Tuesday, 6 September 2016

Research of Main Task (Music Video)

Due 29 September, 2016


Research:
In order to complete this task you will need to conduct a variety of different types of research looking at your chosen artist, production companies, record labels and at your audience. This research should inform your planning for your pack.

Task 1: Music Video Research

For this task you will produce:

}       An analysis of 3-5 music videos
o   Explore camera angles, mise-en-scene, lighting, shot distances, etc.
o   What are the conventions found in this music video?
o   How is the band/artist being represented? (Denotation and connotation)
o   Who is the audience for this video?
o   What genre is this music video? How is this shown?
o   What features of the shots you have chosen to explore will you use/not use in your own video?

Task 2: Music Video Directors

For this task you will produce:

}       A profile of 2-3 significant music video directors and their most famous/intriguing videos.
o  o   How long have they been in the industry?
o   What genre do they tend to stick to?
o   Do they work exclusively (or often) with a specific artist?
o   What are their signature styles?
o   Are there any particular shots that you found interesting?

Task 3: Initial Ideas

For this task you will produce:

}        A mood board of your initial ideas including:
o   Artists you are considering using
o   Your inspirations

Task 4: Written Consideration of Artists and Tracks

For this task you should include:

o   Some background on the artist
o   What record label are they on?
o   Information about the chosen songs (What they are about, what the music video shows, etc.)

Task 5: Reasoning for Chosen Artist
Once you have decided your artist and track:

}        Discuss and explain why you have made your specific choice.
o   Consider tempo and beat
o   Lyrics and message

Task 6: Record Label and Production Company

For this task you will need to produce:

}       A profile of the record label and production company who has produced your chosen track.
o   How long have they been in the industry?
o   How much of your chosen artist have they worked on?
o   Who else belongs to the record label?
o   Who else does the production company handle?



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