Media Studies Concepts and Techniques

What are Genre Codes & Conventions?

• Elements that define a genre

• Random characteristics of any story

• Unrelated to storytelling

• Recognizable elements specific to a genre.

Define Cutaway/Insert in editing.

• Brief shots of detail or related scenes that enhance narrative or focus.

• A technique used to transition between scenes.

• A type of shot that shows the main subject in detail.

• A method of editing that involves cutting out unnecessary footage.

What is a Long Take?

• A brief shot with rapid cuts.

• An extended shot with no cuts, creating realism or suspense.

• A shot that uses special effects to enhance visuals.

• A montage of various scenes edited together.

What is an Action Match?

• A type of camera angle used in filmmaking.

• Continuous movement between shots for smooth transitions.

• A technique for editing sound in films.

• A method for lighting scenes in a studio.

Define Non-Diegetic sound.

• Sound that is part of the story world, such as dialogue.

• Sound added in post-production, such as music or narration.

• Sound that characters can hear within the film.

• Sound effects created during filming.

What is Crosscutting?

• Cuts between two or more actions happening simultaneously, building tension.

• A technique used to create a single narrative from multiple perspectives.

• A method of editing that focuses on chronological order.

• A style of filmmaking that emphasizes character development.

What is Diegetic sound?

• Sound that originates within the story world (e.g., dialogue, footsteps).

• Sound that is added in post-production and does not exist in the story world.

• Sound that is heard by the audience but not by the characters.

• Sound that is used to create a mood or atmosphere, unrelated to the story.

What is an Establishing Shot?

• A close-up shot that focuses on a specific detail.

• A wide shot typically used at the beginning of a scene to show the setting.

• A shot that captures the action from a high angle.

• A shot that uses rapid cuts to create excitement.

Describe a Jump Cut.

• A smooth transition between scenes.

• An abrupt edit that creates a jarring or fast-paced effect.

• A technique used to slow down the action.

• A method of adding special effects to a scene.

What are Sound Effects?

• Added to enhance realism or create atmosphere.

• Used to create visual effects in films.

• A type of music played during scenes.

• Background noise that is not important.