Digital Media I - Semester Exam Prep

Digital Media I - Semester Exam Study Guide

• The exam will have multiple-choice and written response questions
• The questions will cover terms learned in class, quizzes, and tests, but some terms may not be included.
• Notes and slides are not permitted
• Reviewing classwork and past assessments is essential for success.
• A practice test is a helpful resource

Film 101

• Director: Responsible for the creative aspects of a film, including actor coaching and selecting the film score. They are the visionary for the project's success.
• Producer: Coordinates all aspects of production, making crucial decisions based on project scope. The number of producers varies based on production size.
• Cinematographer: Works closely with the director, determining aspects such as lighting and framing to finalize the look of the film. This role takes directions from the director.

Shot Type Key Terms

• Extreme Wide Shot: Shows a vast background, minimizing the focus on the character.
• Wide Shot: Focuses on the surroundings, but provides less detail about the character.
• Full Shot: The entire character from head to toe is visible.
• Medium Shot: Captures the character from the waist up.
• Close-up Shot: Shows the character's upper body, often used to convey emotion.
• Extreme Close-up Shot: Emphasizes a specific detail, offering a highly concentrated view of an important element.

Camera Angle Key Terms

• Eye-Level Shot: A standard, common viewing perspective, comparable to a natural viewpoint.
• High Angle Shot: Shows the character from above, implying vulnerability.
• Low Angle Shot: Shows the character from below, showcasing power or strength.
• Over-the-Shoulder Shot: Displays one character looking at another; used for conversations.
• POV (Point of View) Shot: The camera offers the perspective of a character in the scene.

Digital Media & Cinematic Key Terms

• Raster Graphic: Digital images composed of pixels.
• Vector Graphic: Images created using mathematical formulas, resulting in scalable shapes.
• Pixel: The fundamental unit of a digital image.
• Resolution: The number of pixels in an image.
• Frame Rate: The rate at which frames are displayed to achieve smooth motion.
• Subject: The main focus or central element in an image.
• Rule of Thirds: Guideline for image composition that divides the view into gridlines.
• Depth of Field: The range of distances which objects appear to be in sharp focus in a photograph.

Copyright & Workflow Key Terms

• Copyright: The rights associated with creative works
• Public Domain: Works in the public domain belong to everyone; there are no restrictions for use.
• Attribution: Usage of a copyrighted work while giving credit to the creator.
• Non-Commercial: Usage of a copyrighted work for personal use; no commercial gain.
• Non-Derivative: Usage of a copyrighted work without making changes.
• Share Alike: Using a copyrighted work while distributing with the same license.
• Project Purpose: The intended objective of the project.
• Project Scope: The extent of work needed for the project.
• Project Specifications: The detailed criteria and limitations for the project. This includes the rules and boundaries for the project.
• Target Audience: The intended recipient of the project (e.g. ,age, gender, interests etc.)
• Feedback Loop: Mechanisms for client involvement and feedback input; the exchange of input and feedback throughout design and development.

Premiere Pro Workspace Key Terms

• Project Panel: Organized location for media files.
• Source Monitor: Displays clips for selection.
• Timeline Panel: Video segments (sequences) for editing.
• Program Monitor: Shows the edited sequence currently.
• Save vs. Save As: Options for saving project data, allowing you to alter file names and locations.
• Bins: Categorized storage folders for organizing clips.

Typography Key Terms

• Serif Fonts: Suitable for print documents.
• Script Fonts: Ideal for invitations and formal events.
• Display/Decorative Fonts: Best for displaying titles or logos.
• Sans Serif Fonts: Best for screen display.
• Leading: Space between lines of text.
• Kerning: Spacing between individual letters.
• Tracking: Spacing between words.
• Baseline: The imaginary line on which letters rest.
• Alignment: The arrangement of text on the page. (left, center, right)

Additional Considerations

• Tsume: Reduces space around characters.
• Shot types and workflows: Understanding different shot types and the processes used to create projects (desktop, Premiere) is essential.