Pedro Workbook for VT and Radio package’s

10 May Pedro Workbook for VT and Radio package’s

Week 1 

• First introduction to VT Packages  
• Learned how to book out equipment  
• Getting used to using iPods and exporting media 

Week 2  

• Info on health and safety forms 
• Safe practice training 
• GV’s and filming practice with VT group 
• Premier pro introduction 

Week 3 

• Group training for voice with Vanessa 
• First time learning about radio etiquette.  

Week 4 

• Beginning of research 
• Learned how to perform and film piece to camera 
• Had some more radio training and podcast tips  
• Also learned about story angles and how crucial they can be for a good story. 
• Prep for site visit next week 

Week 5  

• Visited parliament to film a VT on Brexit protests 
• First time filming at a large event 
• Helped us find our feet and learn more about the best ways to go about approaching scenarios. 
• Also learned the proper procedure of renting equipment 

Week 6 

• First attempt at editing a full vt 
• Got to grips with the editing software first hand  
• Beginning to understand sound levels 
• Started to look at how to make a transition seamlessly. 

Week 7 

• vowed VT’s in class and discussed angles and what shots make it more interesting to watch for viewers 
• Did some work on interviewing, learned techniques and placement in front of the camera. 
• Filmed vox pop’s around uni practice for our finals vt’s 

Week 8 

• Viewed more VT’s in class and further discussion on how to get the perfect VT. 
• Began looking at possible stories for both radio and video packages. 
• Met as a group to discuss what we would like to film and what we think would make a good vt. 

Week 9 

• Recap on how to submit and what to do in order to gain top marks 
• Began planning for a radio interview and vox pops 
• Scriptwriting for radio complete  
• Booked out equipment for VT Filming 

Week 10 

• Recorded radio script and began editing 
• Arranged to meet the interviewee 

Week 11 

• Filmed final VT using the criteria and the tutorials we had to try and achieve the best possible. Filming techniques included, piece to camera, close up, vox pop alternations. 
• Putting files on a shared workspace so all team members and editor could access. 

Week 12 

• Reviewed final submissions 
• Re-edited and checked both VT and radio packages. 
• Met with the group to write final sheet  
• Submitted both packages to Moodle with supporting documents.