Sam Kinnear - Week 4 Discussion by Sam Kinnear

Impressive

sdk3s — 2024-09-19 23:34:29 UTC

Hearing the speakers, or any creative talent, describe the incredible amount of effort it takes to bring a piece of media together always leaves me impressed.

Finance & Budget

sdk3s — 2024-09-19 23:35:15 UTC

Aside from the creative aspect, you need to write to your budget and adapt to financial problems as they arise. This can create obstacles and often impacts the end result. Learn how to adapt so that the quality of your work does not suffer when these challenges arise.

Importance of Maintaining Reality

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:13:56 UTC

Sticking to the truth and keeping a realistic mindset can aid in creating a great piece of media.

Perspective

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:17:34 UTC

Considering the different perspectives of everyone involved in the project can improve the outcome and allow the audience to have a more fulfilling experience.

Efficient

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:18:54 UTC

As the speakers described their methods, it showed how the media community take various paths in finding the fastest yet best version their work can be.

Support of Vision

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:21:34 UTC

When needed most, support and constructive criticism can pull a struggling writer/director through to the finish line.

Be Passionate

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:22:03 UTC

When you finally find a good story, stick with it and give it all you have.

Risk/Gambling/Trusting the Process

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:26:44 UTC

Many times, it is necessary to take risks during production and ultimately trust the process. There are many unknowns to creating art, so you must put yourself out there and trust others when they do the same. Some examples discussed included showing actors reels that are still being worked on and trusting the composer to complete their work with no collaboration/control.

Go with Personal Taste

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:29:19 UTC

When coming up with a concept, you cannot rely on what other's will think of it because you can't please everyone. The best thing you can go is go with your own opinion.

Unfair & Frustrating

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:31:57 UTC

Low budgets, strict regulations, and deadlines can all be irritating. This is especially the case with the rating system and censorship causing you to have a smaller audience than intended.

Create a Problem Audience Can't Quickly Fix

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:33:07 UTC

Be unpredictable in your plot twists and make your work exciting so the audience can be further intrigued.

Deep Digging

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:34:16 UTC

Extensively researching the subject matter of your story ensures the authenticity of your work. Authentic stories are honest and immersive which are both indications of quality. You are also seen as more informed and reliable professionally.

Satisfying

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:36:07 UTC

As your story clicks together and you finally finish your work after a strenuous time, it leaves you with a great sense of relief and satisfaction. When the audience reacts positively to your finished piece, all of the blood, sweat, and tears were worth it.

Rhythm & Cutting Length/Compression of Time

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:38:11 UTC

Pacing is integral to storytelling, so it can be daunting when the time comes to trim the fat of your production. You have to decide what are the most important sections for telling your story while keeping the pacing as smooth as possible. Some aspects you favor might get cut for the sake of flow which can be unsatisfying. However, it is a reality of the industry you must grow to accept.

Comedic & Sarcastic

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:40:27 UTC

The speakers each shared a common trait of sarcasm and comedy when answering questions to an audience as they are all entertainers in various forms.

Identifying & Creating New Ideas/List All Ideas

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:49:55 UTC

When considering what else to add to your story, it might be a lengthy process, but it is important to know how to identify a good idea that has not been done before. During this, it can help to list down all ideas regardless of their quality. If you cannot think of something completely original, find a way to tell it in a new and original way.

Finding Inspiration to Get Started

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:51:48 UTC

The hardest part in developing a creative work is often the beginning. Taking part in activities that get your inspiration flowing, such as exercise or indulging in other medias, can set you in the right direction.

Set a Routine

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:52:55 UTC

Writer's block and procrastination can delay your process. To prevent that, you can set a routine and find a suitable working location. Several speakers had recommended doing this.

Create a Big Ending & Build Towards It

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 04:54:55 UTC

To combat writer's block, sometimes it is best to work backwards. Knowing what the story is building towards can lift the weight of starting with something and not knowing where it will finish. It also helps to ensure that each aspect of the story is relevant to the conclusion and progresses the narrative.

Learning From My Peers

sdk3s — 2024-09-20 06:42:57 UTC