Document and explain the difference and the use cases of mono, stereo, and 5.1 audio

Record and document your process of creating a short podcast (or video equivalent) featuring an introduction with music, a vox pop, and a narrator / host. Follow this tutorial.

Manipulate and adjust audio levels manually

Record a 4 track audio production using a professional recording device (Zoom H4n or similar) for the Music Department

Record interview on a topic of your choice outside on a windy day and edit a short film which shows the 'before cleanup' and 'after cleanup' audio. Share the video with the class and explain the processes involved in repairing the audio

Demonstrate an understanding of recording technologies by annotating 5 features of the H4n using this reference guide

Document and annotate basic elements of school cameras including where to access key features (menu, aperture, shutter speed, ISO, menu, SD card format, zoom), key physical features (microphone, lens, body, lens cap, flash output, grip) using this guide as a reference

Document, define, explain the exposure triangle (aperture, shutter speed, ISO

Take a series of photos in manual mode (manual ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed) and annotate the aesthetic qualities of the images with reference to ISO, Aperture, and Shutter Speed

Document a comparison of the difference between lossless and lossy audio including MP3 and WAV. Document and explain the use cases of MP3 and WAV files (during production, for consumption, for livestreaming).

Document, annotate and explain the elements of a tripod using this reference guide and tripod head (guide coming soon)

Demonstrate safe handling of camera, lens, tripod, and baseplate

Document and be able to discuss the role and importance of informed consent in video and phiotography productions using this resource

Document and explain the fundamental concepts of decibels using this guide including the definition, key decibel reference points (hearing damage, car traffic, whisper).

Abrupt Changes
(mixing section)

Document and explain the effects of humidity on cameras and lenses

Explain the convergence of camera technologies and the impact this has had on small budget producers

Document and compare the types of cameras that are best suited to a variety of applications (street photography, portrait photography, travel vlogs, on-location news journalism, independent films)

Document and discuss the tradeoffs between capturing RAW and compressed file types in production

Document and compare the file type options on two school cameras

Through a process of research and experimentation, document and demonstrate efficient adjustment of manual exposure settings as per different use cases (sports, astrophotography, portrait photography, low-light street photography) on one school camera

Document and demonstrate an applied understanding of key compositional techniques (rule of thirds, leading lines, colour contrast, frame within a frame, selective focus) using this guide and additional reference material

Document, explain, compare, and discuss the types of cameras which are used by media producers (GoPro, DSLR, Studio Cameras, Mobile Phones). Link these cameras to specific use cases and provide examples of their utilisation by media producers and audiences.

Document, and explain multiple camera stabalisation options (handheld, tripod, shouldermount, gimbal. steadycam). Add a video to your portfolio which demonstrates your mastery of at least two shot types

Document, discuss, and demonstrate the efficient use of advanced camera functions including colour (white balance), focus (selective, continuous/single, wide, manual) and file type (1080p, 720p, 30fps, 25fps)

Document and demonstrate the process of lens cleaning through first using a blower to remove dust then using a micro-fibre cloth. Discuss the potential issues created by incorrect cleaning methods

Document and discuss the pros and cons of zoom and prime lenses

Explain the use cases for VBR and lossless audio files