Blog Post #10: Episode Topic and Title Sequence

The episode I am filming for my documentary is going to be on the topic of social media. I have already researched about social media's influence on fashion, and I think this would be the easiest topic to interview about. Most teenagers and younger people use social media, so it would be the best topic to choose because everyone is familiar with it. This would make my documentary targeted more towards a younger audience.

Episode 2
Audience: 13-25, female, people interested in fashion
Topic: How social media has influenced fashion
Segment: It will be the beginning of the episode so I can include a title sequence and opening credits
  • I want the title sequence to be unique and set the mood
This YouTube video is about how to do a good title sequence:

What I learned from this video:
  • To have the title leave an impact, have it interrupt something such as the music or video clip before it
  • Font is bigger and easy to read
  • The title has proper composition and placement
  • Physical integration is where the title is implemented into the actual scene such as painted on the street
  • The title sequence has to relate and fit into the theme and mood of the content
  • Pair the title sequence with music or sound effects for an impact
  • Keep the music calm for a more subtle title sequence
















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