Teqneekes

For the video we will be using the split screen technique, at least for some of it. The screen will be split into five screens and the images in the screens will be alternated between the band members and the extras.

One Polaroid on the wall, up to 100...fluctuating back and forth almost like stop motion.

We have also thought of another technique which we may use, for one or two of teh performance shots we may blur the movement of the band to kind of create a ghost trail behind them.


Added by Annie on 20.09.08:
Although I love the power standing behind the camera gives me - editing is by no means second best! Music is music and video clips are just lots of pictures joined up, editing is like nothing else. Not only are we desperate for this video to be successful in the way that it's punchy and impactful, more than anything we want to iliminate ANY chance of continuity error. In the past, this has been trickier than we originally thought.
However, in this blog, we'll talk about techniques which will keep our audience's eyes glued to the screen, such as:
(As Dan and Mynnion said) Split screen
Stop motion
and for the 'as live' footage, a blur effect

We're excited as can be after getting really good marks in our Thriller projects last year. We'll be using the same software- Final Cut. I'm completely stoked as I've been waiting for an excuse to use all the features again. Obviously, for synching purposes we have to use the roll, ripple, slip, slide, and of course razor blade tools (although we might use flash synching anyway)

There are a few techniques we are really biased against this time, a shorter list than the tools we DO want to use. As we would particularly like the editing to suit the song's message and there aren't any slow bits, we don't see the song as fade-worthy. As yet we have thought a lot more about the ideas for shots in the performance stage, instead of the narrative side of things, which I assume may lead to improvisional editing methods and a slightly more abstract feel.
Although we have been advised to follow a strict plan of action, playing the song repeatedly from different angles in different locations, if something looks particularly shocking and is thought to suit a certain part of the song, we may use it as a cutaway and stick it in where we like.

We're all aware of the importance of knowing the song inside out before the editing stage. I hope we're all free for the shoots, but if not, I'm sure the song will be a fantastic annoyance to us all forever more! I don't doubt it will be overplayed.

After capturing the footage on Final Cut, we'll use Opt+ Cmnd+W to see the wave forms and the marker to clearly represent moments in the song which will carry us towards the rough edit.

I've thought about using the colour glow tool to accentuate light flares, if any. Just to add a little sparkle. I've also thought of a few ideas about bringing Photoshop into the equation, adding keying layers and creating a unique feel.

Wow, this went on a long time. Now, to other school work!
What a Saturday night.