What is in camera editing?
In camera editing is the technique of video production. This demonstrates the camera operator filming scenes in the order in which they should be viewed in.
For example, when filming, the camera operator would film a scene and then pause the camera and then resume filming the next scene showing an actor walking through a door but this time it would show the actor come through the door on the other side.
In camera editing was introduced by George Melies after accidentally discovering this technique by breaking his camera.
For example, when filming, the camera operator would film a scene and then pause the camera and then resume filming the next scene showing an actor walking through a door but this time it would show the actor come through the door on the other side.
In camera editing was introduced by George Melies after accidentally discovering this technique by breaking his camera.
Task:
The task assigned was to produce a (roughly) one minute long sequence on camera that we would use in-camera editing for. In a group of four, we had to stay on school premises and have a maximum of two characters on screen with added dialogue, or the scenes could be silent.
To plan this, we created a storyboard depicting the scenes of the upcoming product.
1). The late arrival:
This shot depicts Diana arriving late to her detention.
2). Directing different scenes:
Here we see myself directing one scene with Allegria.
3). In camera editing scenes:
4). Selfie with the crew
To plan this, we created a storyboard depicting the scenes of the upcoming product.
Our idea/The plot:
Our plan involved having two characters (Aliyah and Diana) to portray the roles of a teacher and a student.
Diana (the student) was running late for her detention and her teacher (Aliyah) was beginning to grow impatient.
The film shows Diana running down the corridor aiming to be on time and she reaches the classroom late for her detention.
Infuriated by Diana's response Aliyah issues Diana away.
Behind the scenes photography:
This shot depicts Diana arriving late to her detention.
2). Directing different scenes:
Here we see myself directing one scene with Allegria.
3). In camera editing scenes:
Here we see Allegria editing a scene through in camera editing.
4). Selfie with the crew
Roles:
Director: Myself (Jasmine King)
Camera Operator: Allegria Luyindula
Actors: Aliyah Al-Saud and Diana Adriano
Shown below is the final product.
Evaluation
I believe that together we were able to work well towards the completion of this task. The final product was edited exceptionally well by Allegria and I believe that this is an advantage because she was precise with editing each scene. There are advantages and disadvantages towards using in camera editing. In camera editing is efficient because it's quick and easy to use, however the disadvantages include it being quite difficult to position the camera in the same place when filming another scene.
