Intro to Media
What is media?
(noun) (pg.3) communication
What does denotation mean?
denotation: (pg.17) is a literal meaning of a word
What is an establishing shot?
An Establishing shot: (pg.22) usually shows a location. Used to set the scene & establish where the action is going to take place.
What is a wide shot?
A wide shot: (pg. 25) features a number of characters and allows the audience to read their body language and see how they interact with each other
What is a high-angle shot?
A high-angle shot: (pg.27) known as a “looking down shot,” is a camera angle where the camera is positioned above the subject, looking down on them
What is another definition of media?
media: (noun) (pg. 4) The term is also used to refer to the organizations and people that create and disseminate messages through media platforms.
What does connotation mean?
Connotation: (pg.17) is the suggested meaning of a word often with cultural associations, or emotions behind it
What is a master shot?
A Master shot: (pg.22) is a camera set-up that remains consistent throughout the filming of an entire scene. The camera does not change position and is set at an angle that captures all character performances. It is used so that an editor can return to it if other camera shots or angles do not achieve the desired effect or do not capture all the required footage.
What is a mid-shot?
In a mid-shot: (pg.25) The audience can read the body language of the character. The audience are able to see the character in his immediate surroundings.
What is a canted or Dutch angle?
A canted or Dutch angle: (pg.27) This is when the camera is tilted to one side. It can be used to disorient the audience. It could be conveying the frantic nature of on-screen action or signifying the mental unraveling of a character.
What is yet another definition for media?
media: (noun) (pg. 5) the term can refer to modes of communication
What is media language?
Media language: (pg. 18) is how a media text uses technical elements, forms and conventions to convey meaning to an audience
What is an aerial shot?
An Aerial shot: (pg.22) is an aerial or overhead shot that looks down upon a scene or characters.
What is a Close-up?
A Close-up: (pg.25) enables the audience to read the detail of the character’s facial expression and body language
What is a low-angle shot?
A low-angle shot: (pg. 27) encourages the audience to look up at the subject. It makes the subject look dominant, confident & powerful.
What are media forms?
Media forms (pg.3) are the specific medium used to communicate meaning. (ex: video games, print, film, tv, radio)
What is semiotic analysis?
Semiotic analysis: (pg.18) the study of signs (anything can be a sign in a media text, for example: a word, an image, a color)
What is a long shot?
A long shot: (pg.23) usually depicts the full body of a character and enables the viewer to read them in relation to their surroundings
What is an over-the-shoulder-shot?
Over-the-shoulder-shot: (pg. 26) It is usually used during a conversation. It allows the audience to become part of of the conversation & read character reactions
What is active media consumption?
active media consumption: (pg.14) the process of choosing and interacting with media in a deliberate and engaged way
What is a media platform?
A media platform: (pg. 4) is the method of distribution for media form-digital, online or physical
What are the micro elements of media creation?
Also called technical elements (pg.18) the micro elements of media creation are: sound, cinematography, editing and mise-en scene
What is a two-shot?
A two-shot: (pg.24) Features two characters and enables the audience to read their body language and interaction with each other
What is a Point-of-view-shot?
A Point-of-view-shot: (pg.26) shows the audience what the character is looking at. This enables the viewer to become the character and bring them further into the on-screen action.
What is passive media consumption?
Passive media consumption: (pg. 14) little to no intention or engagement is involved in the use of media