Video Reflection - Sophomore Final

Music Video

This project was to create a music video using a pre-existing song. It took my group approximately three weeks to complete. Challenges that we faced included image stabilization, scheduling, and editing choices. I learned how to work with a filming team and actors. I also learned the value of a team where everyone contributes. I received feedback about using different shots and on editing choices. If I were to change anything, I would use a tripod on more of the shots and I would pick a try to change the song. I was very pleased with the final product.

High School Trailer

This project was to recreate a trailer for a high school movie. It would have taken about four weeks to complete. The biggest challenge was my group. I had to lead the group of three, which included one member who refused to help in any way. I also didn't have a lot of experience in video and I am not the most interested in video. We did not fully complete the project because we didn't get to film all of the shots that we needed. I learned that I need to take action and to motivate myself to keep going and finish what little I can. If I could change anything I would find another group and choose a different trailer to remake that could be done out of school hours. I am not at all happy with how this project turned out and I regret what happened.

Short Film

This project was to create a short film with an original script. My group selected my script to be turned into this short film. From writing the script to the final edit, this project took about six weeks. The biggest challenge that we faced was finding an actor. We had an actor for the main character, but he couldn't make any of the filming days. So, already behind schedule, I had to step in and play the part of Sam. This was a great challenge because I have never acted before. Along the way, I learned a little about how to act and also how to write a treatment, script, and how to storyboard. The feed back we were given included tips on camera angles and lighting. If I could change anything, I would find another actor (who could actually act) to play Sam instead of me. I am mostly proud of this film, although I am not proud of my acting performance.

Time in Class

I have used my time in class very well. If I finished early I would help classmates on their work or I would work on other school work. Outside of class, when I watch TV, I notice the camera shots and other techniques that are used.

My Strengths

My strengths as an employee are leadership and project management. I work to lead my group, even if I'm not the main leader, I help by keeping others on task.

Improvement

If I were continuing on in video, I would need improvement on Premiere Pro and on script writing.

Summary

This semester, I most loved getting to know all of the different people in the class who all share a common interest. Something that I would change is that I would take more charge and be more of a leader in my groups. My take away from this year is that video isn't for me, but I'm more interested in the photography aspect. My goal for next year is to improve my skills in web design. I'm glad that I had this year to explore and discover what I want to do with my life.

Web Design Reflection - Sophomore Final

My Sophomore year in web design has taught me a lot.

For technology, I have learned a lot about HTML, CSS, and how to efficiently use Dreamweaver after all of the projects we've done this year. Although I faced many challenges like Dreamweaver crashing every time I tried to save, I learned a lot.  These skills will help me to succeed in my next two years in web design, and possibly beyond then.

In collaboration, I have collaborated with others to improve our projects. In leadership, I have helped my classmates to solve problems or just to suggest an improvement.

For communication, I have learned how to present myself online and I have improved in my writing skills. This will help me in these upcoming years in school and it will also help me to get a job.

For project management, I learned how to use my time efficiently and effectively to complete all of my projects on time. I will be able to use this skill for the rest of my life wherever I am.

My greatest strength is project management and my greatest weakness is communication. Project management is a strength because I am able to work on and complete my projects in a timely manner. Communication is my greatest weakness because I don't enjoy writing blog posts or long papers. I have improving in my writing this year and I will continue to improve the more that I write.

I will use the skills that I have learned to improve my work in school and to also improve myself for life and my future employer. If I were to change anything, I would go back to my earlier projects and improve them with the skills and knowledge that I have gained this year.

I am happy with what I have accomplished year and I am excited for the next two years that I have in web design to improve myself and my work.

ONW Rebranding Project

In web design, we are redesigning the Olathe Northwest logo and mascot. I chose to design a logo for the Olathe Northwest Aviators. I chose this color scheme to reflect the red baron. 

This is still a work in progress.