Stop Motion Animation Production Booklet

Stop Motion Animation Pre-Production Booklet
Pre-Production Booklet for Animation

Name: Sam Ellis
Order of contents (italics show areas you must add in yourself)
Assessment criteria
LO2
Mind maps of ideas
Risk assessment
Format of your animation
Subject and storyline
Character notes and profiles
Movement of characters
Moodboard
Sets/backgrounds
Audio and soundtrack
Sound table
Props list
Audience
Storyboard and script (add script to booklet)
Frame rates
Lighting design
Production schedule
Crew details
Frame Numbers
Dope Sheets
LO3
How to use this booklet

You will need to complete every page of this booklet, and all sections / questions
required.
Assessment criteria for Distinction grade;
LO2
Plans will show a full consideration of movement and continuity, perspective, point of view,
transitions and special effects.
Precise and workable planning of timing and synchronization to a soundtrack will be
produced. It will be clear at this stage, from the documentation, what the finished piece will
look and sound like.
Learners will follow industry conventions and terminology used in storyboard production
correctly.
Plans for the construction of models, sets and props will be realistic and clear.
Drawings, script and storyboard will all show a creative interpretation of the idea.
LO3:
The documentation linked to the production will be full and detailed and there will be
evidence that the production management and scheduling of the project has been effective
and carried out in a professional manner. The techniques used in the production of the work
are likely to be related to an understanding of current trends in the industry.
Both LO2 and LO3

In all practical activity learners will be capable of working autonomously and effectively. They
will work on their own initiative, will not need constant support or supervision, will give the
work their full commitment, work positively and cooperatively with others, and meet
deadlines. In other words, they will have the kind of self-management skills that would be
expected of them in a professional context. Note also that this criterion should not be taken
to mean that learners do not seek advice or that they work without discussing things with
their tutor, but rather that they are not dependent upon the support of others and that when
they take advice they weigh it carefully for themselves.
Planning
Brainstorm / mind map (add extra pages if necessary)
Attach a 400-word treatment of your idea

My idea is about telling a story through the use of Lego and relating the storyline to the lyrics
that are in the song I chose. I will be showing the contrast between one person who is happy
and another person who is very unhappy. I will do this by showing the contrasting behaviour
between the two people ad almost make the audience feel something towards what is going
on. Towards the end of my production, the two contrasting people will come together, which
will be shown through the upbeat music change and the change in lighting. I also intend to
show the contrast by what the characters are wearing and what they look like, to show a
change between societys in my animation. My main target audience is going to be aimed at
teenagers to young adults, where the music choice is a way I intend to develop this idea.
The unique selling point will be trying to manipulate Lego in a way that hasnt been done
before, by showing the Lego figurines at a more realistic form from using a higher frame rate.
I will use a built location to present my animation, where I will build a realistic Lego house
which will suit my theme of contrast between the two houses. I will mainly try to choose fairly
dimmed lighting at the start to show the upset of the person clearer at the start, but towards
the end I will use warmer lighting when the atmosphere is intended to be happier and
upbeat. The main focus for Lego has been children from the very begging, but is slowly
starting to open up to a bigger target audience for the public. Recently Lego has changed its
products to suit and be aimed at both girls and boys, which now means they have bigger
target audience to aim at. This will mean I will have to aim my production at all genders and
all ages.

How will you meet the requirements of your brief?
I will meet the requirements of my brief by ensuring that I make an effective music
video, which has a relatable storyline to the music I have chosen. I will also ensure
that I dont make my actual music video any longer than 1 minute in length, as I said I
would make it under 1 minute. I will also ensure than I use the most amount of frame
rates per second to ensure the production runs as best as possible. This will allow
less jeered movements throughout the production, as it will cause the effect of the
stop motion to look like a filmed video that took place.
Risk assessment: Are there any health and safety issues you may encounter?
There are a few health and safety issues that I may encounter throughout the
production when filming. Lighting and wires could be an easily hazardous event as
they can get hot and cause fires and they can be easy trip hazards, so people will
need to make sure they are extra careful. I will prevent these potential hazards from
occurring by ensuring everyone is safe at all times, by making sure everything is
secured to the floor and no loose wires are lying around. I will also make sure I dont
leave the lights on for long duration of time, and make sure I use a low energy saving
light that wont produce as much heat.
Discuss any legal issues you may face. Eg; sound, plagiarism, age restrictions
There are a few issues that could appear throughout the filming production, which
could affect my overall production. Sound is going to be an important aspect that
could affect my production, due to copyright claims taking effect throughout my
production. This can mean that I may need to ask permission to use the music I am
using, as I will need to ensure my video doesnt get blocked when Im uploading it to
YouTube. Also, plagiarism could be a potential restriction as someone may try and
debate they I have based my idea around there idea, which could lead to legal reasons
arising when I try and produce my production. This could lead to time being wasted
throughout the production process, as it could end up being delayed in the process.
Use of possible formats

Circle which of the following formats your animation will take;
stop-frame techniques
time lapse photography
plasticine animation
Claymation
using found objects
modelling
puppetry
combined formats
Why are you using that particular format?

I will be using Lego to produce my stop motion, as I thought it would be the best way of
trying to produce my stop motion through the music I am using. I also think that using Lego
would be an effective way of creating a story through the use of location and the people I
use. I will be using stop frame.
What are the different possibilities you could explore using this format?
There are many different possibilities that I could explore when I use this format in my stop
motion. I could try to use a much higher frame rate when I produce my stop motion, this
effect will make my overall production run a lot more smoothly, as it will seem like a real life
video that is happening. I could also explore the use of characters that are in my production,
and I could use characters that are much different to the other people that are in the
production. This will be effective in showing the contrast between the main characters, and
the two houses will be clearly visible. Another possibility I could explore in my production is
the use of location, where I could be more adventurous with the things I am using and make
it possibly different to the usual rectangular house that is usually used in stop motion.
What are the limitations of using this format? (i.e. what problems/ obstacles might you
have?)
There are a few limitations that could arise when I use this format in my animation. Firstly,
Lego can be hard to manipulate sometimes as you are using a small object that requires
very small movements to make it effective. This means that if I knock my figurines slightly I
will have to repeat the process again, as it will destroy the whole sequence of photos, which
could mean the production ends up taking a much longer time to achieve the right
production.

What imaginative or inventive animations have you seen which use this format?
Add in links and screen shots of three examples of animations using this format.
https://youtu.be/A8ybFqNOE8E
https://youtu.be/-2YqM5k8MjM
https://youtu.be/ntUGfrw3iIM

I have chosen these examples, as they are the most popular forms of stop motion that have
used Lego. These videos have used a much higher frame rate, which has meant they flow a
lot more easily and look almost like a video. The quality of these video is also of a very high
standard and the storylines are particularly interesting, which can captivate the audience
more. Also, the use of sets has been thought about a lot as every last detail can be clearly
seen in the videos, which means they have successfully planned for what they are going to
do in a lot of depth. I will take many different ideas from these videos that I have found. I
have now decided to ensure I use plenty of props in my set, to make the place look as
realistic as possible, which will make the audience like it a lot more. I also believe that I
should include a higher frame rate, which will ensure that the stop motion looks as realistic
as I can possibly make it.
Subject
What will the subject of your animation be?
My animation will have a main subject of loneliness, as it will show one character being left
out. This subject will be vitally important in try to put across a message to the audience. This
subject will be expressed through the use of the camera focusing on the main character and
showing his reactions throughout.
Storyline
Describe the storyline of your animation. What events will happen to your characters?
The storyline in my animation is very important in maintain viewer interest throughout my
production.
Intro: It will start off with footage of the houses and surrounding areas, which will act as the
setting up of the shot
The main storyline is going to be showing the life of a character who feels isolated from the
world and feels like his life isnt that good anymore. The shots will often cut to what his
neighbor is doing and shows him having fun and enjoying life with his friends. As the lyrics
are Be Like You, the main character is pretty much writing this about how he feels at this
current stage.
Towards the end of the production the two groups will come together as one collective. This
will show them as happier people, which is shown towards then end of the music. The main
character will be especially changed from this, as it will now feel happier which will clearly
have been shown.
Characters
What characters will be in your animation?
All the characters in my animation will be made out of Lego. I will have up to 4 characters
where three of them will be more relatable and realistic and the other one will be more
unusual and different in comparison. I will make the characters majorly different to each
other, to make them each have a personality of their own and different characteristics that
they may have. I will do this by ensuring they are all wearing different clothes that can show
there characteristics more, and show the contrast between the main characters in the stop
motion. This technique could make the entire stop motion more interesting for the audience
to watch, as they will clearly understand the storyline more from the contrast.
Name:
M/F:
Age
Costume:
Amy
F
19
Dress and accessories
Occupation:
House Estate Agent
Hobbies:
Drawing, football and fine art
Character
Background:
She is a popular character who is liked by everyone, she has a

good job and is very bright
Name:
M/F:
Age
Costume:
Tom
M
21
Trousers and t/shirt
Occupation:
Lawyer
Hobbies:
Computer games, TV and films
Character
Background:
Is a more laid back character but is still a popular member around

his friends, often just chills with Amy and Dan
Name:
M/F:
Age
Costume:
Dan
M
21
Formal clothing, so a suit or trousers, shirt and tie. He will also look
clean and just looking posh from his clothes.
Occupation:
Business owner
Hobbies:
Fishing, cycling, football and going to the gym
Character
Background:
Is a popular character who is often referred to as the funny one, is

dating Amy? He is a well know person in the town, and is
considered to be in the higher anarchy due to his well known name
Name:
M/F:
Age
Costume:
Michael
M
20
Casual clothing
Occupation:
Unemployed
Hobbies:
Just staying at home
Character
Background:
Is often referred to as the quiet one. Doesnt have a big group of

friends and is often depressed most of the time.
Add in images and drawings/ sketches of what they will look like.

What will they be made of?
My characters will be made out of Lego and will have different styles to what theyre
designed for.
Everything in my production will be made from Lego
Movement of characters
How are you going to make your characters move?
I will be using small movement of the characters to show a rapid set of images in a video like
format. I will use my hand to slowly move certain parts of the Lego objects at a slow pace. I
will try to move the objects as slowly as possible to give the best impression of movement for
the audience. Also, because the Lego characters have joints, this will make it much easier to
hold their movements and only make slight movements when it is needed. The fact they
have hands that can easily hold objects makes it even more easier to grab certain objects,
as it can allow them to be more flexible in what they are doing, allowing the storyline to
progress more quickly.
What is the purpose of an armature?

Armature is an electrical motor than can used in animation to sculpt the character you after.
It can be good way of getting the bets shapes and the most detail into what you are doing. It
allows you to have more control over what is actually going on, and can allow your
production to look more realistic at the end of it
Will you use them for your characters?
I will not be using them for my characters, as my characters will already be formed as they
are made out of Lego. This means I wont and I cant use an armature to change the look of
them, as it wont be an effective use.
If so, how will you make it?

I wont be making it, as it will already be made and will be brought from a local toy store.
However, I will be making the sets myself, and I will be using bricks and small lego props to
create this effect.
Mood board
Create a mood board showing what look your animation will have. Add images showing
ideas of mise-en-scene, characters, costumes and colours that will be present in the
different shots.
Sets / backgrounds
Will your set be;
A three wall set
A blue/green screen
An existing location
A Combination of two or more of the above
Draw sketches of how your sets/backgrounds will look. Add in labels to your diagrams and
details of locations / lighting etc.

My set will be a three wall set, with two main building occupying the scenes. These sets will
be different as one will have more in it and look better, whereas the other one will be very
plain and big, which shows the emptiness and loneliness of the characters.
Add in photographs of your sets/backgrounds.
Background:
Audio and Soundtrack

What audio will you have for your animation?
I will be using Be Like You, CVBC
Complete the sound list, detailing what sounds you will use, where you will source them,
what equipment you will need to record them and when you will use them in your animation.
You will need to design your own soundtrack. You cannot use copyrighted music, and it
must be more than simply adding a track.
What actions will need sound effects?

I wont be having many sound effects in my animation, as I will be using a song to create a
music video.
Think of the scenes in your animation. Each scene should have different sounds/music to
give information about the mood / emotions of the characters.
Sound Table
Production Name: Stop motion
Producer:
Shot
Action
Description
of Sound
Diegetic/non/diegetic
Atmosphere
created
Musice
type and
atmosphere
All shots
Throughout
The actual
music track
Diegetic
Slow at the
start but
happy and
joyful
towards the
end of the
production
Tropical
house
At the end
It will be a
song effect
created
when they
knock on
the door
Diegetic
It will give
the
atmosphere
that it is
actually real,
as it will
present it in
a new form
Sound
Effect
Number
3
At the
middle of
the
production
It will create
an effect
that makes
it seem
more
realistic, as
it will make
more sense
Diegetic
A new form
where the
hose music
will create
the
atmosphere
that it is real
Sound
Effect
Props List PROPS LIST

Production Name: Stop Motion
Producer:
Item
Script page
Description
Character/location
Notes
Lego Bricks
Throughout
Needed for the

foundations of
the set, is
purposefully
needed the
most
All characters and

the will be the
location for the
storyline
Is the most
common
and needed
thing in my
stop motion
Lego figurines
Throughout
Are the
characters that
will be in my
animation,
where each one
will be different
There will be four

characters overall, 3
of them in one house
and the other one in
a house by himself
They are
important in
what they
are wearing
to show the
contrast and
differences
Lego Chair
Throughout
The chair will be

present in both
houses as it will
be a key prop in
the animation
Most of the
characters will be
near or with the
Lego chair, they will
Will be red
Lego Car
Throughout
Is an important
feature to make
it realistic
The 3 other
characters in there
home
Will look
expensive
Lego cleaning
brush
Throughout
Will be used by
the Lego guy
mainly
Used by the less

popular Lego
figurine who just
cleans
Will be
brown
TV screen
Throughout
Will be a
contrasting
factor for them
In the rich house
Will be
reasonably
large
Bed
Throughout
Various small
and large sizes
In both houses used

by all characters
Red
Windows
Throughout
Is needed as a
key focal point
of the animation
Will be in both
houses
Used by the
lonely guy
Doors
Throughout
Will be a joining
of people
Entrance to one
guys house
Double
doors
Audience
Define the following characteristics of your audience;
Gender
Male and Female
Age
14 years and above, mainly aiming more towards children and
teenagers.
Interests
There main interests will include building and architecture. They will most likely like Minecraft
and Lego games that are similar to that sort of style. The main interests my target audience
will have is that they will like video and computer games and they will like to watch videos on
YouTube.
What forms of animation might they already watch?

They may already watch Shawn the Sheep, clay animations and other music videos that
have used stop motion as a technique. They may already watch stop motion that has been
produced from Lego, as it has been used in TV and film recently, where they have become
majorly successful.
What images do you think they enjoy watching?

Many images of previous Lego animations that have been done already, as this will be
similar to the sort of thing I am doing, which will be more relatable.
What might they consider distasteful or offensive?

I think any inappropriate language and sexual content could be rather distasteful and
offensive to people of my target audience. I will also need to ensure I dont put any offensive
material in my animation
How will you ensure that your animation will suit your chosen audience?
I will ensure my animation fits my specific chosen audience, as I will ensure that I make my
stop motion fun at the same time, as I dont want it to be too strict that the audience are
immediately bored from it. I will also ensure that the storyline is easy to understand for them
and they will be constantly focused during the duration of it, as they will hopefully find it
entertaining and interesting to watch.
How will they physically watch your animation? (i.e in an exhibition format, on screen,
projection, online?)
They will watch my video on YouTube, as I will try and promote the song by using an
interesting storyline. Hopefully the video should be easy to find when searching for the song
name and will be promoted on social media to show the song more to the general public. My
idea is that the video will be available on more than one online video site like YouTube,
Vimeo and Vevo
Storyboard
Who?
Complete a storyboard for your animation.
Where?
Which
characters/
objects are in
the scene?
What is the
location for the
shot?
Say What?
Lighting
Is there any
dialogue/text?
Natural
Ambient
Torchlight
Spotlight
Direction of
light?
And
then.?
What happens?
Describe the
action.
Camera?
Time?
What is the
camera angle?
Duration of the
shot / number
of frames
action is held
for.
Is there any
movement from
the camera?

Think carefully about the shots you will be using. Consider the range of shots/angles
to give interest and perspective
Shots
Camera Angles
Extreme long shot

Long Shot
Medium Shot
Two Shot
Over the Shoulder
Medium Close up
Close up
Extreme close up
Birds-eye view
High angle
Eye-level
Low angle
Oblique / canted angle
Worms-eye view
Ground Shot
Movement
Editing
Pan
Tilt
Tracking Shot
Zoom
Montage
Cross cutting
Match cut
Shot, reverse shot
Eye-line match
Jump cut
Tracking shot

You will need to convey all movements and actions. Copy and paste the storyboard to
make it as long as you need to show all the detail of your animation.
Frame Rates
What is the duration of your animation in minutes? (minimum 30 seconds)
The duration of my animation will be just over 1 minute in legth
In seconds?
Around 63 seconds
How many frames per second for video?
Im aiming to do around 7-10 frames per second, but preferably more to get a better flow of
my animation
There are 60 seconds in a minute. How many frames (ie. Individual photos) will you
need to take?
Overall if I decide to use a frame rate of 7 photos a second, I will end up having a minimum
of 420 photos overall. Realistically though I will most likely need around 600 photos for
around 1 minute of footage to get the best consistency.
Lighting Design
Where will you be photographing your animation?

I will be photographing my animation in my bedroom, where I will have a set for the
animation. However, I may also try to photograph my animation in a controlled environment
like the college studio, where the lighting will constantly be the sa
Does it have natural daylight?

It will have both artificial and natural light, but it depends on the sort of time I take the
photographs, as the lighting will always change in the day.
If so, you will need to block this out. Explain why.

Yes, I will need to most likely block out the natural daylight in the room, a sit could change
the lighting in the production throughout the day. This is due to the constant change in
weather conditions, that can affect the lighting, as it can be dark and light throughout the day
which could affect the overall quality of the photographs and make them appear different
throughout
Do you have a constant light source(s) such as a lamp?

I will be using a desk lamp which will be focusing the beam of the light on the production,
which will be constant throughout, this effect will mean all the pictures are the same and they
dont change at all during this process.
Where will you place your light source(s) to create interesting effects?
I will have two lights that will be focusing on either sides of the production, this will hopefully
cause the light to flow throughout, creating a different effect in the production. I might use
filters on the light to create a warmer light for the audience, this will mean it will be more
welcoming for the audience.
(LO3)
Frame numbers
Ensure your clips are labeled as such. Screen shot the folder your clips are in, and copy the
image underneath.
Dope sheets
A dope sheet is an animation tool which helps an animator organize the animation shot-byshot.
This gives the camera operator instructions on each shot type and how many frames this will
be used for.
A dope sheet is usually split into 5 different sections.
To indicate what action occurs on which frame number

To see what action is happening in this shot.
To see what dialogue used in this scene.
To show what level of animation is happening.
To give camera instructions (angle).
For example;
Because you will be working with video, you will be using 30fps. You will need to complete a
dope sheet for EVERY SECOND of your animation.
i.e, if you make a 30 second animation, you will need to complete 30 dope sheets.
This will be a time-consuming task, but it will help you understand what will need to
happen in each of the shots you take. The higher marks will come from a detailed and
careful collection of dope sheets. For example, if your characters speak, you will need to
show the mouth forming every shape in order to look effective.
Frame
0_1
Path of action
The Lego character has
started to awake from his
reality through 7 different
shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
His body is
bent over and it
slowly starts to
awake
Camera
instructions
Mid shot
0_2
Mid shot
0_3
Mid Shot
0_4
Mid shot
0_5
Mid Shot
0_6
Mid Shot
0_7
Mid Shot
Frame
Path of action
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
1_1
The Lego character

Be Like You begins to walk around, for CVBZ
the next 8 different shots
Animation
Camera
instructions
His legs are

moving
continuously to
create the
animation of
walking
Mid Shot
1_2
Mid Shot
1_3
Mid Shot
1_4
Mid Shot
1_5
Mid Shot
1_6
Mid Shot
1_7
Mid Shot
1_8
Mid Shot
Frame
2_1
Path of action
The character is walking
in a straight line for the
next 8 different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Him walking in
a straight line is
clearly showing
the animation
of walking, it
can makes it
more realistic
Camera
instructions
Mid
shot/tracking
shot
2_2
Mid
shot/tracking
shot
2_3
Mid
shot/tracking

shot
2_4
Mid
shot/tracking
shot
2_5
Mid
shot/tracking
shot
2_6
Mid
shot/tracking
shot
2_7
Mid
shot/tracking
shot
2_8
Mid
shot/tracking
shot
Frame
3_1
Path of action
The Lego character is
walking towards the
window, his back is to the
camera for the next 8
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
He is walking
and his body is
constantly
changing
direction so he
can get to his
destination
Camera
instructions
Mid
shot/tracking
shot
3_2
Mid
shot/tracking
shot
3_3
Mid
shot/tracking
shot
3_4
Mid
shot/tracking
shot
3_5
Mid
shot/tracking
shot
3_6
Mid
shot/tracking
shot
3_7
Mid
shot/tracking
shot
3_8
Mid
shot/tracking
shot

Frame
4_1
Path of action
The Lego character is still
walking towards the
window for the next 9
shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
He appears to
be walking a lot
quicker now
due to the
bigger steps
Camera
instructions
Long Shot
4_2
Long Shot
4_3
Long Shot
4_4
Long Shot
4_5
Long Shot
4_6
Long Shot
4_7
Long Shot
4_8
Long Shot
4_9
Long Shot
Frame
5_1
Path of action
Trying to make his way to
the window, a lot of
turning can be involved in
this for the next 9 shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Showing the
rotation of his
body, as he
moves to get
towards the
window
Camera
instructions
Long Shot
5_2
Long Shot
5_3
Long Shot
5_4
Long Shot
5_5
Long Shot
5_6
Long Shot
5_7
Long Shot
5_8
Long Shot
5_9
Long Shot
Frame
6_1
6_2
Path of action
He has now walked
towards the window and
is standing with his back
to the audience for the
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
His walking has
been faster, as
he now is at
the window
Camera
instructions
Long Shot
Long Shot

6_3
Long Shot
6_4
Long Shot
6_5
Long Shot
6_6
Long Shot
6_7
Long Shot
6_8
Long Shot
6_9
Long Shot
Frame
7_1
Path of action
You can see his face, as
he is now looking out of
the window for the next 8
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Showing his
face move
slightly,
representing
upset
Camera
instructions
Close Up
7_2
Close Up
7_3
Close Up
7_4
Close Up
7_5
Close Up
7_6
Close Up
7_7
Close Up
7_8
Close Up
Frame
8_1
Path of action
The characters hasnt
moved as it is focusing
on a speech bubble for
the next 8 shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Showing the
speech bubble
with text in it,
which is
explaining the
actual storyline
in the stop
motion
Camera
instructions
Close Up
8_2
Close Up
8_3
Close Up
8_4
Close Up
8_5
Close Up
8_6
Close Up
8_7
Close Up
8_8
Close Up

Frame
9_1
Path of action
The introduction to the
other Lego characters
that are in the other
house for the next 8
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Showing slight
movements of
the other
characters, but
at a slower
speed
Camera
instructions
Close Up
9_2
Close Up
9_3
Close Up
9_4
Close Up
9_5
Close Up
9_6
Close Up
9_7
Close Up
9_8
Close Up
Frame
10_1
Path of action
The characters are briefly
moving which the
audience can see for the
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Showing the
characters as
they appear to
be talking
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot
10_2
Mid Shot
10_3
Mid Shot
10_4
Mid Shot
10_5
Mid Shot
10_6
Mid Shot
10_7
Mid Shot
10_8
Mid Shot
Frame
11_1
Path of action
The Lego characters are
moving slowly towards
each other for next 7
shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Showing the
Women
character
dancing with
the man
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot
11_2
Mid Shot
11_3
Mid Shot
11_4
Mid Shot

11_5
Mid Shot
11_6
Mid Shot
11_7
Mid Shot
Frame
12_1
Path of action
The movements are very
slow, just slight
movement of the main
characters for the next 9
shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
The characters
are looking
directly at each
other
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot
12_2
Mid Shot
12_3
Mid Shot
12_4
Mid Shot
12_4
Mid Shot
12_5
Mid Shot
12_6
Mid Shot
12_7
Mid Shot
12_8
Mid Shot
12_9
Mid Shot
Frame
13_1
Path of action
The characters are still in
the same formation but
the other character is
moving more for the next
8 different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Showing all the
characters
staring to
dance for the
audience
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot
13_2
Mid Shot
13_3
Mid Shot
13_4
Mid Shot
13_5
Mid Shot
13_6
Mid Shot
13_7
Mid Shot
13_8
Mid Shot
Frame
14_1
Path of action
Showing the character
response to seeing the
people having fun for the
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Showing his
head move
down to show
Camera
instructions
Close Up

the upset his

feeling
14_2
Close Up
14_3
Close Up
14_4
Close Up
14_5
His back is to the

camera, as it is showing
him looking out of the
window for the next 4
shots
Be Like You CVBZ
Showing him
moving away
from the
window
Long Shot
14_6
Long Shot
14_7
Long Shot
14_8
Long Shot
Frame
15_1
Path of action
Him looking back towards
the camera for the next 8
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
His face is still
looking to the
ground as he
walks back
towards the
camera
Camera
instructions
Long Shot
15_2
Long Shot
15_3
Long Shot
15_4
Long Shot
15_5
Long Shot
15_6
Long Shot
15_7
Long Shot
15_8
Long Shot
Frame
16_1
Path of action
Him walking more
towards the camera for
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
He looks left
and right
continuously to
see if anyone is
around
Camera
instructions
Long Shot
16_2
Long Shot
16_3
Long Shot
16_4
Long Shot
16_5
Long Shot

16_6
Long Shot
16_7
Long Shot
16_8
Long Shot
16_9
Long Shot
Frame
17_1
Path of action
Walking around his
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Hands on his
head showing
the sadness of
being alone
Camera
instructions
Close Up
17_2
Close Up
17_3
Close Up
17_4
Close Up
17_5
Close Up
17_6
Close Up
17_7
Close Up
Frame
18_1
Path of action
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Walking towards the chair Be Like You for the next 8 different
CVBZ
shots
Animation
Him walking
towards a chair
Camera
instructions
Long Shot
18_2
Long Shot
18_3
Long Shot
18_4
Long Shot
18_5
Long Shot
18_6
Long Shot
18_7
Long Shot
18_8
Long Shot
Frame
19_1
Path of action
Faster walking towards
the chair for the next 8
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Walking with
his head sunk
to the floor
Camera
instructions
Long Shot
19_2
Long Shot
19_3
Long Shot
19_4
Long Shot

19_5
Long Shot
19_6
Long Shot
19_7
Long Shot
19_8
Long Shot
Frame
20_1
Path of action
Sitting on the chair for the
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Him trying to sit
and sat on the
chair
Camera
instructions
Close Up
20_2
Close Up
20_3
Close Up
20_4
Close Up
20_5
Close Up
20_6
Close Up
20_7
Close Up
Frame
21_1
Path of action
Him on the chair with
camera focused on him
for the next 8 different
shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Showing his
emotion as he
looks around
with sadness
Camera
instructions
Extreme Close
Up
21_2
Extreme Close
Up
21_3
Extreme Close
Up
21_4
Extreme Close
Up
21_5
Extreme Close
Up
21_6
Extreme Close
Up
21_7
Extreme Close
Up
21_8
Extreme Close
Up
Frame
22_1
Path of action
Walking back around his
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Getting up out
of the chair and
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot

different shots
walking around
22_2
Mid Shot
22_3
Mid Shot
22_4
Mid Shot
22_5
Mid Shot
22_6
Mid Shot
22_7
Mid Shot
22_8
Mid Shot
Frame
23_1
Path of action
Heading for the radio for
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Him walking
towards the
radio
Camera
instructions
Tracking Shot
23_2
Tracking Shot
23_3
Tracking Shot
23_4
Tracking Shot
23_5
Tracking Shot
23_6
Tracking Shot
23_7
Tracking Shot
23_8
Tracking Shot
Frame
24_1
Path of action
Going towards the radio
shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Lots of turns to
show
movement of
the model
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot
24_2
Mid Shot
24_3
Mid Shot
24_4
Mid Shot
24_5
Mid Shot
24_6
Mid Shot
24_7
Mid Shot
24_8
Mid Shot

Frame
25_1
Path of action
Going towards the radio
shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Lots of turns to
show
movement of
the model
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot
25_2
Mid Shot
25_3
Mid Shot
25_4
Mid Shot
25_5
Mid Shot
25_6
Mid Shot
25_7
Mid Shot
25_8
Mid Shot
Frame
26_1
Path of action
Playing the music for the
party for the next 7
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
He hits the
button on the
radio and turns
around
Camera
instructions
Close Up
26_2
Close Up
26_3
Close Up
26_4
Close Up
26_5
Close Up
26_6
Close Up
26_7
Close Up
Frame
27_1
Path of action
Trying to be assertive
and see who is around
shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Looks left and
right to see if
anyone is
around at all
Camera
instructions
Close Up
27_2
Close Up
27_3
Close Up
27_4
Close Up
27_5
Close Up

27_6
Close Up
27_8
Close Up
27_9
Close Up
Frame
28_1
Path of action
Trying to get to the door
for the 6 different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Him running
towards the
door
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot
28_2
Mid Shot
28_3
Mid Shot
28_4
Mid Shot
28_5
Mid Shot
28_6
Mid Shot
Frame
29_1
Path of action
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Heading towards the door Be Like You for the next 7 different
CVBZ
shots
Animation
Him answering
the door
Camera
instructions
Close Up
29_2
Close Up
29_3
Close Up
29_4
Close Up
29_5
Close Up
29_6
Close Up
29_7
Close Up
Frame
30_1
Path of action
The other characters are
at the door for the next 6
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Making slight
movements
with here arms
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot
30_2
Mid Shot
30_3
Mid Shot
30_4
Mid Shot
30_5
Mid Shot

30_6
Frame
31_1
Mid Shot
Path of action
Speech bubble showing
thoughts that have been
made for the next 5
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Them moving
slightly, speech
bubble first
appearing
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot
31_2
Mid Shot
31_3
Mid Shot
31_4
Mid Shot
31_5
Mid Shot
Frame
32_1
Path of action
Speech bubble showing
thoughts that have been
made for the next5
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Them moving
slightly, speech
bubble first
appearing
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot
32_2
Mid Shot
32_3
Mid Shot
32_4
Mid Shot
32_5
Mid Shot
Frame
33_1
Path of action
His reaction, camera
focused back on him for
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
His reaction to
them
appearing,
head moving
slightly
Camera
instructions
Close Up
33_2
Close Up
33_3
Close Up
33_4
Close Up
33_5
Close Up
33_6
Close Up
33_7
Close Up

33_8
Frame
34_1
Close Up
Path of action
Them walking in to the
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
First guy
walking in the
house
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot
34_2
Mid Shot
34_3
Mid Shot
34_4
Mid Shot
34_5
Mid Shot
34_6
Mid Shot
34_7
Mid Shot
34_8
Mid Shot
Frame
35_1
Path of action
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
First guy
walking and girl
in the house
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot
35_2
Mid Shot
35_3
Mid Shot
35_4
Mid Shot
35_5
Mid Shot
35_6
Mid Shot
35_7
Mid Shot
35_8
Mid Shot
Frame
36_1
Path of action
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
All characters
are now inside
the house
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot
36_2
Mid Shot
36_3
Mid Shot
36_4
Mid Shot

36_5
Mid Shot
36_6
Mid Shot
36_7
Mid Shot
36_8
Mid Shot
Frame
37_1
Path of action
Them altogether in the
same room for the next 8
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
All the
characters
begin to dance
vigorously
Camera
instructions
Close Up
37_2
Close Up
37_3
Close Up
37_4
Close Up
37_5
Close Up
37_6
Close Up
37_7
Close Up
37_8
Close Up
Frame
38_1
Path of action
Them altogether in the
same room for the next 8
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
All the
characters
begin to dance
vigorously
Camera
instructions
Close Up
38_2
Close Up
38_3
Close Up
38_4
Close Up
38_5
Close Up
38_6
Close Up
38_7
Close Up
38_8
Close Up
Frame
39_1
Path of action
Them all in the house
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You -
Animation
The main
Camera
instructions
Close Up

together dancing for the
CVBZ
character
begins to walk
off from the
group, whilst
the other
characters are
still dancing
39_2
Close Up
39_3
Close Up
39_4
Close Up
39_5
Close Up
39_6
Close Up
39_7
Close Up
39_8
Close Up
Frame
40_1
Path of action
together for the next 8
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
The main guy
walking away
whilst the other
characters look
and party at the
same time
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot
40_2
Mid Shot
40_3
Mid Shot
40_4
Mid Shot
40_5
Mid Shot
40_6
Mid Shot
40_7
Mid Shot
40_8
Mid Shot
Frame
41_1
41_2
Path of action
together for the next 8
different shots
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
The main guy
walking away
whilst the other
characters look
and party at the
same time
Camera
instructions
Mid Shot
Mid Shot

41_3
Mid Shot
41_4
Mid Shot
41_5
Mid Shot
41_6
Mid Shot
41_7
Mid Shot
41_8
Mid Shot
Frame
42_1
Path of action
Showing a happier time
for the main character for
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
Him looking
happier, as he
looks back at
his new friends
Camera
instructions
Close Up
42_2
Close Up
42_3
Close Up
42_4
Close Up
42_5
Close Up
42_6
Close Up
42_7
Close Up
42_8
Close Up
Frame
43_1
Path of action
Camera showing that the
animation is ending for
Dialogue /
Soundtrack cue
Be Like You CVBZ
Animation
The camera is
making the
shots out of
focus for the
audience to
see
Camera
instructions
Out of
focus/close up
43_2
Out of
focus/close up
43_3
Out of
focus/close up
43_4
Out of
focus/close up
43_5
Out of
focus/close up
43_6
Out of

focus/close up
43_7
43_8
Out of
focus/close up
Fade music
Liaising with client (write notes on discussions between you and your client)
Out of
focus/close up

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Mind maps of ideas

Format of your animation

Subject and storyline

Character notes and profiles

Audio and soundtrack

Storyboard and script (add script to booklet)

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How to use this booklet

Both LO2 and LO3

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Attach a 400-word treatment of your idea

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Use of possible formats

Why are you using that particular format?

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House Estate Agent

Drawing, football and fine art

She is a popular character who is liked by everyone, she has a

Computer games, TV and films

Is a more laid back character but is still a popular member around

Fishing, cycling, football and going to the gym

Is a popular character who is often referred to as the funny one, is

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Just staying at home

Is often referred to as the quiet one. Doesnt have a big group of

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Everything in my production will be made from Lego

What is the purpose of an armature?

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Will you use them for your characters?

If so, how will you make it?

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A three wall set

A Combination of two or more of the above

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Add in photographs of your sets/backgrounds.

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Audio and Soundtrack

What actions will need sound effects?

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Props List PROPS LIST

Needed for the

All characters and

There will be four

The chair will be

Used by the less

In the rich house

In both houses used

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What forms of animation might they already watch?

What images do you think they enjoy watching?

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What might they consider distasteful or offensive?

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Complete a storyboard for your animation.

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