You are to plan, write, shoot, edit, and finish a 3-5 minute documentary project of recorded narrative of any subject of your choice in accordance with classroom specifications.
CONTENT OBJECTIVES:
Advancing learning with the three stages of production: Preproduction, production, and post-production
Edit together interview and b-roll footage for narrative purposes
Developing the ability to plan and write but still be flexible with script material
Development of camera techniques and visual narrative storytelling
Further understanding of narrative, documentary, and compelling storytelling
Learn how to legally source, obtain, and effeciently edit existing material into your project
EXPECTATIONS:
Brainstorm ideas for your project. Write a brief statement articulating your story idea, story angle, and anticipated conclusions as well as the names and titles of the individuals you will be interviewing.
Research background information from credible sources.
Prepare questions for each subject being interviewed prior to actual filming.
Complete a narrative outline detailing the expected development of your narrative
Film interviews and b-roll footage
Legally source, obtain, and include existing material in an effecient way for your narrative
The finished piece must be between 3-5 minutes in length
MODIFICATIONS:
If a school camera or editing equipment is unavailable for any reason, this project can be completed with a cell phone and phone editing application. This assignment can be done either inside or outside of class. Topic may be assigned by the teacher or the student may be allowed to select a teacher-approved topic.
NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE:
Three stages of production
Brainstorming and planning process (narrative outline)
Shot composition, camera technique/operation, editing techniques
Basic interviewing techniques
Procurement and usage of existent material
POSSIBLE MATERIALS:
School camera/cell phone
Editing software/video editing app
Tripod
Lights
Microphone
Books, images, songs, music, online archives, etc.