Please write a complete paragraph on each of three goals, along with an introduction paragraph.
Looking back at the goals I set for myself last year, I can say that I was able to achieve two out of three of the goals. The achieved goals include learning keyboard shortcuts and understanding how to use filmmaking equipment effectively. Although I have much more to learn, I loved learning new keyboard shortcuts that make the editing process more efficient. (Some of my favorite include alt to copy the item and i+o+' combination is quickly eject unusable portions of a clip) With the help of CreaTV and numerous projects, I was able to be proficient at operating the camera. The one I consider to be unachieved is the goal to create more visually aesthetic shots. Personally speaking, I do not see significant improvement in my ability to compose better shots. Roughly analyzing the goals I was able to achieve last year, here are the goals I am setting for this year:
1. Have an understanding of how Adobe After Effects work
Based on my ability to achieve goals in the editing category, I believe learning the basics of After Effects is a well achievable goal for this year. However, this level of mastery will depend upon how many projects I will be assigned that will require this software. Because I finally downloaded the Adobe Creative Cloud on my own computer, I will have consistent access to this application at home. Unfortunately, the amount that can be dedicated to editing will be limited due to college apps and the 4 AP courses I will be taking. Therefore, the assigned projects' necessity of After Effects will play a large role in achieving this goal. I will most likely be watching numerous hours of After Effects tutorials in my free time despite the previously stated commitments so I hope to gain technical education from Youtube.
2. Understand all of the color correcting panel's functionalities
Last year, I was fascinated by my discovery of HSL Secondary during skills USA. Color Correcting is one of my favorite aspects of editing coming in after masking, keying, and motion tracking. I want to be able to color correct from raw footage so that I get the most data from one shot to work with. I also noticed that the color correcting panel and the Lumetri Color effects seen in the editing panel has slightly different functionalities a couple months ago. I am especially interested in learning color theory and the graphs correlated with color. I would have to click around the software more and actively google when I discover a new function.
3. Create varied projects outside of class
Although I made projects outside of class last year as well, I would like to set this as a goal this year especially because second semester senior year will allow me to have more time. For example, I want to challenge myself to film competitions when I have time. As academics killed my sleeping schedule Junior year, I did not participate in any of the recommended film competitions except for Skills USA. Once all of my college applications are submitted, I want to work on projects outside of my comfort zone. I discovered that working on a wide range of projects help me enhance my skills in various forms. For example, I worked on a vertical video this year inspired by the launch of Instagram TV. Although it was a peculiar project, I learned how to change my interface in order to match the content I am working with. I need to keep an eye out for inspiration for new content to film or film competitions of submit to.
1. Have an understanding of how Adobe After Effects work
Based on my ability to achieve goals in the editing category, I believe learning the basics of After Effects is a well achievable goal for this year. However, this level of mastery will depend upon how many projects I will be assigned that will require this software. Because I finally downloaded the Adobe Creative Cloud on my own computer, I will have consistent access to this application at home. Unfortunately, the amount that can be dedicated to editing will be limited due to college apps and the 4 AP courses I will be taking. Therefore, the assigned projects' necessity of After Effects will play a large role in achieving this goal. I will most likely be watching numerous hours of After Effects tutorials in my free time despite the previously stated commitments so I hope to gain technical education from Youtube.
2. Understand all of the color correcting panel's functionalities
Last year, I was fascinated by my discovery of HSL Secondary during skills USA. Color Correcting is one of my favorite aspects of editing coming in after masking, keying, and motion tracking. I want to be able to color correct from raw footage so that I get the most data from one shot to work with. I also noticed that the color correcting panel and the Lumetri Color effects seen in the editing panel has slightly different functionalities a couple months ago. I am especially interested in learning color theory and the graphs correlated with color. I would have to click around the software more and actively google when I discover a new function.
3. Create varied projects outside of class
Although I made projects outside of class last year as well, I would like to set this as a goal this year especially because second semester senior year will allow me to have more time. For example, I want to challenge myself to film competitions when I have time. As academics killed my sleeping schedule Junior year, I did not participate in any of the recommended film competitions except for Skills USA. Once all of my college applications are submitted, I want to work on projects outside of my comfort zone. I discovered that working on a wide range of projects help me enhance my skills in various forms. For example, I worked on a vertical video this year inspired by the launch of Instagram TV. Although it was a peculiar project, I learned how to change my interface in order to match the content I am working with. I need to keep an eye out for inspiration for new content to film or film competitions of submit to.
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