Beginner Versus Pro: Filmmaking Challenge

Jul 23, 2024

Beginner Versus Pro: Filmmaking Challenge

Participants

  • Landon (Pro)
  • Matt
  • Meggan (Beginner)

Challenge Overview

  • Objective: Create the best 30-second intro video for a friend's YouTube channel.
  • Meggan's Equipment:
    • DJI Ronin 4D cinema camera
    • Lenses and additional gear
  • Landon's Equipment:
    • DJI Pocket 3
    • Suction cup mount

Key Elements

  • Subject: A $3 million Bugatti Veyron hypercar
  • Filming Time:
    • Landon: 45 minutes
    • Meggan: 1.5 hours
  • Editing Time: 24 hours

Filming Process

Meggan's Approach

  • Initial challenges with shot listing and camera handling
  • Managed to shoot from inside and outside the car
  • Used close-up shots and experimented with angles
  • Utilized a camera car for additional complex shots
  • Completed filming ahead of time

Landon's Approach

  • Optimized the small and mobile DJI Pocket 3
  • Struggled initially with the setup in a limited timeframe
  • Used creative and dynamic angles (including a puddle shot and mounting on the car)
  • Filmed inside a shipping container for a dramatic effect
  • Focused on quick movements and action shots

Post-Production Insights

Meggan's Edit

  • Followed a shot list inspired by the movie "Cars"
  • Created a dynamic and fast-paced intro using multiple angles and car sounds
  • Feedback from Landon:
    • Great shots utilizing the Ronin 4Dā€™s stabilization
    • Suggested adding riser sound effects for the black screens
    • Advised warmer color grading to match the environment

Landon's Edit

  • Fast-paced, intense editing style with heavy sound design (15 layers of sound effects)
  • Highlighted dramatic shots like the car in a shipping container
  • Focus on small camera advantages for dynamic shots
  • Landon's edit felt like a cinematic trailer with a polished finish

Conclusion and Results

  • Both participants delivered impressive videos
  • Landon praised Meggan's work and offered constructive feedback
  • Landon spent about 5 hours editing his video focusing on a comprehensive sound design and color grading

Special Thanks and Gifts

  • Meggan received a DJI Pocket 3 and a membership to Full-Time Filmmaker
  • Appreciation for participation and effort

Final Thoughts

  • The challenge highlighted different approaches and techniques in filmmaking
  • Both participants showcased creativity and adaptability
  • Viewers encouraged to join Full-Time Filmmaker and check out DJI Pocket 3

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