This final project is a short nonfiction piece centered on my son, capturing small moments that show who he is and what our time together feels like. The goal was to create a meaningful, personal story using intentional composition, steady tripod shots, and a clear beginning–middle–end structure. This project brought together everything I learned throughout the semester and applied it to a subject who matters deeply to me.
I planned the concept, filmed all the footage, recorded audio, and edited the final piece. I used the VJ kit, set white balance and exposure for each shot, and kept the camera steady on a tripod. I captured B‑roll that reflected my son’s personality and the environment around him. In editing, I organized the story into a smooth sequence, added titles, adjusted pacing, and shaped the visuals to create an emotional, cohesive final project.
This project taught me how challenging it is to tell a personal story while still meeting strict technical requirements. Because the subject was my son, I focused more on emotion than structure at first, and I learned how important it is to balance both. I also realized how much B‑roll I need to fully support a longer piece, and how planning ahead makes the edit much easier.
The strongest part of this project is the heart behind it. The visuals feel genuine, and the piece captures the calm, real moments that make time with my son meaningful. Even with the challenges, the project shows how much I’ve grown in composition, pacing, and visual storytelling.
If I could revise it, I would film more B‑roll to give myself more options in the edit. I’d also spend more time refining the audio and pacing to make the final piece feel even smoother and more polished. With more planning and shot variety, I could strengthen the narrative flow even further.
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