After reviewing our footage and talking about our style, Sarah and I have decided to reapproach the project. What we have is a handful of shots that cover the event, but are unfocused. We have decided to focus on a creating a tightened script and narration using what we learned from our time at the Faire. This has helped us to create a new workflow:
1. Explore: We found we couldn’t really get a feel for the event/the costumers until we were there. We saw what was the most dynamic, interesting and prominent.
2. Assess: After the event we were able to focus and reflect on where our story would lie. We came away with questions, and found we were able to focus our research with more direction.
3. Write a script: With research, broll and pre-interviews in hand, we should be set to create a tight, interesting story. This includes visual story, so we know what shots to get
4. Pre-production: Record voice over narration, arrange portraits with subjects
5. Re shoot: We decided to do a lot more directing, which means much more control with our shots. We want control of environment, background elements and lighting. We hope to create more beautiful, staged shots.
6. Re Edit: Using b-roll as backup, cut together a more controlled, dynamic piece following the script and timed to already recorded narration.
I think that we need to have two steps of the narration. Start with take one with the script and then rerecord it with the final footage. I am not sure that this will be necessary but it seems that it could really help.