AS level media studies portfolio

As the editor, it was my job to ensure that the overall tone and feel of the scene is consistent and as intended by our script writers and director, Chloe and Amatullah. My edits will contribute and compliment  the performances portrayed by the actors, which is why editing is a crucial step in media studies.  My editing process for Dear Diary! I used DaVinci resolve, which is a tool I have learned to master working on the preliminary task.

 Our short film, part of our September preliminary task, Dear Diary is complete!   Click here to watch it.

Picture A Picture B Close up shots: We utilized these scenes as a way to portray character one’s (the student, played by Chloe) emotions in each scene, so that the audience’s attention is directed toward her fear and turmoil in picture B, and her doubts/ pensiveness in picture A.   Picture A Picture B High angle shots:   In these respective shots, we used high angles to highlight how character one’s emotions in is less powerful and more exposed in the moment, in this empty classroom where the ghost lingers. It shows more of the setting as well as makes the character look more inferior, vulnerable.  Wide shot:  A   wide shot is used here to capture character one’s attempt to try to escape the classroom. This scene also creates a sense of emotional detachment from the audience and the character, letting the audience observe the situation from afar rather than feeling directly connected to the character. Long shot:  This shot showcases a full body of characte...

  This script is for Dear Diary, about a student (Char1) who struggles with school and feels trapped by pressure and expectations. It’s set in an empty classroom where everything feels a bit off. Char1 finds a strange book, and weird stuff starts happening—like creepy symbols and a mysterious person who suddenly appears and disappears. The camera shots we used (like tracking, wide shots, and sudden cuts) help make the scene feel tense and eerie. The story’s basically about stress, pressure, and how it can mess with your head, and how it’s hard to escape the cycle. film #3 script genres: mystery/horror the backstory for character 1 has been evolved into a new student feeling trapped and trying to adjust in a new environment. the character feels suffocated. scene 1: character 1 encounters character 2 in the washroom washing hands.  c2: you're the new kid right?  c2: yes c1: i get the feeling of being new, i was in your shoes a few years back. character 1 turns to mirror and...

  As part of our preliminary task, we were asked to work in groups of four to create a short film/film opening with a script, with any genre of our group’s choosing! Concepts were told to be entirely original, and above are the inspo photos for our group’s horror short film, Dear Diary!

  Media outlining Theme: mystery We made a backstory of academic struggles, where the char has struggle with academics, feeling like being trapped in a box, where the shadows are her "supporters" who want to keep looking over char1’s shoulder as if pressurizing her. Then char3 shows how little support can be a key in helping people get out of the spiral of perfection, however the hint goes to where the char1 still doesn't feel reassured from the trauma they faced. This is a rough draft of our plans  An empty classroom - preferably no tables or chairs. There is one chair and a table in the middle and a book [wide shot, zoom out] Notes: there can be light shining through the classroom because idk if there are the curtains in our room. Maybe itll be good for lighting but itll make it a warm tone, but we want a cool tone. One of us walks into the class, like she had been looking for her block room (will add lines after this.)  [tracking shot of the legs until the classroom wh...

  Script #1 – Dear Diary  (Mystery) Group members: Saachi, Chloe, Amatullah, Emaan Idea The protagonist discovers an old notebook in an abandoned classroom. As they turn the pages, they find strange drawings, scribbles, and messages. A second character briefly appears behind them but disappears when noticed. The notebook is shown with a mysterious symbol before the screen cuts to black. Audio: page-turning sounds mixed with faint whispers. Opening Scene Plan Silent, empty classroom setting. Main character spots a notebook. They look through it, revealing odd sketches and a strange symbol. Another character quietly appears in the background, then vanishes. Final shot focuses on the symbol in the notebook before fading to black. Camera Shots Wide shot of the deserted classroom. Tracking shot as the main character walks in. Close-up of their hand opening the notebook. Insert shots of scribbles and symbols inside. Over-the-shoulder view o...

  Before starting our Media Studies preliminary task, we completed a skills audit table to identify our strengths and areas for improvement. This helped our group assign roles effectively, with me focusing on editing and acting. It also highlighted where we might need support and ensured our project workflow was organised.

  Media has always grabbed my attention—whether it’s a film, an advert, or even a simple post online, there’s always another message waiting to be interpreted. That’s what excites me about studying Media Studies at AS Level—it gives me the chance to explore how these messages are created and why they matter. My name is Saachi, and this blog is where I’ll share my journey as an AS Media student. I’ll be posting my ideas, experiments, and progress as I work through my Foundation Portfolio, including the challenges (and probably a few mistakes) along the way. For me, media isn’t just entertainment—it’s a way of telling stories, sparking conversations, and shaping the way we see the world. Thanks for visiting my blog— stay tuned for what me and my team have in store!