Media Services

Ways to Fix It

• Borrow Media Services equipment to ensure compatibility and quality.

• Avoid shooting in front of a sunny window. (excessive contrast range)
• Do not over use ZOOM.
• Watch for the lighting being too dark or too bright. (grainy image)
• Use a microphone to avoid excessive background noise, or move the camera closer.
• Use a tripod.

• Edit stations are available on a first-come first-serve basis.
• Start your project early so you allow adequate time to complete it.
• Media Services staff is available to help with video editing.

• This is what happens before the camera rolls. The script is written, story board is prepared, performers are cast and location is decided. This is also a good time to get familiar with the camera
• Be well prepared for production and editing by reviewing footage, selecting music or sound effects and by scripting your voice over.

• This is where you shoot the video footage. Record extra material as required i.e. ambient noise, scenics, cutaway shots, etc.

• This is everything that happens after the camera stops rolling. Included in this stage is the sound track, music, voice over, sound effects, editing, etc.

• Editing involves copying the footage from the tape to a computer hard drive (using iMovie or Final Cut Express software), cropping clips, applying effects and assembling the clips. Finally sound effects, music, and voice-overs are added.