This video is from the second shooting and editing assigment of our class. We had three main goals 1) conduct a video interview with an expert or interesting person, 2) learn how to shoot with a tripod, and 3) learn how to shoot B-roll. When my original story idea fell through, I heard the University Gospel Choir was starting practice for its annual Spring Gospel Tour. I considered Pastor David Richardson to be an expert on the choir and gospel music since he’s invested many years into singing and directing. I decided to try to capture the atmosphere of the choir’s practice and the relationships which has made the choir a solid student organization on campus.
Since it was my first time working with an external mic and tripod, I was really concerned about setting up the equipment correctly. Now, I wish that I had gotten a closer shot of the subject’s face during the interview. This would have also cut out a lot of the distracting background. Mindy also pointed out that I had too many medium shots in a row. I should have varied my angles more and included some close-ups to add visual interest. I also played around with narration and editing audio for the first time.
What I liked most about the video was the sound. I think full sound, high energy and constant movement of the choir added visual interest.
But I would like to know what you think. Please view the video and give your feedback.
Wow, I know how much work that is being a broadcast journalism student and I found your blog because it was suggest as a related topic and I love seeing someone else share a similar experience. I do like the video a lot !
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Thanks RyAnn! I’m glad you enjoyed the video. I actually have a background in print journalism, and last year I started studying how to shoot and edit video. I really enjoy this form of storytelling.