Unit Award Scheme
116139 MAKING A SHORT DOCUMENTARY FILM
In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have | Evidence needed | |
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demonstrated the ability to | ||
1 | participate in a discussion with the tutor as to the format of a documentary | Summary sheet |
2 | discuss a proposed documentary theme with the tutor and research it using primary and secondary sources | Summary sheet and/or student completed work |
3 | create and complete log sheets for at least three interviews, with permission slips or model releases | Student completed work |
4 | take instruction on how to use a digital video camera, tripod and microphone | Summary sheet |
5 | create a timed schedule plan and work to the plan | Student completed work and/or summary sheet |
6 | set up and frame the necessary camera shots, taking account of the lighting, background and microphone | Summary sheet |
7 | transfer footage from the camera and microphone to a computer | Summary sheet |
8 | review the video clips and make at least one editorial decision to ensure the final documentary fits together well and has a clear narrative structure | Summary sheet |
9 | carry out basic editing, eg splicing, deleting unwanted footage, adding sound and any titles or wording | Summary sheet |
10 | work effectively with others | Summary sheet |
11 | complete a documentary video | Student completed work |
shown knowledge of | ||
12 | the meaning of and need for narrative structure when producing a short documentary film | Summary sheet |
13 | the importance of correct camera angles, framing, lighting and sound while shooting a film | Summary sheet |
14 | the importance of personal presentation visually and vocally and the use of well scripted specialist vocabulary | Summary sheet |
15 | how to transition between sliced video footage and make sound transitions. | Summary sheet |
All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet
Approved 15 September 2021Level - Level Two