Studying Everyday - ID# 95
Elk Grove High School
Music Video
Entry Description
An original music video parody of "Everyday" by Chief Keef.
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Recent Teacher Comments
- 4/14 2:51 pm - Your music video has a playful spirit and there is a willingness to experiment creatively with different techniques. However, there are some technical and continuity issues which make it hard for the audience to fully connect with your piece. STORY: There is a clear intention and action behind the characters in your music video and I can see what you are going for! However, it is difficult to follow the story at times, or to understand the motivation behind certain scenes. Some shots feel random or unmotivated that can leave the audience confused. For example, the shot of the floor/wall at 0:17 to 0:22 feels out of place. What was the intention behind the inclusion of this shot? Adding even a very simple buildup could help bring more structure to your video which can make it more cohesive. I do like how this is a parody of a song. The lyrics work well together! SOUND: Your audio mix is modulated appropriately. One thing to note is that your lip syncing is inconsistent. At times, this can be very distracting. Try using specific visual words or phrases on the screen to cover up inconsistent lip syncing. Consider filming segments with music playing to make sure that you get the timing right. Also, be sure to check that the audio track covers your full video. There is black on screen and silence from 1:58 to 2:33. There is also a clip at the end of your video from 2:33 to 2:42 that has no sound. This seems like it could have been an unintentional error. Always be sure to check your timeline and re-watch your video after exporting! CAMERA: You have a nice variety of camera shots! I really enjoyed the framing you had in your shot at 0:56 as well as at 1:52! Something to think about is shot clarity and intention. Some of your camera shots seemed rushed or just a tiny bit shaky. Planning shots in advance can help you flush out your story and can help with consistency. I would suggest using a storyboard to visually map out your project. Also, using a tripod or some type of stabilizer can really help to amplify your footage! LIGHTING: Overall you used lighting effectively in the spaces that you filmed! I would say something to watch for is filming in front of windows. Your shot at 1:02 is great and it's colored a specific way, but you can tell that the sky is blown out with the whites. Usually you don’t want to film facing into a window. Instead, have your subject face the window so that the light falls onto them. You then want the camera to face away from the window. EDITING: Overall, you have some solid pacing throughout your video! I think there are a few places that may have been unintentional errors. For example, the black frame at 0:32 lingers for a few seconds. Was this intentional? If not, you could swap it out with another shot! Your video also ends with about 30-40 seconds of a silent black screen. Make sure you always review your timeline before exporting. Overall, your video has really fun and exciting energy! There’s also a clear connection between the song and what vibe you were going for. Like I wrote, the energy is there - now it’s about pairing that creativity with technical control and storytelling clarity. Keep making videos and refining your edits! Remember, every visual choice affects how your audience perceives something. You are on the right path! Great work!
- 2/18 9:40 am - One of the main areas for improvement in this video is the lip-syncing, which is noticeably off throughout. Precise synchronization between the singer’s performance and the audio track is essential for maintaining immersion and professionalism. To improve this, consider closely matching the performance to the song during filming and refining the timing in post-production to ensure everything aligns smoothly. Even small adjustments in editing can make a significant difference in making the performance feel more authentic and polished. Additionally, more time and effort could be dedicated to capturing creative and engaging shots. While the video may have some strong moments, there’s an opportunity to enhance the overall visual appeal by experimenting with dynamic camera angles, movement, lighting techniques, and unique framing. Incorporating a variety of perspectives, slow-motion shots, or artistic transitions could make the video more visually compelling and keep the audience’s attention throughout. Another issue is the long period of black screen at the end of the video. While intentional fade-outs or moments of silence can be used effectively for dramatic impact, an extended blank screen may feel unintentional and disrupt the viewing experience. Trimming unnecessary empty space or adding a concluding visual element—such as credits, a logo, or an artistic outro—could help maintain engagement and provide a stronger, more polished ending. Overall, with improved lip-syncing, more dynamic cinematography, and a refined ending, this music video could be much stronger. There’s a lot of potential here, and with more attention to detail in these areas, future projects could be even more impactful. Keep pushing your creativity!
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