Friday, 11 July 2014

'Final Documentary'

(POST PRODUCTION FOR DOCUMENTARY)- secondary sources credited
http://kevinmcguirewriter.com/2012/12/14/will-there-be-a-zombie-apocalypse/attachment/53/
(image of a zombie used as background for graphics)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rye0qmX66Cw
(video used for montage) - World War Z.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLquz4Iz-30
(video used for montage) - Shaun of the Dead.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ve0ancSwldI
(video used for montage) - The walking Dead.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WeNCdZnXs-U
(video used for montage) - Dawn of the Dead.

http://facts.randomhistory.com/zombie-facts.html
(facts)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwBqFJl_RNo
(music)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5XtauVeFGc
(music)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tn4vwnePtAY
(video)

http://storiesbywilliams.com/2013/05/02/big-news-2/zombie-attack-3/
(image)

'Production log - 6'

1) What progress did you make since your previous entry?
Since my previous entry the progress that I have made has been the completion of all voice overs as well as the completing the post production process has been finalised with the additional background music in order to add to my documentary mood. Once I finished all the necessary parts included in my documentary I had uploaded/exported my clip onto youtube where I had embedded it on my blog.
2) What logistical challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?
The logistical challenges that I had faced during this week was to do with my voice over as my presenter was not available I had overcome this through finding another replacement for the voice over this also worked efficiently.
3) What technical challenges did you face this week and how did you overcome them?
The technical challenges that I had faced this week was to do with importing files for the voice recorder as I had uploaded them incorrectly I managed to overcome this situation through seeking assistance and re uploading them again.
4) What targets do you aim to achieve before your next entry?
As this is my final my production log I will  upload all my essential documents relating to my factual TV assignment.

Monday, 7 July 2014

'Production log - 5'

1) What progress did you make since your previous entry?
Since my previous entry I had completed filming additional cutaways to add into my documentary as this was one improvement that needed to be made. I also included all the necessary graphics within the documentary which is used to state the questions I had asked all my interviewees. Once I had finished all the necessary targets I had indented to achieve before the following week this gave me time to prepare a checklist with what had to be done by next week.
2) What logistical challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?
During this week I didn't face any logistical challenges which was beneficial for me as this time efficient enabling me to focus on my editing in order to reach the completion deadline effectively.
3) What technical challenges did you face this week and how did you overcome them?
The technical challenges that I had faced this week was to do with the 'live type' graphics software as I wasn't able to upload the graphics due to an error. However I managed to over come this situation by deleting the corrupt file and starting again which then worked effectively.
4) What targets do you aim to achieve before your next entry?
The targets that I aim to have achieved before my next entry is to off completely finish off the last production stage of editing as this will then enable me to have the time of rendering and uploading the documentary on to youtube as this can be quite time consuming.

Friday, 4 July 2014

'Production log - 4'

1) What progress did you make since your previous entry?
Since my last blog entry for the production log I had managed to complete my documentary up to my half way point which is efficient for me to complete my editing then make all the necessary improvements essential for getting my target grade. I had re filmed all my needed shots that needed to be re-done as this had the footage seem for professional as I have no budget.
2) What logistical challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?                                                                                              The logistical challenges I had faces was based on the lighting when filming as this had slightly impacted on the footage as the sun had reflected on to the shot making it unclear to see as well as time consuming. I managed to overcome this challenge by re-taking the shot in another angle to prevent the light from affecting the shot.
3) What technical challenges did you face this week and how did you overcome them?
During this week the challenges I had faced was due to the tripod handle was jammed, however we managed to overcome this problem by resolving it through the use of  seeking help from a member of staff.
4) What targets do you aim to achieve before your next entry?
My targets I aim to achieve by next week is that I finish of my overall project for my draft deadline as this will enable me to make relavent changes and improvements.

Thursday, 26 June 2014

'Production log - 3'

1) What progress did you make since your previous entry?
The progress that I have accomplished since my previous production log entry is the completion of filming has been done however there are a few shots that need to be re-done. I have also completed the introduction for my post production stage of my documentary enabling me to a good follow as I have included a range of cutaways.
2) What logistical challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?
During this week I didn't face any logistical challenges which benefited me effectively as this saved time.
3) What technical challenges did you face this week and how did you overcome them?
The technical challenges I had faced this week was based on saving my footage onto a scratch disk which didn't work however I managed to overcome this situation by re-starting the process from the begining in order for it to be working correctly.
4) What targets do you aim to achieve before your next entry?
The targets that I hope to achieve before my next entry is to complete my documentary to a half way point as this enables me to have time to re-do shots as well as reaching the deadline efficiently.

Monday, 16 June 2014

'Production log - 2'


1) What progress did you make since your previous entry?
Since my previous entry I managed to complete a load of filming ranging from different sections from the narrative arc. Some of these sequences included of interviews, vox pop, opening and closing sequences and summaries too. I have also  booked in my final interview from  an expert which will take place this week.

2) What logistical challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?
During this week we had faced logistical challenges from the un-level flooring (surface) which effected the steadiness of the camera. We managed to overcome this challenge through the use of finding objects to put underneath the tripod in order to make it steady and look professional throughout this process.

3) What technical challenges did you face this week and how did you overcome them?
During the production section of this week we didn't face any difficulties what would specifically impact any of the filming as which enabled us to film all my essential footage without any hassle.

4) What targets do you aim to achieve before your next entry?
The targets that I hope to achieve before my next entry is to start all my necessary graphics and the rest of the filming that will be done this week as this will enable me to move on to the editing stage more efficiently as I will be able to link the graphics the relevant  effects relating to each section of the narrative arc.