10 Step Video Leaving Class

 This week in Mr. Harwood’s class, our assignment was to film 10 short video clips of students leaving the classroom. The goal was to practice our camera work, framing, and storytelling through visuals. For my project, I filmed Dominic Reaves, capturing his routine as a student-athlete on campus.

We filmed around Staley Hall, showing how Dominic transitions from study hall to the lab and then to his truck — giving a glimpse into the daily life of a busy college athlete. I wanted to make sure each shot flowed naturally, so I focused on smooth transitions and consistent lighting throughout the video.

One of my favorite parts of the project was the way Dominic left the frame in one clip and re-entered in the next, which created a smooth visual flow. Keeping the camera steady on a tripod really helped those transitions look clean and professional.

Filming Dominic was a great experience because it allowed me to think about movement and pacing — how to tell a story without using words. This assignment might have seemed simple at first, but it really taught me the importance of composition, timing, and steady camera work. Seeing how all the clips came together in the end made me appreciate the craft behind effective video storytelling.

5 Question Interview

 This week in Mr. Hardwood’s class, we were tasked with producing and editing an interview between two senior students, Jayln Woodbury and Summer Gray. The goal was to put our production skills to the test — from setting up lighting and sound to capturing clean, professional footage and editing the final video into a polished interview segment.

We filmed inside the theatre, which gave the video a nice cinematic touch. The lighting setup played a big role in bringing the space to life, and I had to make sure both subjects were well lit without too many shadows. Sound was just as important — clear audio can make or break an interview — so I made sure to use proper mics and adjust the levels carefully during editing.

What I really enjoyed about this project was the teamwork. Once one person finished their interview, we rotated roles — switching between interviewer, camera operator, and sound technician. It was a great way to help each other learn and see the process from different perspectives.

After filming, I handled the video editing, syncing the sound, adjusting color and lighting, and adding smooth transitions to keep the flow natural. Seeing the finished product come together after all the setup and coordination felt rewarding.

This assignment not only improved my technical production skills but also reminded me how valuable collaboration is in media work. Everyone played their part, and by working together, we turned a simple class task into a professional-looking project.