Over the last 20 years the most popular task in the second year of the A level courses has been making a music video. Technological advances in this time have meant that what students can produce has changed dramatically; from the early days of editing between two VHS machines, when every shot had to be filmed in sequence, to today's digital cameras and editing, where you can set up multiple timelines, access effects and shoot on HD. The possibilities for music video on no budget have been transformed. However the expectation for high quality work has also risen dramatically. This task requires serous planning, technical skill and a real understanding of the codes and conventions of music videos. This study day for students will focus on maximizing the impact of their resources. In the morning, we will take you through activities aimed at getting the most out of research, planning, shooting, editing and evaluating their music video. We will use a range of examples from professional music videos and student work. In the afternoon we will be joined by a music video director/editor to talk about how the professionals go about working on such tasks.
Led by Tom Woodcock, Film & Media teacher, Long Road Sixth Form College, Cambridge and Freelance Media Educator
