FINALLY!
After some difficulties, I have finally finished my video about marriage equality. I was pretty stressed out about the whole procedure, as it is something I had never really done before, and I knew I had to find actors and a place to film etc!
I ended up filming the video at my workplace, which was really convenient; however, the day I had originally planned to film, one of my actors said he was sick, therefore we had to reschedule! It was quite difficult to find a time all of us were free at the same time, but we managed, although it was a little last minute! The actual filming was quite funny and really enjoyable, I could probably make a blooper reel!
There were a few things that I would reconsider if I were to make another video, for example the lighting and sound of the atmosphere I am filming in, as well as using better equipment! Overall, it ended up coming together really well and I am excited that I now know how to use iMovie (even if I'm not very good at it).
The final outcome ended up differing from my original plan, as I had originally wanted the homosexual couple in the video to be elderly; however, it was quite hard to find elderly people who wanted to participate in the video or had the time. Therefore, the homosexual couple ended up being the same as as the heterosexual couple, however I believe the message was still delivered successfully!
Overall, this assignment has taught me a lot about film, and it is something I would like to get more into, especially by documenting my travels and creating videos!
Wednesday, 14 October 2015
Wednesday, 2 September 2015
Week Six Tutorial
I realised today that perhaps acting isn't a career path I should follow, nor is filming as easy as it looks! We had the chance to go out on campus and put our filming skills to the test. I was lucky enough to be paired with Alex who made my filming easier, as he was quite a good actor. I filmed first and just did a couple of simple shots. I started off with a long shot, and my final shot panned in on his face. Alex filmed me afterwards, and he has quite a bit of experience in filming, so there was a lot of things he did differently and he really focused on his angles a lot more. It was good to be paired with him as I was able to learn a little bit about angles and why they are important. I haven't got much experience in editing, so I am excited for next week so I can learn how to put it all together!
Friday, 28 August 2015
Annotated Bibliography
Croome, R 2015, What the 'religious freedom' argument against marriage equality really means, The Guardian, Australia
This article talks about religious freedom in America, and how it is now making an impact upon Australia. This article was important to read, as it helped me understand religious views upon same-sex marriage, and how I can incorporate this into my video.
Mohana, M 2015, Music & how it impacts your brain, emotions, Psych Central, America
This article talks about the way music can impact your emotions and brain activity. I felt it was extremely important to research this, as it will help me to choose wisely when picking music for the video. It is crucial that the music has an impact on the audience in collaboration with the visuals.
7 News 2015, Same sex marriage debate heats up in Adelaide, 7 News Adelaide Facebook Page, Australia
This video talks about a new rainbow coloured walkway being built in Adelaide, in support of same sex marriage. The video discussed how politicians are debating wether it should go ahead or not, as there are other issues to focus on. This video is important, as it shows the relevance and impact the same sex marriage debate has on Australian residents right now.
2015, The Best 8 Marriage Equality Videos From Around The World, Queerty, America
These videos were all made in support of same sex marriage. As I myself am making a promotional video in support of same sex marriage, I thought it was important to go to other sources and get ideas and see what has already been done. This helped me extensively as I was able to think of an idea that has not yet been done, and hopefully make an impact.
Hatch, P 2015, Julia Gillard changes mind to support same-sex marriage, The Sydney Morning Herald, Australia
This article talks about former Prime Minister, Julia Gillard and her recent support of same sex marriage. I believe this article is extremely important, as it shows the support and pressure that other politicians and countries around the world are putting on our current government. It is important that I read and understand different views surrounding this topic to make it as effective as possible.
This article talks about religious freedom in America, and how it is now making an impact upon Australia. This article was important to read, as it helped me understand religious views upon same-sex marriage, and how I can incorporate this into my video.
Mohana, M 2015, Music & how it impacts your brain, emotions, Psych Central, America
This article talks about the way music can impact your emotions and brain activity. I felt it was extremely important to research this, as it will help me to choose wisely when picking music for the video. It is crucial that the music has an impact on the audience in collaboration with the visuals.
7 News 2015, Same sex marriage debate heats up in Adelaide, 7 News Adelaide Facebook Page, Australia
This video talks about a new rainbow coloured walkway being built in Adelaide, in support of same sex marriage. The video discussed how politicians are debating wether it should go ahead or not, as there are other issues to focus on. This video is important, as it shows the relevance and impact the same sex marriage debate has on Australian residents right now.
2015, The Best 8 Marriage Equality Videos From Around The World, Queerty, America
These videos were all made in support of same sex marriage. As I myself am making a promotional video in support of same sex marriage, I thought it was important to go to other sources and get ideas and see what has already been done. This helped me extensively as I was able to think of an idea that has not yet been done, and hopefully make an impact.
Hatch, P 2015, Julia Gillard changes mind to support same-sex marriage, The Sydney Morning Herald, Australia
This article talks about former Prime Minister, Julia Gillard and her recent support of same sex marriage. I believe this article is extremely important, as it shows the support and pressure that other politicians and countries around the world are putting on our current government. It is important that I read and understand different views surrounding this topic to make it as effective as possible.
Treatment
A young heterosexual couple walk into a cafe. The couple order their food and take a seat at a table. The young heterosexual couple begin to hold hands across the table - laughing and flirting with each other. It is obvious that they are in love.
An elderly homosexual couple walks past the young heterosexual couple and begin to give them weird looks. The young heterosexual couple feels uncomfortable as they realise they are being judged by many in the room.
The shop owner walks over to the young heterosexual couple and asks if they could please leave the store as the shops owners religious conscience gives him the right to deny service. The young couple get up to leave - other homosexual customers are are saying rude remarks and giving them disapproving looks regarding their relationship to one another.
The young heterosexual couple realises that people are judging them for being in a relationship - they walk out the door of the cafe holding back tears in their eyes - meanwhile the rest of the customers (homosexuals) go about their day like nothing happened.
An elderly homosexual couple walks past the young heterosexual couple and begin to give them weird looks. The young heterosexual couple feels uncomfortable as they realise they are being judged by many in the room.
The shop owner walks over to the young heterosexual couple and asks if they could please leave the store as the shops owners religious conscience gives him the right to deny service. The young couple get up to leave - other homosexual customers are are saying rude remarks and giving them disapproving looks regarding their relationship to one another.
The young heterosexual couple realises that people are judging them for being in a relationship - they walk out the door of the cafe holding back tears in their eyes - meanwhile the rest of the customers (homosexuals) go about their day like nothing happened.
Religion
Obviously religion plays an extremely large role in the reasoning as to why people are non accepting of same sex marriage. I know it is an extremely touchy subject, and I would never want to disrespect anyones religion. An article written by The Guardian states, 'The American "religious freedom" movement has made its debut on the Australian political stage' (Croome, R 2015). Throughout the thought process of creating a promotional video based on same sex marriage, I was quite cautious about the whole religious side of things; however, my personal belief is that no matter who you are, you should have the right to marry the person you love. 'The religious freedom movement arose in the US as the final act of defiance by some conservative Christians in the face of more and more states allowing same-sex marriages. It seeks to establish a legal right to refuse services, mostly to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and interest people, on the basis of the service provider's religious conscience' (Croome, R 2015). Therefore, I have decided that I would like the promotional video to be shot in a cafe/restaurant sort of setting; although, I understand it will be quite difficult to get owners permission to do so!
To read article: http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2015/jul/16/what-the-religious-freedom-argument-against-marriage-equality-really-means
Croome, R. (2015). What the 'religious freedom' argument against marriage equality really means. Available: http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2015/jul/16/what-the-religious-freedom-argument-against-marriage-equality-really-means. Last accessed 27th August 2015.
To read article: http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2015/jul/16/what-the-religious-freedom-argument-against-marriage-equality-really-means
Croome, R. (2015). What the 'religious freedom' argument against marriage equality really means. Available: http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2015/jul/16/what-the-religious-freedom-argument-against-marriage-equality-really-means. Last accessed 27th August 2015.
Thursday, 27 August 2015
Music and Emotions
It is evident that music can trigger emotions... we are all guilty of shedding a tear or two whilst listening to a slow Adele song!
When it comes to thinking about making my video, I thought it was extremely important to research the way music can make people feel, and how it can trigger different emotions. 'The brain imposes structure and order on a sequence of sound that, in effect, creates an entirely new system of meaning' (Mohana, M 2015). Therefore, with the help of appropriate music, I want it to fit perfectly with the visuals in help of creating an entirely new outlook on same sex marriage and how the audience perceives it. I have had many different thoughts about what genre music I would like to be played, as I want it to connect on a sympathetic level; however, I don't want it to be depressing!
'Music, though it appears to be similar to features of language, is more rooted in the primitive brain structures that are involved in motivation, reward and emotion' (Mohana, M 2015). As music can connect to someones brain on a level that language cannot, it is extremely crucial that the music chosen for this video is perfect, as I am really aiming to change the way people feel.
Mohana, M. (2015). Music & How It Impacts Your Brain, Emotions.Available: http://psychcentral.com/lib/music-how-it-impacts-your-brain-emotions/. Last accessed 27th August 2015.
When it comes to thinking about making my video, I thought it was extremely important to research the way music can make people feel, and how it can trigger different emotions. 'The brain imposes structure and order on a sequence of sound that, in effect, creates an entirely new system of meaning' (Mohana, M 2015). Therefore, with the help of appropriate music, I want it to fit perfectly with the visuals in help of creating an entirely new outlook on same sex marriage and how the audience perceives it. I have had many different thoughts about what genre music I would like to be played, as I want it to connect on a sympathetic level; however, I don't want it to be depressing!
'Music, though it appears to be similar to features of language, is more rooted in the primitive brain structures that are involved in motivation, reward and emotion' (Mohana, M 2015). As music can connect to someones brain on a level that language cannot, it is extremely crucial that the music chosen for this video is perfect, as I am really aiming to change the way people feel.
Mohana, M. (2015). Music & How It Impacts Your Brain, Emotions.Available: http://psychcentral.com/lib/music-how-it-impacts-your-brain-emotions/. Last accessed 27th August 2015.
Wednesday, 26 August 2015
"Same-sex marriage debate heats up in Adelaide"
Image: 7 News Adelaide
To watch video click here: https://au.news.yahoo.com/video/watch/29347369/same-sex-marriage-debate-heats-up-in-adelaide/#page1Two days ago, 7 news Adelaide uploaded a video regarding a debate over the new rainbow walk in support of same sex marriage.
When same sex marriage became legal in America, Facebook introduced a rainbow filter which allowed Facebook users to create a rainbow colour over their original image. The rainbow colour was obviously a sign homosexuals used to represent themselves on the day; however, Facebook showed it off to the world... and now Adelaide is considering a rainbow coloured pavement.
This to me, makes me want to create a video with natural/bright lighting. I want the whole video to be as natural as possible, to create a real effect and relevant emotions to be displayed. I don't think I will use rainbow colours as such; however, bright colours will be used a lot more than apposed to darker colours.
Ideas
Not only are a lot of people 'for' same sex marriage, there are also a lot of people who are 'against' it. Therefore, I want my promotional video to be capturing. Through watching various videos promoting same sex marriage, I have discovered that those who are against same sex marriage would never watch the videos as they understand what they are about almost immediately. Therefore, I want to create a video that people do not think is about same sex marriage, till it strikes them on an emotional front as to how unreasonable and completely ignorant it is to be against it.
I went online and googled 'same sex marriage videos' and discovered 'The 8 Best Marriage Equality Videos From Around The World'
To watch videos: http://www.queerty.com/marriage-equality-videos-from-around-the-globe-20111203
<Unknown. (2015). The 8 Best Marriage Equality Videos From Around the World. Available: http://www.queerty.com/marriage-equality-videos-from-around-the-globe-20111203. Last accessed 27th August 2015.>
I went online and googled 'same sex marriage videos' and discovered 'The 8 Best Marriage Equality Videos From Around The World'
To watch videos: http://www.queerty.com/marriage-equality-videos-from-around-the-globe-20111203
<Unknown. (2015). The 8 Best Marriage Equality Videos From Around the World. Available: http://www.queerty.com/marriage-equality-videos-from-around-the-globe-20111203. Last accessed 27th August 2015.>
Marriage Equality
Image: Julia Gillard - The Sydney Morning Herald
Same sex marriage is obviously an extremely hot topic at the moment, especially with it becoming legal in all U.S states. The pressure on the Australian government has become intense, and people all over Australia are beginning to express how they feel about the situation. The amount of people 'for' same sex marriage in Australia is extremely high, and this is evident through rallies and even through social media posts in support for marriage equality, even Julia Gillard (former PM) has changed her mind to support same sex marriage. The pressure added by other key countries around the world and former members of parliament being in favour for same sex marriage is extremely positive for a movement in Australia.
Julia Gillard article here: http://www.smh.com.au/federal-politics/political-news/julia-gillard-changes-mind-to-support-samesex-marriage-20150826-gj8k24.html
The relevance same sex marriage has upon society at this very moment plays an extremely important role in the reason why I have decided to create a promotional video in support of this movement.
<Hatch, P. (2015). Julia Gillard changes mind to support same-sex marriage Read more: http://www.smh.com.au/federal-politics/political-news/julia-gillard-changes-mind-to-support-samesex-marriage-20150826-gj8k24.html#ix. Available: http://www.smh.com.au/federal-politics/political-news/julia-gillard-changes-mind-to-support-samesex-marriage-20150826-gj8k24.html. Last accessed 27th August 2015.>
Mind Map
Image: Mind map regarding same sex marriage
Wednesday, 19 August 2015
Assignment One Planning
For assignment one, I will be creating a promotional video based around the social issue of 'same sex marriage'. This sentence alone already says so much, as same sex marriage should not be a social 'issue'! I have chosen to create a video promoting same sex marriage, as I am a strong believer in having the right to marry the person you love, regardless of gender.
The audience I am targeting the video towards is EVERYONE. Females, males, heterosexuals and homosexuals of all ages and nationalities. Although the video is targeted towards everyone, I really want to focus on creating awareness amongst the younger generations, as they are the future and have the power to make a change in the world. However, in saying this, it is mostly the older generations who have an issue with same sex marriage; therefore I want to incorporate both into the video.
I want to capture the attention of heterosexuals mostly, by creating a video that triggers emotions of inequality. I want everyone to realise that there is nothing wrong about loving someone.
As people who are against same sex marriage, would not want to take any part in things to do with homosexuals, I want to reverse the video! I want to begin the video with a heterosexual couple in a realistic setting, such as a cafe. I want the video to show the heterosexual couple being flirtatious, holding hands and kissing etc. while an older homosexual couple and other public members start making comments and giving them bad looks. I want the young heterosexual couple to feel judged, just like homosexual couples do when people judge them and say rude things.
After the video, I want people to realise how ridiculous it is to judge people for loving another, and that people of all sexualities should be accepted in society, and have the right to marry who ever they want.
Obviously the tone will start off quite serious; however, I would like to incorporate humour of some sort, or something less serious to make it approachable and ensure it doesn't get boring! Therefore, I would like the colour to be of natural lighting, to give a realistic setting! I don't want it to be dark, as that can immediately turn people away sometimes. As for the font, I want it to be pretty basic and minimal, as I want the audience to focus on the actors and the message they are sending!
The audience I am targeting the video towards is EVERYONE. Females, males, heterosexuals and homosexuals of all ages and nationalities. Although the video is targeted towards everyone, I really want to focus on creating awareness amongst the younger generations, as they are the future and have the power to make a change in the world. However, in saying this, it is mostly the older generations who have an issue with same sex marriage; therefore I want to incorporate both into the video.
I want to capture the attention of heterosexuals mostly, by creating a video that triggers emotions of inequality. I want everyone to realise that there is nothing wrong about loving someone.
As people who are against same sex marriage, would not want to take any part in things to do with homosexuals, I want to reverse the video! I want to begin the video with a heterosexual couple in a realistic setting, such as a cafe. I want the video to show the heterosexual couple being flirtatious, holding hands and kissing etc. while an older homosexual couple and other public members start making comments and giving them bad looks. I want the young heterosexual couple to feel judged, just like homosexual couples do when people judge them and say rude things.
After the video, I want people to realise how ridiculous it is to judge people for loving another, and that people of all sexualities should be accepted in society, and have the right to marry who ever they want.
Obviously the tone will start off quite serious; however, I would like to incorporate humour of some sort, or something less serious to make it approachable and ensure it doesn't get boring! Therefore, I would like the colour to be of natural lighting, to give a realistic setting! I don't want it to be dark, as that can immediately turn people away sometimes. As for the font, I want it to be pretty basic and minimal, as I want the audience to focus on the actors and the message they are sending!
New Media
New media, to me, is a quite difficult term to describe. When I think of 'new media', I think about all the technologies that continue to evolve.
When I think of new media, I think about children watching movies on their iPads, or even people reading books on their phones. However, to children, this wouldn't be new media... this would simply be what a video player was to me when I was younger. As spoken about in the lecture, all media is new at some point!
The main thing I think of when talking about new media though, would have to be all the different kinds of social media platforms! Social media is taking over our lives, both negatively and positively. Social media platforms have allowed people all over the world to connect with one another, being able to share things like images etc. immediately after they were taken. To me, I find it amazing that I am able to talk to my friend in America and send her photos without any delay
When I think of new media, I think about children watching movies on their iPads, or even people reading books on their phones. However, to children, this wouldn't be new media... this would simply be what a video player was to me when I was younger. As spoken about in the lecture, all media is new at some point!
The main thing I think of when talking about new media though, would have to be all the different kinds of social media platforms! Social media is taking over our lives, both negatively and positively. Social media platforms have allowed people all over the world to connect with one another, being able to share things like images etc. immediately after they were taken. To me, I find it amazing that I am able to talk to my friend in America and send her photos without any delay
Wednesday, 29 July 2015
Week One: Initial Thoughts
Initial Thoughts?
I am a second year Communications and Media Management student. I have always been extremely interested in radio, as well as writing. Being a radio presenter has always been a childhood dream of mine; however, the further I get through my university studies, the more I become interested in the 'behind the scenes' and management of radio.Digital media has never been a strong point of mine, therefore I believe this class will be a challenge for me! I am excited to learn how I can use my writing skills in collaboration with film and television. I am quite nervous about the course, as I tend to struggle with technology, but I believe I'll get a lot out of the course and hopefully a better knowledge of what I wish to do in the future!
80 Social Issues, Non-for-profit Organisations
Below is a list of social issues currently facing Australia, as well as non-for-profit organisations to whom are helping make a change.
- Racism
- Human rights
- Bullying
- Binge drinking
- Organ donating
- Surf Life Saving
- Violence against women
- Eating disorders
- Mental illness'
- Marriage equality
- Aged care
- Child abuse
- Welfare
- Poverty
- Cyber protection
- 3am Lock out laws
- Ice epidemic
- Animal rights
- Indigenous rights
- Rural/farming
- Veteran, ex-servicemen/women services
- Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC)
- Royal Flying Doctor Service
- Cancer Council Australia
- Disability Sports Australia
- White Ribbon Australia
- NurseLink Foundation Limited
- Drug addiction
- Fair trade
- food and agriculture issues
- RSPCA
- United Nations Children's Fund
- Human Rights Watch
- Doctors Without Borders
- Compassion International
- Amnesty International
- Ronald McDonald House Charities
- World Wildlife Fund
- Water.org
- Lions Clubs International Foundation
- Wounded Warrior Project
- GlobalGiving
- Institute of International Education
- Make-A-Wish
- Red Cross
- Racism: It Stops With Me
- Beyond Blue
- Motor Accident Commission
- PETA
- Indigenous land rights
- Indigenous employment and education
- Disability support
- Aboriginal incarceration
- Anti-terrorism
- Human Rights Watch
- Treatment of asylum seekers
- Legal aid for asylum seekers
- Every Australian Counts Campaign
- Hate Crime
- Grassroots Democracy: disability rights campaign
- Violence Against Women: Australia says no
- Make Poverty History
- Join The Movement To End Poverty campaign
- World Vision Australia: Campaign for change
- Caritas Australia: Join the movement to end poverty
- Mary MacKillop Foundation
- Oxfam Australia
- Animals Australia
- Feminism
- Obesity
- Australia World Animal Protection
- Make It Possible - animal rights
- End Factory Farming campaign - animal rights
- Animal Welfare League
- A Healthy and Active Australia: Healthy Active
- Shape Up Australia
- National Obesity Awareness Campaign
- LiveLighter
- Slip Slop Slap
- Breast Cancer Foundation
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