Vocabulary
- Transition: A technique used to move smoothly from one clip or scene to another in a video. Common transitions include cuts, fades, and wipes.
Objective
Students will learn how to use editing techniques to enhance the emotional tone and visual flow of their videos, making them more engaging and impactful.
Assignment
1. Read this Overview
Editing is where your video comes to life. With thoughtful editing, you can set the mood, pace, and emotional impact of your story.
Key Editing Tips:
- Transitions: Use simple transitions like cuts to keep the video moving or fades to signal a change in time or emotion.
- Music & Sound Effects: Add background music or sound effects to amplify emotions or make scenes more immersive.
- Pacing:
- Short clips + quick transitions → Energy & excitement
- Longer clips → Calm & reflective tone
- Color & Contrast: Adjust brightness, contrast, or colors to emphasize mood (e.g., warm tones for happiness, cooler tones for a somber feel).
2. Your Task
Take your Lesson 3 video or create a new 1–2 minute video and edit it for maximum emotional impact.
Use at least one of the following techniques:
✅ Add music or sound effects that fit the tone of your story.
✅ Use transitions to guide the viewer smoothly through your video.
✅ Adjust the color or brightness to highlight specific emotions.
3. Steps to Complete Your Assignment
- Select your footage:
- Use clips from your Lesson 3 project or film new content.
- Edit your video:
- Use software like iMovie, Adobe Premiere Rush, or CapCut.
- Focus on making your story clear and emotionally engaging.
- Save and review:
- Watch your video to ensure it flows well and evokes the intended emotions.
- Prepare to upload your video to the ReelTime platform.
4. Reflection
Write responses to these questions:
- What editing choices did you make, and why?
- How did adding transitions, music, or effects change the mood or flow of your video?
- What would you like to improve in future projects?
