Creating Documentary Short Films with a DSLR Camera
Before Shooting
A course by Rafa Jacinto , Photographer and Filmmaker
About the video: Before Shooting
Overview
“The preparation of the interview is as important as the moment of the REC. Often what we imagine in our shooting plan will have to change due to lighting or ambient sound. We have to be flexible in this step and have the patience to choose the perfect location for the recording. This is our first contact with our character and making her comfortable to tell her story in the most natural way possible is an essential part of our work.”
In this video lesson Rafa Jacinto addresses the topic: Before Shooting, which is part of the Domestika online course: Creating Documentary Short Films with a DSLR Camera. Produce a complete audiovisual project from script to post-production using your DSLR camera.
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson. i'll guide you through my initial encounter with the character. Upon arriving at her engage in conversation. I have a plan ready. but I'll determine whether I can implement it as intended or if adjustments are necessary based on the circumstances present. Good day! Great. please. Well... I arrived at Angélica's house. I had already seen the video she sent me and researched her. But whenever I visit someone's home. i try to start with a more informal chat to break the ice. get to know them better. Often. what they mention during this initial chat helps me refine my prepared q...”
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Course summary for: Creating Documentary Short Films with a DSLR Camera
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Category
Photography & Video -
Software
Adobe Premiere -
Areas
Audiovisual Production, Film, Filmmaking, TV, Video, Video Editing
Rafa Jacinto
A course by Rafa Jacinto
Rafael Jacinto has been a photographer for over two decades and has been specializing in direction and filmmaking since 2009. It was through the use of DSLR cameras that he gradually developed his own artistic language for film.
He has been part of international photography festivals such as The New York Photo Festival and PHotoESPAÑA, as well as helped found the influential collective Cia de Foto. He also worked at Valor Econômico magazine and has produced ad campaigns for big names like Nikon, Nike, Converse, Martini, Basico, Vivo, Brastemp, and more.
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