editing blog

Today in class we did not edit. This is because we have not begun filming. However, we will begin filming tomorrow after school. So, during class today we discussed how we will edit our footage. My group and I decided since we will be filming on an iPhone, we will edit on Imovie. This seems to be the most simple way considering our short timeframe. We also have heard from other students, they find this the best way to edit. Additionally, for our last project, my group and I used Imovie to edit. So, this seems like the best method since we are all familiar with it. Also, we will be editing outside of class, and our computers at home do not have sophisticated software like Pinnacle Studios to edit footage. Moreover, we will edit our footage over the weekend by using our groupmate's MacBook laptop. While she will be doing most of the editing, we have discussed in advance how we will edit the video. Most of the scenes will be edited as-is. So we will not alter the footage, however, we will change up some of the other scenes. For example, in some scenes, we will try to add different lighting or slow down the timing. We agreed that even though it is more difficult, this will help make the project look more professional.
Moreover, when we edit, it will take a lot of time to go through all the footage and pick out the usable shots. Then, since our videos can be longer than 1 minute and 15 seconds, this process will be longer. This is because we will film as much as we can, so we do not have to go back and re-film later on. Then, since we have a time limit for our video we will need to trim and cut footage. Luckily, we have been watching other students edit, and understand how to do most of this. Additionally, sound is an important component in the editing process. Specifically, because this project is a music video. So, we will need to not only mute all sound, but add in the song we chose, "I Gotta Feeling." We have figure out how to do this on Imovie. This is another benefit of using iMovie. Overall, we have not started editing yet, but we know we will get it done fast, and have a plan on how to do it.

filming blog

The Thanksgiving Break has passed and we have not filmed. This is because of Thanksgiving day and Black Friday. It affected our plans, since everyone was busy. Specifically, one group mate, Amanda, was out of town. So, while we had planned on filming with out her, it did not work out. This is because there is only 3 of us. So, while we can film with just 2 people, it is difficult to find other people to use their free time to help us film. Therefore, we decided to just wait until she is available to film with us. So, this friday after school we have plan to film. We will all meet up at the group mate’s house closest to the school. Hopefully, the filming goes well so we can start editing. Unfortunately, we will be somewhat rushed since we are behind some our other classmates. But we have already talked about how we will edit. This will help us since we can easily complete our editing this weekend. So, once we film, the project will come together very fast. 

In the meantime, we will continue to discuss how we will film. We have talked about what we will bring to our group mate’s house to help film. We will each bring multiple outfits. This is for the different scenes of us doing different things. Additionally, we will secure a car to help drive us to different places. Then, for the other props we will not need additional preparation. This is because our group mate will have most of the things at her house. Our plan is to first start off at her house with the living room scene. Then we will change locations to the mall. Next, we will shoot multiple scenes out side, having fun. We will need to get to the different places in a short amount of time. This is because it is after school, so we only have so much time before we need to go home. This will make the process difficult since the places we need to go are far from eachother. However, we are all determined and will make it work. So, now that we have a date and plan, the project will soon be completed.