Reflection: Rise Self Evaluation

Week 4 Reflection: Project Revision

As we come to the close of this wonderful class it is time to submit my Project Revision. I was very pleased with my original storyboard video. I decided the only thing I would be changing was the background music. My Peer review suggested I go in depth on my family and my walk with Christ, but I felt that would distract from my original goal of documenting the steps to my Full Sail Journey. Ms. Faria suggested I change the background music as she felt it was too upbeat and distracted the viewer. So I went with a more subtle beat that still remains Hip Hop but not so much in your face. I very much enjoyed this project as it has sparked the video creator inside me!

Week 4 Reflection: RISE Peer Feedback

Reflect: I related to your story for the simple fact it seemed like you felt restrained creatively at your previous college. This was also my case when I initially began college out of high school. It ultimately led me to take a "break" from school. I like how your work speaks volumes for your passion into photography. 

Inquire: When did you begin taking photos? What were the challenges you faced as you began your photo journey? Do you ever see your photography evolving into a bigger platform of video?

Suggest: I would suggest that you try to incorporate background music to your video. You could hear dead air between your words and pauses mid sentence. I would also suggest trying to use transition effects between your photos to make the video easier to watch.

Elevate: Perhaps you could expand your story by elaborating on what your previous college could not offer or do for you career wise. Expand on how Full Sail is helping you achieve these new creative goals. All in all I thought your video was great!

Week 3 Project: Digital Storytelling with Mobile Devices Challenge

Week 3 Project: Digital Storytelling with Mobile Devices Challenge

We used a number of different apps to create this video. We utilized the built in cameras on our different devices,  HCT Smartphone, Samsung Galaxy III Smartphone, iPhone, and iPad, to record all of the video clips. This was also how we gathered the images used in our Shot List. We used Voice Memo apps on both the iPhone and the Samsung Galaxy III for  audio clips. To aid in communication we also used the Google Hangout app to keep in touch when everyone was out and about. We were also able to keep the lines of communication open by using the email apps on our phones. All of the video editing was done through the VivaVideo app.

What was your role in the team?
My role on the team was actually two roles. I was responsible for the audio editing, as well as the video editing. This is what I consider my strengths to be so I was willing to take on these two roles. I will say the video editing process was a bit more difficult due to only using mobile devices. In the end it came out great.

What did you contribute?
I contributed to the the story idea, story plot and suggested different shots we should try to create. As mentioned in the above post I also contributed to the overall look of the video.

What surprised you about the challenge?
What surprised me the most was how easy it came together. My team did a fantastic job of working together and being patient with each other. It was a blessing to have the teammates I did. 

What are you most proud of?
Using only the mobile app Viva Video was very difficult . I am so proud of how fantastic it came out looking. This was one of my biggest accomplishments to date. 

Was it indeed a challenge? Why or why not?
It was indeed a challenge. As I mentioned above I was confident in my editing skills but the wrench in the plan came when I had to find a editing app on my cell phone. It was out of my comfort zone but I knew I could not let my teammates down!

Week 3 Practice: Shot List

Practice: Team Orgnization

For my team I am responsible for the Video Editing as well as the Audio Editing. I am essentially putting the video together, which I am really excited for. I have already started to storyboard the video so when I start receiving the videos it should be a smooth transition into creating a really cool video. I have got a good feel for Final Cut Pro so I am confident our video is going to come out wonderful.

SCRIPT

Video	Audio
*Insert Shot Suggestions here* Examples: Glass of water Running facet Pitcher of water	Latroya: We all know the benefits of drinking more water, but how do you get your honey pie to get more of the H2O? Introducing…
GFX: “Easy Ways to Get Your Man to Drink More Water”	All: Easy ways to get your man to drink more water!
Water bucket to Daryl’s face Smiles at camera and gives thumbs up	SFX: *splash* *ding*
Matt lying on the couch	Matt: Gee wiz, Honey, I sure am parched from all this hard work.  Can you grab me a beer?
Matt is handed a beer. Drinks, looks puzzled. Smiles at camera and gives thumbs up	Matt: Hey what’s the big idea this is water not beer? SFX *ding*
Karrie rolls out long strip of paper in one hand and pair of scissors in the other. Cuts paper in half. Smiles at camera and gives thumbs up	Karrie: Ok fella’s so here’s the deal, if you drink the extra water I will cut your honey do list in half. SFX *ding*
Daryl drinking a huge glass of water takes the last drink. Points to cheek and gets a kiss on the cheek. *repeat with kids* Smiles at camera and gives thumbs up	Daryl: Plant me one right here! SFX *ding*
Walks on camera holding 2 dishes, one with oatmeal one with pork chop’s, looks at dishes Sets the oatmeal down Smiles at camera and gives thumbs up and walks off camera.	Karrie:                                                      Ohhhh darling,  did you drink all your water today??? SFX *Yes* SFX *ding*
Holding a plate of cookies Sets down plate of cookies and removes glass of milk, replaced it with glass of water next to plate. Smiles at camera and gives thumbs up	Latroya: I know you have working hard at the office so I made you a special treat, but with a teeny tiny twist a roo. SFX *ding*
*Insert Shot Suggestions here* Examples: Glass of water Running facet Pitcher of water	Latroya: So to keep your fella happy and healthy, these are...
GFX: “Easy Ways to Get Your Man to Drink More Water”	All: Easy ways to get your man to drink more water!
Water bucket to Daryl’s face Smiles at camera and gives thumbs up	SFX: *splash* *ding*

Week 3 Exploration: Mobile App Review

Analysis: Businesses and Audiovisual Media

Full Sail did an excellent job of weaving what appears to be a sleek informercial into a nice short story about the growth and development of its potential student. The story in its essence is a classic build up infomercial. It starts by showing images of the campus, students interacting with each other and explaining a very brief statement on what Full Sail offers. It then proceeds to show potential students the "Project Launchbox" campaign. This campaign was established to provide students with a MacBook Pro laptop. This ables the student to create media anytime and anywhere. This part of the video is effective for enticing students to come to Full Sail. Potential students have already made up there minds about attending college, Project Launchbox is the icing on the cake for them establishing where to go.

The Dollar Shave Club ad isn't necessarily a story at a first glance. I found myself watching this video ad multiple times due to how funny it is. Dollar Shave Club did a very good job announcing a new product. The video as crude as it is, seems to spin a males's view on using a moist toilette to wipe during a bathroom visit. The comedy it rely's on is essentially the selling point for its new product "One Wipe Charlie". Dollar Shave Club seems to really understand how to engage the male customer. From my research this demographic seems to be pretty difficult due to the lack of men who are actually enthusiastic about shopping.

Science World created a musical lip singing video to promote its museum. After viewing it a few times I came to the conclusion this video was the least effective of the three. The theory behind the creation of the video is providing an upbeat visual with two very well known songs. It is apparent they are trying to convey how fun it is to be at the Science World museum but in my opinion the atmosphere comes off a bit awkward. If I was in charge of creating this video campaign I would have focus more of the content inside the museum as well as the workers themselves. This would have offered potential tourist a real insight ahead of time into the building. Instead this video makes the museum seem very big and make turn away potential tourist who don't feel like they have a large amount of time to walk around and view everything.

Week 2 Project: My Digital Story

Practice Voice Over

Practice Voice Over

Analysis: Businesses & The Visual Web

The visual content shared on Full Sails Pinterest account is basically a big advertising platform trying to appeal to the young student. On this site they visuals of housing available to students. They also show near by eateries as well as pictures of students pursuing certain degrees. They also have a section that shows how to decorate your macbook pro with decal stickers. This was a very appealing section that I could see getting students excited to become a student.

The content supports the Full Sail brand as it shows how exciting it can be as a student on campus or online. The pictures are modern and very direct as to how enjoyable it is to be at Full Sail. Each picture published seems calculated with the goal being to promote how potential students go to Full Sail to pursue an education that is "Exciting, Hip, and Modern".

Full Sail engages with its audience by allowing actual students to contribute pictures within the respected sections. This is a win-win for the brand because it allows potential students to connect with actual students essentially receiving free promotion from within.

The visual content shared on Dollar Shave Clubs Instagram account is a sleek in your face mixture of pictures specifically tailored to the American Male. With pictures of quirky sayings on their products such as "Shaving shouldn't be a bloodsport" the simple but effective approach to their pictures are apparent. There is also pictures randomly posted of big sandwiches that would be consumed by the man of the house. While the inclusion of these pictures seems a bit random, in the grand scheme of it all it makes perfect sense!

The content supports the Dollar Shave brand by showing the boxes in which the razors actually come in. As I stated in the above paragraph they show sayings such as " Close only counts in horseshoes and silky shaves" and "Carve the turkey not your face". These comical but true sayings directly connect with the grown man that is the core of their respected clientele.

Dollar Shave tends to engage with their audience by using a informative advertising approach. The only interaction I see within the platform from the audience is the "Likes". I'm sure there are other ways Dollar Shave interacts with its customers but on this Instagram page it seems to be a glorified billboard.

The visual content Science World provides on their Facebook page include informative videos as well as crisp and professional photos. There seems to be content provided by Science World as well as included submissions of photos and videos by its audience as well.

The content supports Science Worlds mission of promoting interesting facts about science. The photo themselves are what attracts the casual and hard core fan alike. Interesting news articles are included to strengthen the backbone of the message.

Science World probably does the best out of the three companies when it comes to interaction. The use of Facebook is essential in the fact that it is the most interactive with the audience. The platform allows for back and forth discussion as well as support from peers alike.

Week 2 Storyboard

My Week 2 Storyboard

I tried for 4 hours tonight to get my storyboard to embed properly. I was not successful. Some of the simple things we are asked to do for this class seem to be utterly difficult. Above is a link to the storyboard.

Week 2 Visual Communication Practice

This practice assignment was honestly pretty frustrating and time consuming. It took me over an hour to find a host site that allowed me to use images inside my mind cluster for free. I could not find rationalization in paying for apps to use on an assignment that was not worth any points other than what goes towards my professionalism grade. With that being said below is a cluster of "Strategy". All four images are of different board games. The top picture is of a board game called "Cash Flow" this is a game designed to teach and develop the brain to understand the risk and rewards of investments. The left picture is of the greatest strategy game ever invented. "Chess" is a two player strategy game that forces you to not only think about your move in front of you but the anticipation of your next moves as well as your opponents. The bottom picture is of troops playing the board game "Risk". This game involves deciding where to place your army and anticipate being invaded for you land as well as decided where to expand. The picture to the right is of "Settlers Of Catan". This board games helps you understand how to barter with fellow opponents as well as expand your reach to new resources. The strategy behind this game is extensive and really makes you exercise your thinking power. I believe board games are the most simplest but effective way to help build your thought process when it comes to strategy.