Group: Evaluation of Editing

The coursework deadline is on Friday, so to edit efficiently is hugely important. We have done multiple filming sessions so the amount of footage we have shot has been very high. It is imperative that we select the shots that we will probably use and delete the ones that will certainly not feature, as this ensures the timeline is not too cluttered with an excessive amount of footage, which becomes confusing.

The editing so far has been largely successful. We have been pleased with the shots we have, which makes the task of editing simpler. We have cut footage precisely, being aware to cut when a specific beat in the music is noticeable. With more practise, our skill at doing this has increased significantly. Also, we have used a variety of tools on the editing software; 'Premiere Elements 9'. These include the use of 'time stretcher', which gives us the ability to speed up or slow down a shot for a specific purpose. The use of 'color balance' and similar effects provide our images with a sharper, more visually appealing look. It has the ability to make precise parts of a shot look better, by making the colour of the objects bolder, or fainter according to the look you wish to adopt. For example, we altered the saturation and added a darker look to one of the shots on the lilo, to connote a feeling of concern and trepidation to the viewer.

A challenge we face editing is the difficulty of getting it all completed before the deadline. There is a pressure to ensure there is continuity as we have a narrative based music video. Editing is a lengthy process, but to overcome this difficulty, we will as a group edit at lunch times, after school and during free periods to ensure we meet the deadline.

In evaluation, if we spend our time editing, we our confident that we can complete our music video and make it successful. Also, if we continue to include a variety of effects, we believe that our music video could be successful in creating an abstract and artistic look.