https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q Made with love en-us 2018-04-25 15:24:02 UTC 2026-03-21 05:01:19 UTC hello@padlet.com cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/255286459 Director X uses the same type of camera angles shots along with the same type of editing in each of his music videos to convey meaning to the audience. Also upon watching his music videos it is clear that he mainly focuses on the pop genre of music as he works with artists like Justin Bieber, Drake, Rihanna and other well known artists in the pop genre. ]]> 2018-04-25 15:26:30 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/255286459 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/255298902 In most of his videos, Director X uses fast cut editing in the most so that a lot of shots are seen in a short space of time. The clip below is one example of fast cutting from one of Director X videos to help portray different men going through having to deal with their partners cheating on them. This type of editing works well to keep audiences engaged as well as progressing the story on at a quick pace so that the video itself doesn't become too long. As well as this it helps when cutting from the narrative performance to the performance of the artist. Director X also has a habit of making the artist that is performing, also perform in the narrative, which further engages the audience.


]]> 2018-04-25 15:48:10 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/255298902 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/255358926 This is another example of fast cutting editing from another music video by Director X, though this has been used to show suggest a good time and happiness, which is different from the fast cutting in the previous example. Also, fast cutting and the use of costume suggests the directors intention to display this as a summer song.]]> 2018-04-25 17:35:55 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/255358926 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/255368529 Also in his music videos, Director X uses a lot of close-up shots to show the emotions of the artists in his videos. In this example, Director X has used a close-up on the main artists to show them having a good time, and has been used to reflect/link to the name of the song which is 'Glad You Came'. Also the close-ups are only shown for a few seconds before being moved on to the next frame. The close-up isn't really central and the camera moves slightly. All of these techniques the Director X uses have been used to create an atmosphere of being at a party/club.]]> 2018-04-25 17:53:59 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/255368529 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/255380098 This is another example of a close-up in a Director X music video. Every close-up means a different in each of his videos and this one presents the use of drugs at parties, but it could also be used to explore a Jamaican culture that is being portrayed in the video by Rihanna and Drake.]]> 2018-04-25 18:15:27 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/255380098 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/255436784 Slow motion effects which are common in Director X videos work well to show the artist living in the moment or to show the frame for a bit longer. The use of slow motion in Director X videos makes them more interesting and engaging for audiences, instead of cutting from frame to frame throughout the whole video.]]> 2018-04-25 20:40:51 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/255436784 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/257380095 Joseph Kahn has a very specific style in his music videos. A lot of his work is quite similar to that of Director X, however there are techniques like his camera shots and editing that make his work unique as well as conveying meaning to audiences. Joseph Kahn, like Director X is most associated with the pop genre. ]]> 2018-05-02 17:54:50 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/257380095 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/257385138 This is one example of a close-up shot that is used by Joseph Kahn. In his videos, he has close-ups on the performers in his videos as well as the main artists that are singing the song. The close-ups used in his videos are often used to show the emotion that is being explored in the video. The best example is of Rihanna in the song 'Love The Way You Lie' by Eminem. Rihanna in the close up shows her pain in her facial expressions to reflect the story being told of a relationship in turmoil and the pain that comes with that experience. The artist and the performers in the video engage the audience, as well as helping them feel the emotion of the song. ]]> 2018-05-02 18:04:44 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/257385138 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/257394603 A tracking shot is also another common technique used in the music videos of Joseph Kahn. This technique that is used to follow the action makes the video more appealing and engaging for audiences. This example of a tracking shot in a Joseph Kahn music video has successfully been used to show the unique nature of the video and its performers, which in turn engages audiences.]]> 2018-05-02 18:22:42 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/257394603 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/257417534 Low angles are often used in. Joseph Kahns music videos to portray different meanings. A key example is in Taylor Swifts 'Bad Blood' in which a low angle is used to show women walking towards the camera. This low angle shot is significant to show the power of women in the video. This has a impact on audiences as its clear that through a simple camera angle, Joseph Kahn is promoting the power of women, and attempting to empower the women watching the video. This therefore reflects Taylor Swifts fanbase and her target audience. However the use of the 'male gaze' technique throughout this video shows that the video is also targeted towards the male gender. ]]> 2018-05-02 19:12:58 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/257417534 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/257451243 Much like Director X, Joseph Kahn uses fast cut editing for his music videos in order to engage and keep audiences interested. 'Thunder' by Imagine Dragons, is a good example to show how the music video is progressed at a fast pace through the technique of fast editing. Also through the example of 'Bad Blood' by Taylor Swift, fast cut editing enables the story of two female armies facing off to be told in the stereotypical time frame of a music video. And it is done in a way that is successful and engaging. ]]> 2018-05-02 21:08:07 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/257451243 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/258481329 Compared to other music video directors discussed, Dave Meyers has a unique way of presenting artists and telling short stories through the use of camera angles, shots and codes and conventions of music videos. Some shots and angles used in his videos are similar to that of Director X and Joseph Kahns work, however effects that are used continuously in his videos set him apart from the rest]]> 2018-05-07 12:05:44 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/258481329 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/258690952 The use of dancers and choreography in his music videos, is a unique technique of Dave Meyers in order for him to engage audiences. In this example of Rihanna's 'Where Have You Been' shows a group of dancers including the artist coming together to create a visual image of a an eye opening and closing. This dance technique links well with the lyrics of the song, and is an impressive way to engage audiences. ]]> 2018-05-07 19:34:40 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/258690952 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/258695710 Dave Meyers use of close up shots on the main artists of his videos has a similar impact to the work of Director X and Joseph Kahn, as it has an effect of making the audiences feel part of the video, as it appears that the artist is looking right at them. The shot also helps keep the audience engaged throughout the rest of the song. ]]> 2018-05-07 19:47:11 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/258695710 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/258702047 Like Joseph Kahn, Dave Meyers uses tracking shots in his music videos. This example of 'Havana' by Camila Cabello follows the main artist around the room as she moves from dancer to dancer. This is significant in engaging the audience, as it gives the impression that the audience is also following her. This successfully makes the video more interesting and enjoyable. Also the use of choreography again adds to the enjoyment of the video. ]]> 2018-05-07 20:08:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/258702047 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/258705227 The use of editing to create the glitch effect in this clip is unique to Dave Meyers, as none of the other directors analysed use this skill. It adds to the erratic nature of the video. Also it works well than making the video more exciting and enjoyable for audiences instead of simple cutting from one frame to the next.]]> 2018-05-07 20:21:08 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/258705227 cameroneast23 https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/258708624 The use of lighting in Dave Meyers videos are significant to the story of the music video. For example, in this video from 'Loyalty' by Kendrick  Lamar the lighting strongly suggests danger as well as love, which can be heavily linked to the events of the music video. Therefore, the lighting used in Dave Meyers videos has a deeper meaning as well as making the video appear more interesting and engaging. ]]> 2018-05-07 20:35:00 UTC https://padlet.com/cameroneast23/d4djhepxpq9q/wish/258708624