Wednesday, 21 October 2015

Props and Equipment List

Props and Equipment List

1) DSLR Camera
I plan to use my own DSLR camera, a Nikon 3300, as I am more familiar with the settings and how to set it up exactly how I need to. 

2) Lens
I am also using my own camera lens, Nikon, as it produces sufficient quality picture for my music video. I will also be able to keep the zoom set up exactly the same over the few days of filming.

3) Tripod
I will again use my own tripod, as I marked the tripod exactly where how the tripod should be set up. Therefore the height in every shot will be the same. 

4) Several SD Cards
I will bring all the SD cards that I own, as I will be filming the whole dance routine in every location. Therefore I will be filming a lot of footage.

5) String/Yarn
I tie the string to one leg of the tripod, and cut it to the distance needed between Esther and the tripod, this way Esther will be in the same spot every time. Esther will also be able to position herself independently, while I set up other equipment in each location. This will reduce the amount of time taken to set up in every location, which will maximise the time available to film in various locations.

6) Blunt Scissors
I will need scissors to cut the string. I will only need blunt rounded scissors, as the string/yarn will be reasonably easy to cut.

7) Speaker
I will need a portable speaker, so Esther has music which she can dance to. This will ensure that Esther's timing is right, which will make the transitions in locations smooth.

8) Extra Batteries/Charging Wire
I am going to bring spare batteries for the speaker, so if the original batteries run out, we can continue to film. I will also bring the charging wire, so If we use internal locations I will be able the speaker even if the batteries run out. 

9) Ipod
I will bring an iPod with me to play the song from. Using a separate iPod will reduce the chances of the iPod running out of battery.

10) Iphone/Ipad
I will download '100 Places of Dance', and a video of the dance routine to my iPhone or iPad so I can show owners of potential locations my ideas and intentions. 

11) Money
We will be using trains to transport to different locations in London, therefore I must have enough money to pay for Esther and I to travel easily. I will also need to provide Esther with food and drink so has enough energy to perform and dance.

12) Umbrella
The weather is very temperamental therefore, I must have at least one umbrella to hold over my camera if it starts to rain, to prevent my equipment from getting damaged. 

13) Equipment List
I will bring my equipment list with me, so I can use it as a check list to ensure I have everything. I will also refer to it when I need equipment.

14) Shot List
I am going to make a list of possible backgrounds/locations I thought of in the post 'Possible Locations/Shot', so I can use for inspiration when filming.

15) Pen
I am going to bring a pen will me onto locations, so I write down possible shot lists found on the day. This will mean I am less likely to forget potential locations. 

16) Spare camera battery?
I would ideally like to bring a spare camera battery when filming, however I am struggling to find one that I can use. I have considered purchasing another one, however they are relatively expensive when you consider the money I will be spending on travel and other elements which are constructing my music video. Therefore a spare camera battery isn't compulsory but preferable. 



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