60 Sec PSA Tutoring

 

 Here is the link to my Youtube for all my work.

For this project, I created a 60-second PSA with Rod Young that focused on the importance of tutoring especially during finals season. I chose this topic because, let’s be real, by the time the semester starts wrapping up, a lot of us are running on coffee, prayers, and a good playlist. Students like me get overwhelmed fast, and having support can make a huge difference. I wanted the PSA to show that getting help early isn’t a sign of weakness it’s actually what keeps you from stressing out later. I used incompetech for my background music.

While filming, I worked on my lighting techniques and practiced using reflectors. I didn’t realize how something as simple as a collapsible bounce could make the whole shot look cleaner and more professional. It doesn’t take much, but that extra pop of light really elevates the visuals and makes everything look more intentional.

I picked tutoring because every student can relate especially at an HBCU where we push each other to succeed and represent excellence. Finals hit hard, and sometimes you just need someone to walk you through a tough class or explain something in a way that actually clicks. Tutoring isn’t just for when you’re struggling  it’s for staying ahead, staying confident, and staying focused.

3 light set up

 

For this blog post, I’m explaining how my group used a light reflector during an indoor video shoot. I’ll walk through the steps we followed and include the six photos we took: the before and after shots, the wide shot showing our setup, the view from behind the reflector, the view from behind the reporter, and a close-up of the reflector doing its job. The purpose of the post is to show how a reflector can brighten the subject and improve the overall lighting even when filming indoor.

Here, we added the reflector. You can see how the light is now bounced onto the Jalen’s face, making the shot look clearer and more balanced.

From this angle, you can see how the reflector is positioned and how it directs the light toward the reporter’s face.

A close-up of the reflector in action, showing how it catches the light and brightens the subject.

This wide shot shows our full setup indoors  the reporter, the videographer, and the reflector operator all working together.

Reflecting Assignment

This week we focused on how important a collapsible bounce light reflector can be during field production. Before this exercise, I didn’t realize how much of a difference a simple reflector could make when shooting outside. In situations like television news, reporters don’t always get to choose the perfect lighting, especially when the sun is behind them. A reflector helps solve that problem by catching the sunlight and redirecting it onto the reporter’s face. Seeing that done in real time makes you understand why professionals rely on it so much.

For our field assignment, my group worked together to demonstrate the full process. We had one person play the reporter, another student serve as the videographer, a third operate the reflector, and with the help of Jalen and Dallas organize the shots and make sure we captured every angle we needed. We followed the plan step-by-step, making sure we understood exactly how the reflector changed the lighting.

We took six pictures to show the whole process:

1. A before shot with no reflector.

2. An after shot with the reflector improving the light.

3. A wide shot from behind the camera showing the full setup.

4. A shot from behind the reflector showing the light hitting the reporter’s face.

5. A shot from behind the reporter showing everyone working.

6. A close-up of the reflector in action.

From this exercise, I learned how simple but effective a reflector is. It doesn’t take much effort to use, but it makes the lighting look a lot better. Now I understand why it’s such an important tool in video production.

Action Sequence Video

This was my first time producing an “Action Sequence,” and I decided to switch things up from the traditional Turner Hall routine. Instead of starting in a classroom, I filmed Jalen Gasque leaving the library, walking down the stairs, and heading outside. From there, he got in his car, went to shoot some basketball footage, and then wrapped up the sequence by heading back to his room. Even though it was my first time doing this, I focused on keeping the shots clean, the movement continuous, and the final edit smooth in Ad
Adobe Premiere Pro. 

“Five Questions in Four Parts” Interview

           For this project, I produced an interview featuring Dallas Barnes and Bradley Hubbard, where they discussed this year’s homecoming  specifically how they felt about not having a concert and shared their thoughts on the current state of hip-hop. You can view my full video on Youtube!

As the producer, I focused on making sure the audio quality was clear, the lighting was even, and the composition of each shot was balanced. During editing, I cleaned up transitions, synced audio to match, and added background music to create a smoother overall flow. he video starts off with a clean two-shot of the host and guests, setting the vibe right from the jump. Then it switches up with close-ups of Dallas and Bradley while they’re answering questions, plus some reverse shots of the host and a few cutaway listening shots to keep it smooth and natural. I wrapped it up with a tight two-shot close so it all came together nice and professional. I used Incompetech for my music in the background.

Person on the Street (POS) Abortion Ban Senate Bill 323

For this project below is my Youtube video, I decided to focus on the abortion ban, Senate Bill 323. I chose this topic because it’s one of the most talked-about and emotional issues in our state right now. I wanted to find out how people really feel about the bill  whether they support it, oppose it, or feel somewhere in the middle. The goal of my report was to get honest opinions from everyday people, not just politicians or news anchors.

       

 

 From this project, I learned that as a journalist, it’s important to stay neutral and let people’s voices tell the story. I also learned how to balance strong opinions on sensitive topics while keeping the report respectful and informative. The editing process especially syncing the music, adding supers, and adjusting the lighting  helped me make the final version look professional and well-paced. I used Incompetech for my music in the background.

 

            

Me in 30 Seconds!

 This video project is all about showing how editing can totally change the look and feel of a short clip. My first version is raw  no cuts, no effects, and no music. It’s straight from my camera to YouTube, so you can see exactly how it looked when I first recorded it. The lighting in the original video came out darker than I expected, and the overall vibe felt kind of flat. I used free music from Incompetech to put music in my background.

 (Unedited)

          

   (Edited)