The first episode hit many road blocks, learning to use a new space, a lack of ability to have oversight on camera and lighting concerns because I was learning on the fly to stage manage my production. I learned a lot from my friend and colleague who stepped in to help with that part on episode two. Due to time limitations I didn't get to spend as much time and care on editing either, but I realize I will never be entirely happy with the footage or content. This aired on public broadcast for the last two weeks, and episode two will begin to air once I finish editing.
I am accepting B- work on this, though in reality I feel like it's a barely passing C. Yet these failures taught me how to 'do it right'. I am working to capture the presentation feed for easier and more accurate editing, adjusting the camera positions and setting them myself from here on out. Taking the leap and getting started is a necessary stepping stone to making it great and building skills as a producer. I'm looking forward to steady improvement in all areas, the content from presenters, the quality of the footage, the quality of the editing and the smoothness of the filming event itself. So far the event has run smoother each time, though trying different technical set ups hasn't worked out the kinks there yet.
I am glad I chose my third favorite idea to do first, it is also the most involved as it requires a venue, crowd, crew, host, and participants. Definitely a challenging learning experience.
