planning the shoot for my own music video, I think this is the most efficient method to use.
- Performing - I also learnt how to be more confident in front of the camera during the shoot, as being on the professional set helped me to get into 'character' quickly, as I knew there was a set schedule to stick to. This distracted me from nerves so I could perform as best as I could.
- Editing A Music Video - I also gained knowledge on how to edit for a music video, rather than a film opening. For example, having to edit both a performance bed and a loose narrative - like the pool scenes and the boy band performing on the white set, to name one example. I had to make sure that the narrative still made sense when broken up by a performance shot.
I also learnt how to edit to time, like the four cigarettes being in time with the lyrics of the song.
I can use this for my own video, as I now know more about what is required for a music video, as when editing the original video was broken down into individual shots, so I was able see the structure more clearly. - Make-Up - I also learnt that make-up for music videos is different to everyday make-up, as it needs to be more visible so it shows up on the camera. For example, more foundation is used to make the performer's skin more smooth and flawless. I can transfer this knowledge to my own music video as when we do our own shoots we can make sure the make-up is to the same standard. I also learnt that it is useful to test the make-up before the shoot day so it can be quickly done and not an added stress.
- Props - I also learnt that props should be organised far in advance, so any problems can be fixed before the actual shoot day. I also think it was useful for actors to practice interacting with them before the shoot so they know what to do straight away - for example, I worked out positions on the bike with Tasha and Jasmine during rehearsals, so I could quickly organise myself for the shot on the day of the shoot.
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