Preliminaries

We had to use the following techniques within our film:

Camera:

Close up

High Angle

Fade in and out

Tilt or dutch tilt

Editing:

Sequence: with the right order

Transitions: use appropriately

Sound: Options to add in sound effects and music

Titles: Explained at the end

After creating the short film, we had to do a DEEP reflections task, you can find that below the attached video.

WORK - the skills that were acquired:

Short narrative

Technical elements - camera, sound, editing (sequencing, transitions, colour grading, sound mix, graphics, titles, narrative storytelling and pace) 

D - DESCRIBE

What was your role/s in the 'WORK' short film task?

Writer, Director, Shooter, Editor

I was responsible for every stage of the film's creation. I wrote the initial idea and screenplay, focusing on using lighting and sound to display the internal anxiety of work stress. During production, I directed the actorto ensure the micro-expressions and pacing matched the vision. I also operated the camera, making using shots and making choices about framing and lighting to maintain the single-source laptop glow and the oppressive darkness surrounding it. Post-production, I edited the footage,  layered the whispered audio, timed the appearance of the creeping hands, and designed the final soundscape to build tension.

E - EVALUATE

What did you do well?

Not to brag but I do feel that the context and the idea making was the most well thing I did, I have past creative expertise plus and advice from professional I was able to create anew creative idea.

What could have gone better?

My time management during the edit could have been better. I spent too many hours in details in the sound mix, like how loud the volume of the whispers should be, which pushed back my overall completion schedule. Also because I was acting as director, shooter, and editor, I sometimes struggled to objectively assess the footage while we were filming. I was so focused on getting the shot list done that I didn't always take a moment to review the takes immediately to ensure we had the perfect performance. This meant I discovered some minor acting inconsistencies only during the editing phase.

E - EXPLAIN

What skills did you learn/develop from this experience?

I developed skills required to operate and move a camera, and the editing , sound layering and directing actors, it was all so new yet lovely and I hope to use these skills in the future

Why are these skills important?

These skills are important because they represent the of visual storytelling. Having a clear script and shot list (planning) prevents wasted time during filming. Understanding lighting and camera work (technical elements) allows you to create the specific mood required by the story. Sound design (post-production) is essential for a film feel to professional and immersive; it's the difference between a viewer watching a scene and feeling it. Directing (people management) ensures you get the performance you need to sell the story. Together, these skills ensure the final product matches the original vision.

How might they be useful outside the school context?

In any professional creative field, the ability to manage a project from concept to completion is highly valuable. Whether working in marketing, content creation, or film production, understanding the entire workflow—planning, production, and post-production—allows you to anticipate problems before they happen. The technical skills (lighting, sound, editing) are directly transferable to creating content for clients or employers. Even outside of creative work, the discipline of pre-planning a project, managing resources (time, equipment, people), and executing a vision is essential in any career that requires project management.

P - PLAN

Why do you think you did well in your success areas?

I think I succeeded because I was deeply invested in the concept. Since I wrote the story, I had a personal connection to the theme of work anxiety, which motivated me to get every detail right. I also knew the my limit of my equipment and planned around them; for example, I designed the lighting setup specifically to work with the camera's low-light capabilities rather than fighting against them. Finally, because I had final cut approval as the editor, I could make decisive choices in post-production without needing to consult others, which kept the vision pure.

Why might you not have done so well in other areas?

I struggled with time management in the edit because I was working alone and had no external deadlines or feedback loops. Additionally, being a one-person crew on set meant I had no second pair of eyes to catch continuity errors or suggest alternative angles. I was so focused on executing my own vision that I didn't have anyone to challenge my choices, which could have led to blind spots in the coverage or performance.

What did you do differently in this 'WORK' task?

In this task, I took total creative and non creative direction. Previously, in group projects, I shared responsibility. Here, I learned to trust my own instincts and make executive decisions quickly.  I moved away from just capturing footage and towards truly crafting an atmosphere.

How will you make sure you continue your success for your future production tasks?

For future tasks, I will continue to use detailed pre-production (scripts, shot lists) to guide my filming. To address my weaknesses, I will set myself firm deadlines for each stage of post-production (e.g., "rough cut by Friday, sound mix by Sunday") and stick to them. I will also seek feedback from trusted peers at the rough cut stage, so I can get outside perspective before I get lost in my own edit.

What do you need to help you improve?

I need to focus on the things i lack, like editing, so in near future i am thinking of attending workshop of skills I need to further hone, i have also decided to create other content to further increase my skill as practice makes a man perfect.

Preliminary 2 (women in white)

Camera:

Close up

High Angle

Fade in and out

Tilt or dutch tilt

Editing:

Sequence: with the right order

Transitions: use appropriately

Sound: Options to add in sound effects and music

Titles: Explained at the end

After creating the short film, we had to do a DEEP reflections task, you can find that below the attached video.

WOMEN IN WHITE - the skills that were acquired:

Short narrative

Technical elements - camera, sound, editing (sequencing, transitions, colour grading, sound mix, graphics, titles, narrative storytelling and pace) 

D - DESCRIBE

What was your role/s in the 'WORK' short film task?

Writer, Director, Shooter, Editor

I actively wrote, directed the whole script, it was a hard task yet again to manage a lot of things in a short time but some how some way I pulled it off. During the production I decided where and how to set the lighting, how to produce the shadow required, how to make the ghost appear more spooky and made critical decisions on how this project should move ahead, in the post production phases i edited this whole thing.

E - EVALUATE

What did you do well?

Not to brag but I do feel that the context and the idea making was the most well thing I did, I have past creative expertise plus and advice from professional I was able to create anew creative idea.

What could have gone better?

My time management during the edit could have been better. I spent too many hours in details in the sound mix, like how loud the volume of the whispers should be, which pushed back my overall completion schedule. Also because I was acting as director, shooter, and editor, I sometimes struggled to objectively assess the footage while we were filming. I was so focused on getting the shot list done that I didn't always take a moment to review the takes immediately to ensure we had the perfect performance. This meant I discovered some minor acting inconsistencies only during the editing phase.

E - EXPLAIN

What skills did you learn/develop from this experience?

I developed skills required to operate and move a camera, and the editing , sound layering and directing actors, it was all so new yet lovely and I hope to use these skills in the future

Why are these skills important?

These skills are important because they represent the of visual storytelling. Having a clear script and shot list (planning) prevents wasted time during filming. Understanding lighting and camera work (technical elements) allows you to create the specific mood required by the story. Sound design (post-production) is essential for a film feel to professional and immersive; it's the difference between a viewer watching a scene and feeling it. Directing (people management) ensures you get the performance you need to sell the story. Together, these skills ensure the final product matches the original vision.

How might they be useful outside the school context?

In any professional creative field, the ability to manage a project from concept to completion is highly valuable. Whether working in marketing, content creation, or film production, understanding the entire workflow—planning, production, and post-production—allows you to anticipate problems before they happen. The technical skills (lighting, sound, editing) are directly transferable to creating content for clients or employers. Even outside of creative work, the discipline of pre-planning a project, managing resources (time, equipment, people), and executing a vision is essential in any career that requires project management.

P - PLAN

Why do you think you did well in your success areas?

I think I succeeded because I was deeply invested in the concept. Since I wrote the story, I had a personal connection to the theme of work anxiety, which motivated me to get every detail right. I also knew the my limit of my equipment and planned around them; for example, I designed the lighting setup specifically to work with the camera's low-light capabilities rather than fighting against them. Finally, because I had final cut approval as the editor, I could make decisive choices in post-production without needing to consult others, which kept the vision pure.

Why might you not have done so well in other areas?

I struggled with time management in the edit because I was working alone and had no external deadlines or feedback loops. Additionally, being a one-person crew on set meant I had no second pair of eyes to catch continuity errors or suggest alternative angles. I was so focused on executing my own vision that I didn't have anyone to challenge my choices, which could have led to blind spots in the coverage or performance.

What did you do differently in this 'WORK' task?

In this task, I took total creative and non creative direction. Previously, in group projects, I shared responsibility. Here, I learned to trust my own instincts and make executive decisions quickly.  I moved away from just capturing footage and towards truly crafting an atmosphere.

How will you make sure you continue your success for your future production tasks?

For future tasks, I will continue to use detailed pre-production (scripts, shot lists) to guide my filming. To address my weaknesses, I will set myself firm deadlines for each stage of post-production (e.g., "rough cut by Friday, sound mix by Sunday") and stick to them. I will also seek feedback from trusted peers at the rough cut stage, so I can get outside perspective before I get lost in my own edit.

What do you need to help you improve?

I need to focus on the things i lack, like editing, so in near future i am thinking of attending workshop of skills I need to further hone, i have also decided to create other content to further increase my skill as practice makes a man perfect.

Preliminary 3 (poster)

for my third preliminary i had decided to make a poster for a horror film, the idea was a poster about a man who is obessed with a celaberaty and will stalk her and do many other hanious crime, this is is phycological horror concept

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