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Assignment Brief Unit 26: Camera and Lighting Workshop Class Assignment 2: The Journey
Brief Information Project Title: The Journey Date Issued: 9
th
Year 1
Feb 2010
Mode of Assessment: DV or DVD, PPEF & PEF
Submission Date: 23rd March 2010
Tutor: Robbie Howlett
Assignment Outline Working in groups, you are asked to pre-produce, shoot and edit a 3-6 minute piece based on the title ‘The Journey’. You are encouraged to interpret this title in any way you choose. Your film does not need to be a literal journey; it can be anything that you might perceive as a journey. Consider the following guidelines: The title of the piece is ‘The Journey’ The piece should be no less than 3 minutes and no longer than 6 minutes There is no need for dialogue No interviews allowed This is not a music video, but you can use music All footage used must be original The idea is to tell a story with the use of images and sound, paying particular attention to sequencing and style. You are asked to develop and shoot your idea during class time!
Presentation Format The following presentation formats are recommended when submitting your essay for assessment: DV Tape or DVD (one tape per group – make sure all of your names are written on it) PEF & PPEF
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BTEC HND Unit 26: Camera and Lighting Workshop Class Assignment 2: The Journey
Grading Criteria To achieve a PASS the learner must meet all the assessment criteria identified in the brief.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA Outcomes 1. Operate a camera competently
2. Understand and use appropriate framing and timing of shots
3. Understand and use lighting equipment effectively
4. Evaluate camera and lighting work
Assessment Criteria use camera controls effectively produce pictures that are correctly exposed with colour balance use appropriate camera supports correctly use different size shots to create sequences frame shots in an appropriate way respond to appropriate commands when using the camera understand and use composition techniques for a variety of shooting situations understand lighting techniques for a variety of situations use a variety of lighting techniques operate equipment safely collect responses evaluate the suitability of work produced against criteria Evaluate own skills developed and the skills of others.
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Evidence DV footage DV footage DV footage DV footage DV footage DV footage DV footage
Tutor observation and PPEF, PEF DV footage PPEF, PEF Tutor observation, feedback from fellow learners, reflection on this in PPEF, PEF PPEF, PEF PPEF and PEF
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BTEC HND Unit 26: Camera and Lighting Workshop Class Assignment 2: The Journey MERIT To achieve a Merit grade, the learner must meet all the above PASS and show evidence of the following. Grade descriptor 1. Identify and apply strategies to find appropriate solutions.
Evidence DV footage shows effective judgments have been made.
2. Select and apply appropriate techniques
Programme shows appropriate camera and lighting techniques for a variety of filming situations.
3. Present and communicate appropriate findings
A range of methods of presentation have been used and technical language has been accurately used.
DISTINCTION To achieve a DISTINCTION grade, the learner must meet all the above PASS and MERIT criteria and show evidence of the following. Grade Descriptors 1. Use critical reflection to evaluate own work and justify valid conclusions
Evidence PEF shows high level of self and peer evaluation throughout the production
2. Take responsibility for managing and organising activities.
Activities have been managed and the unforeseen has been accommodated.
3. Demonstrate convergent/lateral and creative thinking
Programme shows creative thinking in treatment of submitted class assignment and project work, bringing many of the elements discussed in this unit together in a self-directed manner
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Peer Performance Evaluation Form Unit 26: Camera and Lighting Workshop Class Assignment 2: The Journey
Please rate each role in the group from 1-5.
Assigned Role:
Contribution
Team Work
(1=Poor, 2=Fair, 3=OK, 4=Good, 5=Excellent)
For roles that received a rating of 1 or 2, Please explain.
Please comment on the overall performance of your group. Be specific and mention anything that helped or hindered the team’s dynamic.
Tutor: Staff Signature:
R.Howlett
Student Signature Submission Date
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BTEC HND MEDIA Project Evaluation Form Year: 1
Unit 6: Practical Skills (Moving Image) Assignment 1: Single Camera Interview Student Name: Reflective Statement
Tutor Comment
Overall Grade Assessor: Staff Signature:
Student Signature: Submission Date:
R.Howlett
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