Soulful Storytellers

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Creative Mindsets for Storytelling Success

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Before We Begin...

Introduction to Storytelling Overview

Video Production—What Sets Videography Apart from Photography?

The Role of the Storyteller—What Does It Take To Communicate Effectively?

Anatomy of a Story—What Makes a Good Story?

Next Steps — Creating Stories With Depth

Get to Know Your Equipment Overview

Camera Equipment—Birth Filmmakers Kit Essentials

Audio Equipment—Optimise the Quality of Your Audio Recording

Camera Operation—Video Related Camera Settings

Lighting Solutions—Filming in Low Light and Fixing Banding

Camerawork Essentials Overview

Camerawork Fundamentals—Three Dimensions of Videography

Static Shots—Harnessing Movement Within the Frame

Camerawork Assignment: Practice Static Shots

Moving Shots—Introducing Camera Movement

Camerawork Assignment: Practice Moving Shots

Creative Shots—Spicing Up Your Camerawork

Camerawork Assignment: Practice Creative Shots

Case Study: Grey's Anatomy (Identify Shot Types and camera Techniques )

Camerawork Wrap Up Q&A

Importance of Audio

Dialogue—Establish Authenticity, Personality and Connection

Narratives—Drive Your Story and Add Depth to Your Films

Talking Heads—Communicate Important Information and Establish Connection

Ambient Sound—Establish Atmosphere and Sense of Place and Time

Music—Drive Your Visuals, Reinforce Stylistic Choices and Evoke Emotion

Sound FX—Reinforce Your Visuals and Build Immersive Soundscapes

Silence—Create Breathing Room and Heighten the Authenticity of a Moment

Recording Quality Audio

Assignment: Recording Audio