CVs
Strengths
- Got lots of information
- Says where you can contact the person
- Says what experience the person has
- Uses different colours to make it interesting
Weaknesses
- Not that creative
- Looks a bit boring
Strengths
- The information is clearly shown and is all relevant.
- The layout of the information is good because it is set out chronologically so is easy to follow.
- The font is clear and easy to read.
Weaknesses
- The font is quite small so isn’t as easy to read as it could be.
- The skills section doesn’t give any evidence meaning it’s not believable.
- More detail about her experience could be given.
Showreels
Niklas Christl
Shots
- Lots of moving shots
- Wide shots showing cool locations
- Closeups of certain subjects
- The shots lead into each other like if one is a mcu of someone in the mountains the next shot will be a wide shot of mountains which makes it easier to follow.
Sequences that have been included
- There are sequences of different films he’s made to showcase the different types of films he’s capable of making which makes him more employable.
Titles
- At the end it says his name and what he does, this is good because it shows whos made it and adds a personal feel to it.
Music
- Upbeat and fast music to create an exciting and enjoyable feel.
- The music builds up as the action builds, as the music gets faster so do the edits.
- You can hear some of the louder noises in the video, for example the planes flying over which makes it more interesting to watch.
Pace of the edit
- The edit is quick paced to show a lot of different shots and sequences, this makes it seem like he’s done a lot of work which an employer would want, and is more enjoyable for the audience to watch.
Call to action
- His call to action is by givings his details and by showing what he can do it makes people want to work with him.
Contact details
- The contact details are shown below the video in the description.
Ami Bornstein
Shots
- Lots of closeups and extreme closeups
- Moving shots to make it more dynamic
- Wide Shot timelapses
- Lots of different angles
- Lots of silhouette lighting
Sequences that have been included
- Sequences that link together the shots for example the guy holding the gun then the apple getting shot by an arrow then the shot of the man with the bow, these are linked together to look smoother in this sequence.
Titles
- At the end of the showreel he has his name in bold and cinematographer to show who he is and what he does.
Music
- The music is slow paced and calm, whilst also having some faster elements to it, this fits with the edit of the video and creates a thoughtful atmosphere for the audience to appreciate his work. The audio also includes some of the sounds that would be heard in the shots which gives a more realistic feel to the footage.
Pace of the edit
- The pace of the edit is quite slow and smooth, this creates a relaxed feeling for the audience and gives them time to appreciate the different shots he’s showing.
Call to action
- His call to action is by showing what he’s capable of doing which will make people want to work with him.
Contact details
- He has his number and his email under his name at the end of the showreel so people know how to contact him.
Cover Letters
https://www.themuse.com/advice/how-to-write-a-cover-letter-31-tips-you-need-to-know
The main points of this article is to make the cover letter about what you can do for the company and not what they can do for you. Also they say to make it personal by addressing it to the correct person and making sure to involve details about the company, so that they know it isn’t a generic cover letter and that you have interest in the company and the job.
https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/cvs-and-cover-letters/cover-letters
The main points of this article is that you should make your cover letter clear and to the point, they don’t want loads of information about you. That’s what a CV is, in a cover letter they just want to know why you would be a good fit for the company and the job. Also make sure to show off your knowledge of the company to emphasise your interest in the position.
In order to write a good cover letter you should make yourself sound keen for the position and present yourself in a way that makes you seem interested and eager. Also you should take into account what they are looking for in a person to take up the job and make sure you have demonstrated yourself to be the right kind of person.
Conclusion
In conclusion I have learnt that in order to create a strong application you must have and eye catching CV, a creative and interesting showreel and an informative and keen cover letter.
Laura Altman 