Multimedia Journalist
Week 2
Personal Project
I completed the second pass of grading, initial audio edit and achieved vision lock for my feature film, Aphelion. I also created a temporary poster and an initial trailer so it could be entered into the Sydney Film Festival through Filmfreeway. Video hosted by my co-producer Jon Cohen of Ravenswood Films
Screen III Film Production
After my screenplay was selected in week 1 and groups formed, I chose and was assigned the role of Director of Photography. After leading the initial meetings to get the team on track, I have let go and allowed the other students to fullfill their role with confidence. I found several potential cast members on Starnow and passed on the details to the rest of the crew to contact and audition.
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Before and during the tutorial I discussed the creative direction with the Director and team, using their script notes to edit a final version of the screenplay ready for production. I also wrote the tagline and synopsis.
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I arranged to have access to professional production equipment for the shoot, including lights, stands, shotbags, additonal grip gear, and a Panasonic EVA1. I plan to use a selection of cannon prime cinema lenses for the desired look.
Class Activity
Assigned group 3 to make a chase film. Acting again, I stepped back and advised with blocking, story elements, shot choice and use of equipment, but mostly let the other members of the team lead the final creative decision making.