How do you tailor a collaborative process such as filmmaking so that it becomes streamlined, efficient and deftly manages expectations and succinctly conveys intent and vision to all those involved? Simple, plan, plan and plan some more. All this planning is basically referred to as the pre production stage and there are a number of tools you can employ during pre production to ensure a smooth production process.
You can consider three main tools for pre production planning; the script, the storyboard and a treatment or brief that outlines the objectives of the project. The script deals primarily with the spoken word, be it from the voiceover, the actors or presenters. It accurately conveys the intended content and can be signed off and edited before the production begins. Storyboards will cover the visual aspect of the production, showing the desired shots, camera movements and transitions intended for the final production. Finally the treatment, will make sure that everyone is on the same page when it comes to the final objectives of the piece.
As the LAMBDA video says, treatment is an important part of pre-production.. As I have earlier said and cannot stress enough just how essential it is to have everyone in the group on the same page and working together. If this does not happen it will not only impact the whole dynamic of the filming process making the entire experience unenjoyable. But will more importantly also effect the final result.
Scripting and storyboarding are essential in the pre-production of a project, they ensure that there is a vision and plan for when it comes to the filming. They both undertake essential features of the filming process. Scripting and storyboarding are fairly similar, one dealing with the people/person being shot and the other dealing with those behind the camera, filming the action. Storyboarding provides a visual for the various shots that can be used during filming, to ensure everyone involved has a clear idea of exactly what the end result will look like shot by shot, and also so that filming on the day runs smoothly. While, scripting is important to guarantee that all the essential content is included, whether it is a well created script leaving no room of improvisation or bullet pointed topics of conversation. Scripting is not just used for speech but is also used for movement, to show a specific message through the body language of the actor or actress.
As soon as you've developed a clear way of organising your work, it makes the mammoth task of going through the footage and beginning to put everything together a lot easier. Then when it comes to editing you just need to take a little time and sort the clips into appropriate bins or folders. Regrettably this is something I'm still learning, only when I'm ripping my hair out through editing related stress do I think "why didn't I just rename that clip?". I can only suggest that you learn from my production hardships and take some time to prepare, beginning with pre-production which will indeed assist you later on.
Let me know what methods you use to streamline your pre production process in the comments below!
You can consider three main tools for pre production planning; the script, the storyboard and a treatment or brief that outlines the objectives of the project. The script deals primarily with the spoken word, be it from the voiceover, the actors or presenters. It accurately conveys the intended content and can be signed off and edited before the production begins. Storyboards will cover the visual aspect of the production, showing the desired shots, camera movements and transitions intended for the final production. Finally the treatment, will make sure that everyone is on the same page when it comes to the final objectives of the piece.
As the LAMBDA video says, treatment is an important part of pre-production.. As I have earlier said and cannot stress enough just how essential it is to have everyone in the group on the same page and working together. If this does not happen it will not only impact the whole dynamic of the filming process making the entire experience unenjoyable. But will more importantly also effect the final result.
Scripting and storyboarding are essential in the pre-production of a project, they ensure that there is a vision and plan for when it comes to the filming. They both undertake essential features of the filming process. Scripting and storyboarding are fairly similar, one dealing with the people/person being shot and the other dealing with those behind the camera, filming the action. Storyboarding provides a visual for the various shots that can be used during filming, to ensure everyone involved has a clear idea of exactly what the end result will look like shot by shot, and also so that filming on the day runs smoothly. While, scripting is important to guarantee that all the essential content is included, whether it is a well created script leaving no room of improvisation or bullet pointed topics of conversation. Scripting is not just used for speech but is also used for movement, to show a specific message through the body language of the actor or actress.
As soon as you've developed a clear way of organising your work, it makes the mammoth task of going through the footage and beginning to put everything together a lot easier. Then when it comes to editing you just need to take a little time and sort the clips into appropriate bins or folders. Regrettably this is something I'm still learning, only when I'm ripping my hair out through editing related stress do I think "why didn't I just rename that clip?". I can only suggest that you learn from my production hardships and take some time to prepare, beginning with pre-production which will indeed assist you later on.
Let me know what methods you use to streamline your pre production process in the comments below!
About the Author:
Have a watch of Lambda's Pre Production Checklistto have a better idea of the three pre production materials. Then stop by Samantha Messenger's site to find out more.
