AOB5 - Evaluation

To begin with if I was asked to do a task then I would probably design and make the first idea that came into my head. Now if I was asked to do a task, i would research the product, then draw up several mock ideas before seeking advice on which one would be the best to make. This would involve showing the mock ideas to the customer as well as the target audience. When we arranged lighting for photographs aspects such as lighting and camera angles were changed to give the best results. When I made my podcast I tried to make the script sound as professional as possible as well as maintaining all the facts that were needed.
My ability to work accurately has improved as I now spend much more time positioning items such as images and text so that they are perfectly placed to have the most impact. Time is spent making sure that the typeface's etc are as good and effective as they can be. Also things such as colours are much more accurately used to create the best effect.
At the start of the course, I wasn't brilliant at keeping deadlines, work may have been handed in a couple of days late. But i aim now to produce the best work I can in the deadlines I have been given and to stick to the deadlines.
The main piece of equipment I have used would be the Apple Mac. I have learned many skills on the Mac such as using the programs Photoshop and Illustrator. Other equipment and skills include using different lightning and lightning effects and making sets out of cardboard ready for a photo shoot. Other materials used would be things like CD cases, magazines etc for inspiration and ideas.
The ability to share tasks has improved my work. I have asked others on how my work can be improved and they have given me advice. Also i have supported other people by giving them ideas and advice on their work. I have also given feedback to my peers on their work, about what is good and how i think it can be improved.
I am able to work well in a team. I take in to account the thoughts of others as well as providing my own ideas. In a team I prefer to receive orders to do something rather than give them which shows I am able to work well under direction. If someone, for example the client, tells me that they would prefer me to change something, i would do it to suit their needs. During in group tasks i will do as others ask of me, for example if some lighting needs moving or if something needs changing. I am also good at, and prefer to work independently. If someone gives me a brief I will work independently to get it done although i do seek advice and feedback.
I am going on to make a music video using the my skills and the advice from the focus group. I am going to change the original idea as the focus group didn't think it would work. I will do it mostly independently but with some help with others and i will asking for advice when needed.