Post Production Techniques: Annotated Screenshots

Post Production Techniques: Annotated Screenshots

Sound Editing:

• Adding music 

One technique that we used was adding in music. This was exported into an mp3 file which we then inserted into the movie. This allowed the opening sequence to become more interesting.  

• Increasing audio

Another technique that we used was increasing the audio. This was done by clicking on the volume button and increasing the audio. This allowed the opening sequence to become more clearer for the audience so that they can hear everything that is happening.  

• Adding in sounds to match with the sound effects board 

Lastly another technique that we used was adding in sounds to match with the sound effects board. This was exported into an mp3 file which we then inserted into the movie. This allowed the opening sequence to become more interesting and therefore allowed us to use the sounds we said we were going to use in the opening sequence.  

Video Editing:

• Cutting into a black screen 

One technique that we used was cutting into a black screen. All we had to do is get a black image and insert it into final cut pro. This allowed the opening sequence to become more suspenseful.  

• Adding in transitions 

Another technique that we used was adding transitions. This was done by choosing different transitions from final cut pro. This allowed the opening sequence to become more engaging for the audience and make the film look more professional.  

• Changing the lighting of particular scenes 

Lastly another technique that we used was changing the lighting of particular scenes. This was done by changing the lighting by selecting the scene on final cut pro and change the gradient of the lighting. This allowed the opening sequence to become more interesting and linking to the client brief.  

Graphics/Text Editing:

• Adding in the title of the SkinWalker

One technique that we used was adding in the title of the SkinWalker. This was done by using final cut pro to add a title in and using another software to make the title look spooky. This allowed the opening sequence to become more full of suspense.  

• Adding in the spell in the background 

Another technique that we used was adding the spell in the background. This was done by using final cut pro to add a title in. This allowed the audience to understand what was being said when the SkinWalker was casting the spell.  

• Changing the style of text 

Lastly another technique that we used changing the style of text. This was done by using final cut pro to change the text style. This allowed the audience to understand what is happening and making the opening sequence stand out.