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Location Scout Survey

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Project Name: The Making of “A Dog’s Life”

Completed by: Amanda Glassen

Scout Date & Time: Monday, November 14^th, 2016 12pm

Location address:

Student Activities Center, Preface office, room 220, IUSB

Day and time of shoot:

These are yet to be determined, but we have discussed doing it on one of the Tuesdays we do not have class.

Location description (interior/ exterior):

This is an office space, with desks along the walls, and a table in the center. Short dividers separate the desk spaces. The south and west walls are made up of windows, letting in a large amount of natural light. They do, however, have blinds that can be closed if needed.  Towards the door, there is more open space for freer movement.  The exterior of the building is adjacent to a large green lawn.

Describe the scene and action. How many people are on camera?

Some of the scenes will be individuals sitting alone, being interviewed, most likely seated in one of the desk chairs.  They may be slightly off center. For the scenes with Luna, we may be shooting in the grassy area outside the Preface office, possibly with some shots from inside looking out. Here, there will be three people and the dog on camera, with a fourth person off camera lowering a boom mic into the shot. When the camera is from the story’s camera’s point of view, there will be careless mistakes, such as focusing issues, white balance problems, a boom mic being seen, a finger getting in the shot, among others. In the opening scene, the group of four will be sitting at the table, drinking beverages and discussing the assignment they have been given. The shots will vary from wide angle to busts of individuals as they speak.

How much space is needed?

For the scenes where the group is discussing the project or the members are being interviewed, only a small space will be needed, as there won’t be significant movement. However, for the scenes when the group is shooting their own film with Luna, more space is necessary to fit all on screen, as well as allow for greater movement with Luna.

Will the action be shot from one or multiple locations?

One location was decided upon before the completion of the script, but we will need at least one additional location for the scene where the movie is going to be screened. This could be accomplished in the Preface room by utilizing a computer instead of a TV, but another location would add more visual variety to the actual film. The interior and exterior of the Preface room/Student Activities Center were previously decided upon.

Is there off-screen space available?

There will be minimal off-screen space available inside the Preface room, but there is a short hallway leading up to the room that could also be utilized. If any scenes are shot outdoors, there would be ample off-screen space.

What are the light levels and sources of light? How does this impact your scene?

The room has a significant amount of natural light from large windows, as well as overhead lights. Depending on the weather outdoors, we may need the lighting kit to compensate for any extremes that may occur with the camera facing the windows. The room is relatively small, so it would be hard/limiting to always have the windows off camera. If we decide to go a different route, we can close the blinds, but I feel we would still need the extra lights to brighten and negate any shadows from the lighting overhead. Outdoors there is only natural light, so this could potentially impact the scenes negatively. Depending on the time of day there could be harsh shadows or not enough light.

Are you recording sound? Are there any issues to be aware of?

Yes, we will be recording audio.  There are no issues that I am aware of, aside from not relying solely on the camera audio.

Is there any special equipment needed?

We will likely need the audio kit so we have clear and clean audio, as well as for the scenes with the boom mic slipping in.  Ryan and Sarah each have some equipment, but we may need additional resources. I believe the lighting kit would be helpful as well with all the natural light since the weather can be unpredictable.

Are there any concerns that need to be addressed about shooting at this location?

The main concern would be the addition of the dog, and where we will be shooting any scenes involving her.  I will need to find any IUSB policies that may address this issue. I believe if we shoot her scenes outdoors there would be no rules broken; however, I need to further research what is allowed indoors.

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