Class Notes: Week 1
Story #1 Themes
Mental Health (Identify and interview individuals or organizations in our community making progress on this subject/issue)
Identity (Identify stories of individuals or organizations that make progress on issues of identity through relationships, family, race, religion, politics, etc.)
Note: Pitches can be from either theme. Your audience for your stories are you and your peers.
Please see groups below and reach out to your teammates before next class to brainstorm story ideas before our first pitches on September 6th. Each team must present at least three pitches total.
Identity (Identify stories of individuals or organizations that make progress on issues of identity through relationships, family, race, religion, politics, etc.)
Note: Pitches can be from either theme. Your audience for your stories are you and your peers.
Please see groups below and reach out to your teammates before next class to brainstorm story ideas before our first pitches on September 6th. Each team must present at least three pitches total.
Story #1 Teams
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Team 1:
Lauren - Producer Hunter - DP Serges - Audio/Editor |
Team 2:
Danielle - Producer Julian - DP Quinn - Audio/Editor |
Team 3:
McCall - Producer Marina - DP Jesse - Audio Alice - Editor |
In Class Activity:
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Chris White's notes:
Use stories to inspire, educate, and motivate.
PLUGS!
-DukeCreate as a resource for workshops - Go to them! Learn something new. For all levels.
-September 14th - Big career fair on campus. (Mediaville) - Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1758324977768082/
Basics
-We are NOT using Sakai for this class
-We have our own webpage for the class (if you’re reading this, you already know how to access it; go ahead and bookmark this website)
-If you want a different cross-listing, talk to Amy
-Office hours by appointment
Reflections
-Make sure you address every single piece that we give to you
-This is about flipping the classroom
-You always copy and paste (from your SAVED word document) to the webpage at the bottom of each weekly page
-Also feel free to share any pieces of your own that the required items may remind you of
Projects
-Two in groups, and a final on your own (this is all reflected on the basics of the webpage)
Buy your books! Yes, the first two chapters of Bare Bones are available to you, but no chapters afterwards will be included in the dropbox
Hard Drives
There is information on the webpage about specific hard drives types
-ALWAYS, ALWAYS, ALWAYS, have two locations where your work is saved
-There is nothing worse than losing material
Who’s AMP’d?
-Think about the themes you chose and how that could motivate your stories this year
Breakdown:
Quinn
-Took this class because of the ability to connect stories to his own life
-He seeks stories through travel and family reflection
-Went to Ireland, Canada, other places
-He admires Hunter Stark
-He admires listeners, really cares about the stories
-THEMES: Environment (Agriculture and Sustainability), Music (Artistic Process), Human Experience (Unexpected interactions)
Serges
-Loves storytelling, people, connecting with people
-Believes in the overarching human connection
-SmallTown Records President (Music Interest / Source of stories)
-The connection of the personal story with music production
-Thinks Amy is dope
-Theme of Precursors - Hard work by others to allow him to be here now
“Collection of dreams and prayers”
Hunter
-Took AMP because of Abhi Shah (“The Man”)
-Particular interest in documentary film
-Huge fan of podcasts as well - the length (an hour) for a story is pretty chill
-Loves a huge movie
-Would like to read more fiction (HINT: Send him recommendations)
-Inspired by Abhi, Clark, and Quinn
-SNAKEPIT - Loved this movie, dreams of checking himself into a mental institution, but not really
-Involved in INSIDE JOKE
Alice
-Took the class because “This class is worth more than the PJMS certificate”
-Wants to get better at the discovery aspect of storytelling
-Seeks out the deep stories, but touch on greater concepts
-Loves internet wormholes, Reddit, YouTube roller coasters, other strange things on the deep web
-Inspired by Annie in Inside Joke, a rockstar
-Interested in Mental health because everybody is affected by mental health in some way
-Also interested in food and space - Space as loneliness and a source for exploration, but “doesn’t know anything”about science”
Jesse
-Met McCall on a lovely summer evening
-Wants to look at big picture things
-Also wants a job
-Inspired by people who have taken the road less traveled and are attempting to pursue their passions at Duke or outside of Duke
-Inspired by his grandmothers and the insight they provide
-Identity, violence, in Durham and at Duke, arts/culture
McCall
-Passionate about talking to people
-Loves to meet new communities, which is why she went abroad and did Duke Engage
-Finds stories through conversation, which is why she loves the awkwardness of the Duke bus
-Admires people who forged their own path
-Identity, Poverty, politics, relationships
-Interested in people at Duke whose voices are not heard
Julian
-Doing Duke in LA in the spring, super stoked
-Loves true stories, particularly hero stories - heroes always have a human side
-True stories with Hollywood flair, fictional and everyday stories of real people
-Admires everyday heroes - selfless people
-race relations, dirty politics, gentrification, violence, serious current issues
-Loves allegories
Marina
-“Just terrific” - Julian
-She has known Amy since freshman year
-Would like to hone her skills
-Would like to continue being engaged in the community
-If you talk to somebody for long enough, you’re going to get an amazing story out of them
-Admires people who can lead a community (Yoga instructors she knows)
-Listeners
-Arts/culture, identity, bridging gaps between groups
Danielle
-Desires new skills, especially in film production
-Finds stories from her community, wants to give people in her community a voice
-Draws inspiration from her own personal life story
-Admires her mother
-Feels a lack of community at Duke
-Admires young people, and what people are doing
-Interested in the journey of identity and youth, mental health, race in the U.S., and poverty
Lauren
-Great listener
-Draws inspiration from talking to people
-Sole Project - Walking a mile in your own shoes
-Disability rights, identity, environment, respect, appreciation, gratitude
-Documentary production, applying to real life
-Social issues, people without voices
-Loves Amy
-Admires Dean Sue, Cuquis, Caroline (housekeeper)
-Environment
Take-aways
-“Why” questions definitely seem to break to ice
-Good listening is something to be really valued when interviewing
-Empathy
-Being open to having these conversations with people you don’t know
-Have normal conversations with interviewees way before (sometimes referred to as a pre-interview)
-Let the conversation flow more; sometimes the structure is not great
Do you have friends?
-We need your friends!
There are two spots available in the class.
Week to Week
-Production workshop
-AMI Cage. We know how to use it. We’re going to teach you next week (Week 2)
Pitch 101 (Week 2) - Pitching is so incredibly important. It is not as simple as you may think. You need to adapt it to the group you are pitching to. You need to learn the balance between your audience and your idea (as well as the amount of time you are given).
Edit Labs - There is time allocated to edit your projects before they are due. Ideally you have some material before this.
Guac Premieres
This is your time to shine. Walk the red carpet. Eat guacamole. Live the dream.
NOTE: Dress to impress (if you want). You never know who might show up (Last year, Bob Yeoman did).
Resources Page
-Check this often. It’s super helpful.
-Make sure to take note of the hours that the AMI Cage is open. If you cannot get the gear during those hours, you need to find somebody else or you will be in a really, really tight spot
-No joke, the links are all on this website. Take the time to acquaint yourself with the resources on this page. All basic questions can be answered here, so ideally you won’t have to email us looking for the contact for the cage, etc.
-Pre-Interview checklist - print this out before your interviews (multiple copies so you’re prepared when one gets eaten by your dog)
-When you are interviewing, it’s always nice to read the resources for interviewing before you arrive. It really helps you get into the right mindset.
Skills
-We know you each have various experience (or some might have no experience) with the video production process
-Don’t freak out. We want to form groups that will complement skills.
Story Requirements
-See page
-ON CONSENT FORMS: Make sure to print extra copies of consent forms. Always have them around. Take photos and send to us as soon as you complete them. Keep them on file.
-Definitely bring your hard drive to class with the file the day of the guacamole premiere because we upload all of the files to the class YouTube page
-You could throw it on your Duke Box as an alternate option
Self/Peer Evaluations
-Bring these to class the day of the guac premieres
Music suggestions
On the page
-don’t steal music
-Coldplay might not be appropriate
Scripts
-Use the format provided
If you are the DP
-Notice the responsibility to check out equipment. So critical.
(Story pitches are in two weeks, which means you have the two weeks to find ideas and make sure they are viable!!!)
(Gene Dillard - Amy had heard of him, Alex Gonzelez and I literally drove to his house after finding his website and asked if he would be open to a story. Had issues connecting with him when we needed more material. But that’s part of the discovery phase.)
Coffee Talks
-Take advantage of these. They are optional, but they are great.
-Personal note: I went to one of these and talked to Carson and Amy about my anxiety about going to Los Angeles for a variety of reasons, and they helped me weigh my options, brought up other people I could talk to, and I left feeling very relieved.
Final Thoughts
-Check your assignments
-Don’t forget your reflections
-Order your book or use the link and download the first two chapters
PLUGS!
-DukeCreate as a resource for workshops - Go to them! Learn something new. For all levels.
-September 14th - Big career fair on campus. (Mediaville) - Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1758324977768082/
Basics
-We are NOT using Sakai for this class
-We have our own webpage for the class (if you’re reading this, you already know how to access it; go ahead and bookmark this website)
-If you want a different cross-listing, talk to Amy
-Office hours by appointment
Reflections
-Make sure you address every single piece that we give to you
-This is about flipping the classroom
-You always copy and paste (from your SAVED word document) to the webpage at the bottom of each weekly page
-Also feel free to share any pieces of your own that the required items may remind you of
Projects
-Two in groups, and a final on your own (this is all reflected on the basics of the webpage)
Buy your books! Yes, the first two chapters of Bare Bones are available to you, but no chapters afterwards will be included in the dropbox
Hard Drives
There is information on the webpage about specific hard drives types
-ALWAYS, ALWAYS, ALWAYS, have two locations where your work is saved
-There is nothing worse than losing material
Who’s AMP’d?
-Think about the themes you chose and how that could motivate your stories this year
Breakdown:
Quinn
-Took this class because of the ability to connect stories to his own life
-He seeks stories through travel and family reflection
-Went to Ireland, Canada, other places
-He admires Hunter Stark
-He admires listeners, really cares about the stories
-THEMES: Environment (Agriculture and Sustainability), Music (Artistic Process), Human Experience (Unexpected interactions)
Serges
-Loves storytelling, people, connecting with people
-Believes in the overarching human connection
-SmallTown Records President (Music Interest / Source of stories)
-The connection of the personal story with music production
-Thinks Amy is dope
-Theme of Precursors - Hard work by others to allow him to be here now
“Collection of dreams and prayers”
Hunter
-Took AMP because of Abhi Shah (“The Man”)
-Particular interest in documentary film
-Huge fan of podcasts as well - the length (an hour) for a story is pretty chill
-Loves a huge movie
-Would like to read more fiction (HINT: Send him recommendations)
-Inspired by Abhi, Clark, and Quinn
-SNAKEPIT - Loved this movie, dreams of checking himself into a mental institution, but not really
-Involved in INSIDE JOKE
Alice
-Took the class because “This class is worth more than the PJMS certificate”
-Wants to get better at the discovery aspect of storytelling
-Seeks out the deep stories, but touch on greater concepts
-Loves internet wormholes, Reddit, YouTube roller coasters, other strange things on the deep web
-Inspired by Annie in Inside Joke, a rockstar
-Interested in Mental health because everybody is affected by mental health in some way
-Also interested in food and space - Space as loneliness and a source for exploration, but “doesn’t know anything”about science”
Jesse
-Met McCall on a lovely summer evening
-Wants to look at big picture things
-Also wants a job
-Inspired by people who have taken the road less traveled and are attempting to pursue their passions at Duke or outside of Duke
-Inspired by his grandmothers and the insight they provide
-Identity, violence, in Durham and at Duke, arts/culture
McCall
-Passionate about talking to people
-Loves to meet new communities, which is why she went abroad and did Duke Engage
-Finds stories through conversation, which is why she loves the awkwardness of the Duke bus
-Admires people who forged their own path
-Identity, Poverty, politics, relationships
-Interested in people at Duke whose voices are not heard
Julian
-Doing Duke in LA in the spring, super stoked
-Loves true stories, particularly hero stories - heroes always have a human side
-True stories with Hollywood flair, fictional and everyday stories of real people
-Admires everyday heroes - selfless people
-race relations, dirty politics, gentrification, violence, serious current issues
-Loves allegories
Marina
-“Just terrific” - Julian
-She has known Amy since freshman year
-Would like to hone her skills
-Would like to continue being engaged in the community
-If you talk to somebody for long enough, you’re going to get an amazing story out of them
-Admires people who can lead a community (Yoga instructors she knows)
-Listeners
-Arts/culture, identity, bridging gaps between groups
Danielle
-Desires new skills, especially in film production
-Finds stories from her community, wants to give people in her community a voice
-Draws inspiration from her own personal life story
-Admires her mother
-Feels a lack of community at Duke
-Admires young people, and what people are doing
-Interested in the journey of identity and youth, mental health, race in the U.S., and poverty
Lauren
-Great listener
-Draws inspiration from talking to people
-Sole Project - Walking a mile in your own shoes
-Disability rights, identity, environment, respect, appreciation, gratitude
-Documentary production, applying to real life
-Social issues, people without voices
-Loves Amy
-Admires Dean Sue, Cuquis, Caroline (housekeeper)
-Environment
Take-aways
-“Why” questions definitely seem to break to ice
-Good listening is something to be really valued when interviewing
-Empathy
-Being open to having these conversations with people you don’t know
-Have normal conversations with interviewees way before (sometimes referred to as a pre-interview)
-Let the conversation flow more; sometimes the structure is not great
Do you have friends?
-We need your friends!
There are two spots available in the class.
Week to Week
-Production workshop
-AMI Cage. We know how to use it. We’re going to teach you next week (Week 2)
Pitch 101 (Week 2) - Pitching is so incredibly important. It is not as simple as you may think. You need to adapt it to the group you are pitching to. You need to learn the balance between your audience and your idea (as well as the amount of time you are given).
Edit Labs - There is time allocated to edit your projects before they are due. Ideally you have some material before this.
Guac Premieres
This is your time to shine. Walk the red carpet. Eat guacamole. Live the dream.
NOTE: Dress to impress (if you want). You never know who might show up (Last year, Bob Yeoman did).
Resources Page
-Check this often. It’s super helpful.
-Make sure to take note of the hours that the AMI Cage is open. If you cannot get the gear during those hours, you need to find somebody else or you will be in a really, really tight spot
-No joke, the links are all on this website. Take the time to acquaint yourself with the resources on this page. All basic questions can be answered here, so ideally you won’t have to email us looking for the contact for the cage, etc.
-Pre-Interview checklist - print this out before your interviews (multiple copies so you’re prepared when one gets eaten by your dog)
-When you are interviewing, it’s always nice to read the resources for interviewing before you arrive. It really helps you get into the right mindset.
Skills
-We know you each have various experience (or some might have no experience) with the video production process
-Don’t freak out. We want to form groups that will complement skills.
Story Requirements
-See page
-ON CONSENT FORMS: Make sure to print extra copies of consent forms. Always have them around. Take photos and send to us as soon as you complete them. Keep them on file.
-Definitely bring your hard drive to class with the file the day of the guacamole premiere because we upload all of the files to the class YouTube page
-You could throw it on your Duke Box as an alternate option
Self/Peer Evaluations
-Bring these to class the day of the guac premieres
Music suggestions
On the page
-don’t steal music
-Coldplay might not be appropriate
Scripts
-Use the format provided
If you are the DP
-Notice the responsibility to check out equipment. So critical.
(Story pitches are in two weeks, which means you have the two weeks to find ideas and make sure they are viable!!!)
(Gene Dillard - Amy had heard of him, Alex Gonzelez and I literally drove to his house after finding his website and asked if he would be open to a story. Had issues connecting with him when we needed more material. But that’s part of the discovery phase.)
Coffee Talks
-Take advantage of these. They are optional, but they are great.
-Personal note: I went to one of these and talked to Carson and Amy about my anxiety about going to Los Angeles for a variety of reasons, and they helped me weigh my options, brought up other people I could talk to, and I left feeling very relieved.
Final Thoughts
-Check your assignments
-Don’t forget your reflections
-Order your book or use the link and download the first two chapters
