Activity - Paper Sliding/"Paperworks" style (40 minutes)
Brainchild of Common Craft Video Production
Example by Jennifer Nicholson.
Make a Video on One of the Following
- How I want to use the Flip Video in my class
- Video tips to capture a great interview
- Tips for creating a better video
- Use your imagination as long as you can use the props we've provided
Video Preproduction (25 minutes)
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Look through the props to get ideas.
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Make a quick storyboard of your video.
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Use this template to write your script. Keep your script no longer than 1-2 minutes.
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Cut out your props and selectively add a little color or bold lines.
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Set up your shooting area by taping down background paper and finding placement for camera.
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Practice reading your script with expression and rehearse your paper moves.
Tips to Consider
- Camera height - suspend camera from something over the table if possible and shoot down at the table.
- Tripod - a gripping tripod may be useful for suspending the camera.
- Framing - avoid getting the edges outside of your background paper as it looks tacky.
- Practice, practice, practice - Script should be read with expression, movements of props/paper should be smooth without delays.
- Artwork - clean, simple artwork with bold black outlines and selective use of color can make or break your final product.
- Shadows - watch for shadows and consider using an extra light source. Check out this CommonCraft Blog entry with pictures of their video studio and use four halogen lights!
- See CommonCraft Blog entry with shots of Lee Lefever's work for more tips and background Info (awesome resource).
Video Production (15 minutes)
- Try to minimize editing by filming in just a couple shots.
- Have fun!
Additional Paperworks Resources & Examples
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