MediaArtTutorials

MEDIAART 2B06

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W8 - Production Week

Credits: @ruka.mate

Credits: @jlpctures

Credits: @films_akai

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Film all planned shots and record your on-scene production sound. Follow your pre-production plan and keep your files clearly organized.

Technical Requirements

• All video must be shot on a DSLR camera, 24 fps, 1920x1080px
• Metadata will be reviewed to verify:
  • Camera model
  • Manual mode
  • Resolution
  • Frame rate
  • Codec
• No phone footage.
• No stock footage.

❗ Attendance and engagement are part of the rubric.
You are expected to work actively during class time and participate in all in-class activities.

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One-to-One Feedback Meeting [15m]

Each student must schedule and attend a 15-minute meeting within the available timeframes.

The sign-up spreadsheet link is available on Avenue to Learn under Announcements and inside the W7/W8 Submission Folder.

During this meeting, the instructor or TA will review your Pre-Production Package and provide feedback on the feasibility of your project and/or practical tips for recording.

Important:
Because the meeting is only 15 minutes, feedback will focus on one or two key elements that require immediate attention before or during Production Week.

Failure to attend the scheduled meeting will result in a 2-point deduction from your W8 grade.

After the meeting, you are responsible for revising your recording plan accordingly. Review your plan and identify additional improvements.

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Asynchronous Production Time

During this week, you are responsible for filming all planned shots and recording your production sound.

Before recording, review:

• W8 – Production Framework
• W8 - Tutorials

These materials include important guidance on preparation, stabilization, sound capture, and on-set decision-making.

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General Preparation

• Book all required equipment in advance.
• Review the W8 framework for stabilization advice before shooting.
• Confirm you have permission to film in your selected location(s).
• You are limited to 1–2 locations maximum.
• Have a Plan B (weather, lighting changes, access restrictions, noise, etc.).
  Adjusting to real conditions is part of production.

It is highly recommended that you support each other during filming.
Work in small groups (3–5 students) to assist with camera operation, sound monitoring, and continuity.

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Requirements/Guidelines (Must Follow)

• Record at least 20–30 seconds of room tone per location. Review the W8 framework.
• Setup your microphones and monitor audio levels to avoid clipping.
• You must record using Manual Mode.
• Adjust Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO manually according to your lighting conditions.
• Ensure you are using Custom White Balance (do not leave white balance on Auto).
• Turn stabilization ON when shooting handheld.
• Record each scene from 2–3 different perspectives whenever possible. This gives you flexibility during editing.
• You must record using Manual Focus. Autofocus will shift during recording and ruin your shot.

  ❗ Triple-check focus before hitting record.

You do not need to shoot in chronological order.

If your project moves between different times or locations, record each scene fully before moving to the next. Avoid switching back and forth.

After recording each take, review your footage immediately.
You must check for:

• Focus
• Image quality
• Framing If any of these are incorrect — especially focus — record the shot again before leaving the location.

❗ Do not finalize your shoot without reviewing your materials carefully.

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Saving & Backing Up Files

During Production Week, you are responsible for properly organizing, saving, and backing up all materials.

• Do not wait until the end of the week to organize your files.
• Immediately transfer footage and audio to your hard drive after each recording session.
• Create the required folder structure from the beginning and place files in the correct folders.
• Rename files according to the required naming protocol before editing.
• Keep at least one backup copy of your materials (external drive or cloud storage).

Do not delete original files from your SD card until:

1. Files are transferred,
2. Files are renamed,
3. Files are verified and playable,
4. A backup copy exists.

Failure to follow the folder structure and naming protocol will affect your grade.

❗All materials must be organized exactly as outlined below❗

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Deliverables — 📦 Production Package (ZIP Submission)

File name:
Lastname_Firstname_ProductionPackage.zip

Follow the required folder structure (inside ZIP):

📁 00_ProjectFiles

• W7 - Pre-Production Package: PDF submission files

📁 01_RawFootage

• All DSLR video files
• Organized into subfolders by date: YYYY-MM-DD

Each video file must be renamed using this protocol:
ProjectName_Shot#_Take#

• Project name can be tentative (one or two words only)
• Shot number must match the storyboard
• Take number indicates how many times that shot was recorded

Example:
Echo_S03_T02.mov

📁 02_Audio

• All on-screen sound recording files (WAV)

Naming protocol:
ProjectName_AudioType_SimpleDescription_Take#

• Audio type = ProdAudio (Production Sound)

Example:
Echo_ProdAudio_RoomTone_T01.wav

📁 03_Renders

• Empty folder

📁 04_Exports

• Empty folder

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📤 Submission

Item	Required Filename
Production Package (ZIP Submission)	Lastname_Firstname_ProductionPackage.zip

⚠️ Follow the submission protocols carefully.
Incorrect submissions will result in grade deductions.
⚠️⚠️ Missing the in-person meeting will result in a 1-point deduction over final grade** ❗❗

If Avenue does not allow you to upload your ZIP file due to size limitations, upload a document containing a shareable cloud link (Google Drive, OneDrive, etc.) to your ZIP folder.
Make sure the link permissions are set so the Instructor/TA can access the files.

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Credits: Jessica A. Rodríguez

AI Disclosure:
AI Disclosure: ChatGPT was used for editing and clarity only. No original course content was generated using AI.