A Level Blog: Set Brief Analysis

 

A Level Blog: Set Brief Analysis

In today's blog, I'll discuss the pros and cons of each of the 4 set brief choices that A-level students in the AICE Media studies course can choose from. The brief choices include:

Music Promotion Package:

Pros:

  1. Creative Freedom: Designing a music promotion package allows for artistic expression through graphic design and storytelling.
  2. Broad Appeal: Music has universal appeal, potentially reaching a wide audience.
  • Cons:
  1. Equipment Needed: Graphic design software, audio editing tools, and photography equipment.
  2. Difficulty Level: Moderate, depending on the complexity of the design and promotional strategy.
  3. Interest Level: High if you're passionate about music and graphic design.
  4. Skill Level: Moderate, as proficiency in graphic design and basic audio editing is required.
  5. Learning Elements: Understanding music marketing, creating visually appealing designs, and integrating audio elements.

Film Promotion Package:

Pros:

  1. Visual Storytelling: Crafting a film promotion package allows for compelling visual storytelling.
  2. Impactful Imagery: Film posters and trailers can leave a lasting impression on the audience.

Cons:

  1. Equipment Needed: Video editing software, access to film footage or images, graphic design tools.
  2. Difficulty Level: Moderate to high, depending on the complexity of the promotional materials.
  3. Interest Level: High if you are passionate about filmmaking and visual storytelling.
  4. Skill Level: Moderate to advanced, requiring proficiency in video editing and graphic design.
  5. Learning Elements: Understanding film promotion strategies, video editing techniques, and design principles.

Documentary Package:

Pros:

  1. Educational Value: Documentaries allow exploring and sharing knowledge on a specific topic.
  2. Social Impact: Documentaries can bring attention to important social issues.

Cons:

  1. Equipment Needed: Video recording equipment, video editing software, graphic design tools.
  2. Difficulty Level: Moderate, but can be high if extensive research and editing are required.
  3. Interest Level: High if you are passionate about storytelling and documentary filmmaking.
  4. Skill Level: Moderate, requiring proficiency in video editing, storytelling, and research.
  5. Learning Elements: Researching and understanding the chosen topic, documentary filmmaking techniques, and narrative structure.

Short Film Package: 

Pros:

  1. Creative Storytelling: Crafting a short film allows for concise yet impactful storytelling.
  2. Cinematic Expression: Short films provide a platform for cinematic experimentation.

Cons:

  1. Equipment Needed: Video recording equipment, video editing software, potentially sound recording equipment.
  2. Difficulty Level: Moderate to high, depending on the complexity of the narrative and production.
  3. Interest Level: High if you have a passion for filmmaking and storytelling.
  4. Skill Level: Moderate to advanced, requiring proficiency in filmmaking, scriptwriting, and video editing.
  5. Learning Elements: Scriptwriting, cinematography, directing, and advanced video editing techniques.

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