An Introduction to Sound, Image, and Motion
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2017
Pages: 110
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CHAPTER ONE Media Building Blocks
Sound, Image, and Motion Overview
Exercise One
Representation
Texts
Tone
Exercise Two
Vocabulary: Camera Shots and Compositions
The Silent Era
Modern Silent Film
Kuleshov and Montage
Creativity and Your Environment
Exercise Three
Video Scavenger Hunt Assignment
Visual Arguments
Principles of Design
Contrast and Juxtaposition
CHAPTER TWO Preproduction
Writing and Preproduction
1. Scene Heading
2. Action Slug
3. Character Name
4. Dialogue
Exercise One
The Essentials
Shot Lists
Storyboards
Budget
Schedule
Preproduction Inventory and Preproduction List
CHAPTER THREE Production
Shooting Protocol
Rehearsal
Quiet on the Set
On Set Shooting Protocol
Shot Schedule
Advice From the Pros
Incentives
Best Advice Ever
Safety
Exercise One: Video Press Kit
CHAPTER FOUR Post Production
Advanced Editing Terminology
Examining Mastery
Film Terms
Experimental Editing Techniques
Behind the Scenes and What to Do With Your Movie
The Artist Statement
On Music and Sound
Fair Use
Final Video Presentation
Exercise One
CHAPTER FIVE Documentary Practices
Documentary and Open-Ended Questions
Proposal Writing
Instruction for Proposal
Interviewing People
Ask Open-Ended Questions
Listen and Watch Attentively
Be Present and Establish a Relationship With the Source
Don’t Be Afraid to Ask
Make Your Subject Comfortable
Research Your Subject Beforehand
20 Questions
The Interview
Interview Tools
Interview Composition
Interview Transcript
Subject Photos
Video Documentation
Exercise One
CHAPTER SIX Narrative Practices
Understanding the Narrative
Exploring the Narrative
Focus on What Interests You
Be Prepared for Surprises
Ask Yourself: “How Could I Do This in Another Way?”
Create Every Single Day
CHAPTER SEVEN Beginning Animation and VFX
Presentation 1: What Is Adobe After Effects?
Basic Animation Workflow
Preproduction
Production
Post Production
Navigating the Timeline in After Effects
AV Panel
Layers Panel
Switches Panel
Modes Panel
Parent Panel
Duration Panel
Rules to Follow When Working in Adobe After Effects
Rule 1
Rule 2
Rule 3
Presentation 1: Rendering
Creating New Templates
First You Will Set the Render Settings
Now Create an Output Template
Instructions
Discussion: Music Used to Create Emotion
Type as a Design Element
Standard Video Resolution
Typeface
Point Size
Spacing
Text Color
Blending Mode
Placement
Project Design
Visual Interest/Timing
Presentation 2: Adding Sound
Tutorial Overview Steps to Import Sound
Basic Audio Editing in After Effects
Assignment: Animate Type to Music
Instructions
Discussion: File Management
Presentation 3: Type in Motion
Using Animation Presets
Rendering With a New Codec
Instructions
Part 1—Storyboard
Discussion: Tips and Tricks for After Effects
Presentation 4: A Logo in Motion
Getting Started with Adobe Illustrator
Rendering Your Animation
Part 1—Storyboard
Discussion: Functions and Tools in After Effects
Presentation 5: A Nod to Saul Bass
Part 2—Storyboard Frames With Footage and Sound
Discussion: Visual Affects That Create Emotion
Presentation 6: The Ken Burns Effect
Discussion: The Ken Burns Effect
Presentation 7: The Final Demo Reel
Dr. Greg LeSar lives and teaches in Tampa, Florida. He holds degrees in Philosophy, Film and
Digital Media, and Adult Education. His work combines film, sculpture, and qualitative research.
His area of interest focuses on the behaviors and consumption patterns of millennial culture.
His work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, recently appearing at The Venture
Compound Gallery in St Petersburg, Fl. His favorite movie is Predator.