4. Location
The location of the video is a big thing as it is what makes the genre what it is,
for example a rap artist would most likely be in a sunny location whereas a
rock/metal would most likely be set in a dark location. It is a key element to
defining the music genre and also helps encourage the key genre stereotypes,
so with a location you want it to be relatable to the song, you don’t want a
location that doesn’t have anything relating to the story or the song what so
ever, that would make the directors and production team look unprofessional
and just choosing locations out of random. Alot of preparation goes into finding
the perfect shooting shots for the music video to make the shots more effective
than they would be with shots that don’t relate.
7. Character
The character or characters are the main plot of any music video whether it be
Concept, Narrative or Performance. There will always be a main character and
that is where the music video is based around. Performance will mainly focus
on the main characters (The Band) and then the side characters (Audience,
Crew etc). Then with narrative there will be always be a main character and
side characters and same goes with concept. Characters are what make the
video what it is, without them the video wouldn’t be as good or even not
possible to make, they are a key part in a music video and also a key part on
who is chosen for the role and whether they are suitable for the role.
10. Cinematography
Camera shots are key to making the perfect production and to making your video to
professional standards. The shots need to be used with precisian and when used
effectively, work wonders. This is why I have decided to use these shots in my video.
These are very good shots and work really well.
Shots Chosen
- Tracking
- Panning
- Point of View
- Low/High Angle
- Over the Shoulder
During pre production I will feature more effective shots but at the moment these are the
ones that appeal to me and that I think will work well in my music video.