video overview slides
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These slides present a brief review of some basic concepts in video storytelling. They were designed to accompany an introduction and review session for a video storytelling workshop.TRANSCRIPT
Telling Stories with VideoVideo Storytelling for Journalists
- Jeremy Caplan [@jeremycaplan]
From Shooting to EditingReviewing the Key Elements of Video Storytelling
The PlanBrief Review of Key Video Fundamentals ... Looking Ahead at Next Steps
Basics of Visual StorytellingActions. Reactions. Motion. Emotion.
Basic SequenceIn a sequence, the subject DOES something.
Words and sounds supplement that action.
They clarify the subject & action and add insight.
Video Examples*
The 4 DistancesWide.
Medium.
Close.
Extremely close.
The 4-8-12 4 shots. [Wide. Medium. Close. Extra-Close]
8 angles. [Variety of visual perspectives]
12 seconds. [Hold each shot 12 seconds]
The 5 Shot RuleWatch the 1-Minute 5 Shot Demo
URL: bit.ly/5shotrule
The Flip Video CameraPress the Big Red Button. Press it Again. Done.
5 Tips for the Flip
Exporting a SequenceSharing the Finished Product
Your AssignmentGather Video about a Process
Some Other Examples:Fish Doctor
Friars of the Bronx
A Life Alone
Music as Therapy
The 5 Shot SequenceClose up on the hands.
Close up on the face.
Wide shot.
Over-the-shoulder shot.
Creative shot of your choice.
The 4 DistancesWide.
Medium.
Close.
Extremely close.
The 4-8-12 Approach4 shots.
8 angles.
12 seconds.
Basics of Visual StorytellingActions. Reactions. Motion. Emotion.
What’s Next?Looking Back and Looking Ahead
Visit: vimeo.com/groups/videostorytelling