Amberly Hunt A2 Media

  Why do you need a storyboard? Best way to share the vision. A visual aid- you are able to show how exactly you want the film to look through pictures rather than words.  Makes production much easier.  A storyboard sets up a plan for production, including all of the shots needed in the order that they will be laid out and how the visuals will interact with the script.  Saves you time. It helps to make the creation process go more smoothly.    How to make a storyboard:   Create the template Add the script below each panel - write any dialogue that will be said and a brief description of the scene/shot. it should read like a comic book  Sketch the story- it doesn't have to be incredibly detailed.  Just provide enough visual detail to give an impression of what is happening. Show the characters in the scene, the framing etc. make notes about camera angles and movement, transitions between shots and ot

This is the rules that Pixar storywriters abide to when they are writing scripts: Admire a character for trying more than their successes. Keep in mind what is interesting to an audience, not what is fun for a writer. You won't see what the story is actually about until you finish it- see a theme and then rewrite to surround the theme better. Once upon a time there was _________. Everyday __________. One day __________. Because of that ________. Because of that _________. Until finally _________. Simplify. Focus. Combine characters. Hop over detours. What are your character's strengths? Throw the polar opposite at them. Challenge them. How do they deal? Come up with the ending before you figure out your middle. Finish the story - let go even if it's not perfect. When stuck, make a list of what wouldn't happen next. Pull apart stories you like and find the best features; they are an embodiment of you as a writer. Putting it on paper lets you start fixing it

Risk Danger Likeliness Danger level What to do if risk occurs Prevention Slippery surfaces in corridor. Danger of minor falls. Unlikely. Low. Treat any injuries. Be cautious when running in the corridor and check if the floor isn’t wet. Moving vehicles in car park. Danger of being hit or run over. Very unlikely. High. If the accident is bad, call 999. Show caution when filming and try to film at times where the car park would be less busy. Candles and open fireplace. Danger of burns. Likely. Medium/ High. Put fires out. Treat burns by using a cooling agent or running under cold water. Be cautious of the flames; this is applicable to both the actors and production team. Tools in shed. Danger of being injured