Production- So Far

After filming my rough cut before Christmas I have now got at least 2 minutes worth of footage.
Footage that I have uploaded and started editing. Using the programme Final cut express, the programme I used for my AS production. The fact that I have used this before speeds up my editing and completion time as I can use it freely and productively.
Camera movement
When filming the rough cut I have found a problem with the framing of my shots.

When I go and film again I will rectify this.
Camera movement
I'm pleased I have spotted it when editing my rough cut not actual footage.
The shots are ever so slightly shaky.

I want to avoid this as it's something that I keep doing. Even when playing back on the camera it is very difficult to see.
Its something that was evident in my AS production and I'm determined for it to not be in my  A2 video.
I think the best things I could do is to make sure...
-That the tripod is at the correct height and each leg is at and equal height
-The tripod is not on an uneven surface
-To leave extra film over actual filming time to make sure it's already recording before the performance
-To stay away from the tripod when filming static shots
- When using the dolly take more time and move slowly and make sure I have good control over the movement.
As I am focusing on Synth pop genre I do not need to allow for a lot of editing as the majority of Synth pop music videos are very basic with little use of editing.
Although this is the case I still plan to include transitions such as, blurring, slow-motion and cross fades.
By doing this I'm keeping to the simplicity of synth pop videos but showing my skills.
Not only that but I want to keep the audience interested in the video. Split screens and use of lighting will add a different element of the standard synth pop look but I will be keeping to the Hurts lack of colour look and will keep the film black and White to allow the audience to still understand the genre and show all the conventions of a synth pop video
Although I have an hour media lesson tomorrow to make changes on the rough cut an possibly get some teachers feedback.

I have decided to refine my story board as I think there are areas that I could make changes too.
I have planned to film next Tuesday in the pit and will be using two cameras this time. I have a friend to help me with the lighting and another to use the other camera.
My target is to be more clear on my dancers and actors instructions and try to get the best results I can by brig clear when communicating making sure they understand exactly what they need to do and improve particular areas like framing, shot movement and dance timings.