Film Production

Audio is the difference between a good film and an exceptional film. Filmmakers should choose a location which is quite. A shotgun mic or lavaliere mic should be used to pick up sound close to the camera and block background sound. The scene your shot is taken in is also a huge contribution to film making. It is used to capture your audience and keep them focused. Controlling the elements of a scene is important because it will allow you to remove distractions and create a set which would appeal to the viewer. Filmmakers, like photographers, use the law of thirds to position the object to appeal to the viewer's eye. To create this effect, the object should always be looking towards the empty space on the frame. Instead of aligning the object's center with the middle of the frame, position it on the upper or 1/3 down area. The six basic camera shots are;

• extreme wide shot
• wide shot
• medium shot
• medium close up
• close up
• extreme close up

Adding an on camera host will create a more inviting production by interacting with the audience. Looking at the camera with confidence enthuses the viewer. You should be yourself but incorporate animation and excitement as well as knowledge about the subject you're filming. Tripods are used to stabilize the camera.