Hardware and software

I have decided to research into the hardware and software that I will be using so that I can see what sorts of equipment and programmes that I need to become familiar with

Hardware/ Equipment

The Macs - I will be using the macs in order to edit the footage that I have taken. I have never used the macs before So I will need to do some tutorials and some research into how the operate and how to use the programmes on the desktop.

The Film camera (and equipment) - I will be using a professional Sony video camera in order to catch the footage. Along with the camera I will need the separate pieces of equipment such as the boom pole and microphone, The tripod and a tape for the film. I have little knowledge of these pieces of equipment however I think that after conducting some test shots the equipment will get easier to set up and operate.

Camera - I am going to use a samsung camera to take the photos that I need for the web page and Poster. I have quite a lot of knowledge and experience with the still cameras and understand terms such as the rule of thirds and framing. I think that I will be able to use this knowledge to my advantage in order to create a professional looking poster.

Software

Final cut pro - Final Cut PRO is a piece of software that is installed on the macs that you use to edit footage. I have never used Final Cut Pro so I will need to attempt some tutorials and watch some videos in order to learn how to use this particular piece of software.

Garage band - Garage band is another Programme that is installed on the Macs. This programme is a sound programme that you can create separate sounds or soundtracks on; that you can then add to the footage. I have never used this programme either so tutorials and research will be needed.

Photoshop - I am fairly familiar and confident with the programme Photoshop, Photoshop is a programme where you can manipulate and layer images in order to create background, posters and other forms of graphics. I don't need to research this programme as I am reasonable at using it anyway. However if I come across a certain feature that I am unsure about I will conduct the research as this arises.

Dreamweaver - I will be using Dreamweaver in order to create the website for the film I am creating. I have used Dreamweaver before and am currently using it for another course I am taking. I already know the basics of the programme and am currently learning the more advanced techniques this means that individual tutorials won't be needed.