Mise en scene for our A2 Media Music Video

2. • This scene will be located on a local rural road which
has very little to no traffic. Surrounding the road and
paths are fields which will support the idea of the
countryside’s association with freedom, whilst
juxtaposing previous urban scenes to create a contrast.
• There won’t be many props used due to this scene mainly
comprising of the singer walking along a road, however
off-screen props/equipment include high-visibility vests
and torches.
• The outdoor setting will appeal to the genre of ‘indie pop’
with nature being a convention in many music videos.

3. • The costume must be suitable for outdoor wear due to the
setting of this scene, however it must still be fashionable
and ‘indie’ in order to appeal to the young target audience.
• Jeans, boots, a jumper and perhaps a parker style coat will
be a basis for the costume. Accessories such as wristbands
and necklaces will be added to give personality to the outfit.
• The hair and makeup will be simple and natural
looking, to suit the earthy location and
effortless tone to the song and artists image.

4. • The character has been walking in the music video for some time now,
therefore should look slightly tired, but not lost to correspond to the lyrics
“I’m not lost, I’m just finding, my own way”.
• The character should look as though she is searching, perhaps confused
or at least in thought. She will not make eye contact with the camera to
add to the narrative style of the music video
• The singer could have her hands in her
pockets to refer to the cold weather.
However, she must look up-beat and hopeful.

5. • The lighting will be natural to suit the outdoor location.
• A torch covered with a piece of parchment paper could be
used to provide a soft glow to the artists face if the lighting
is too dark, however we must take caution to avoid the
effect of artificial lighting.
• The colours, as with the lighting, will be natural looking,
however, in the editing stage we could use colour correct
to enhance the colour of the fields, or the approaching
dusk.

6. • We will aim to use leading lines and unusual angles to
accentuate the natural surroundings and add an ‘indie’
vibe to the video.
• The character will be central to the frame,
however, there will be many extreme
close ups, shots of her feet, over-the
shoulder and side profile contrasted with
long shots to enforce the idea of walking
and journeys.

7. • This scene will be located in a rural scene, with fields and barns
surrounding to create a feeling or freedom and liberation, which will
appeal to the young (mainly female) target audience who will relate
to the enjoyment of freedom from adults and the ‘real world’.
• There should be a party/fun tone to the video, achieved through
props such as sparklers, marshmallows, and dancing.
• It will be evening/dusk time.
• Other props include health and safety
equipment, lighting, blankets, scarves and
seating.

8. • The singer’s makeup should remain the same – very natural, however,
there is opportunity to have more eye makeup in a ‘smokey’ fashion to
add to the party atmosphere.
• The hairstyle will remain the same as previous scene,
but it could look more messy and voluminous.
• The costume should also remain appropriate for
outdoor wear, however, additions such as
shawls/scarves and gloves can be added.
• Hair accessories such as a hat or headband could be
added to suit the location and mood of the scene.

9. • The singer will be very happy, excited and energetic
which will be reflected in the quick transitions and cuts,
and also complement the tempo of the Corus
• The body language will also be joyous which can be
displayed through her arms spread to imply freedom, she
could be dancing, interacting with the extras and
smiling/laughing

10. • A torch covered with a piece of parchment paper could be
used to provide a soft glow to the artists face if the lighting is
too dark due to this scene occurring at night, however, care
must be taken to ensure the light is coming from the direction
of the fire to prevent it looking artificial.
• The campfire will be the main source of lighting, therefore a colour palette
of golds, ambers and orange will be apparent throughout this scene.
• A darker filter that saturates the image could be used to give the feeling
that the campfire is occurring at night, yet also allows the singer, extras
and props to remain visible and clear.

11. • The character won’t remain in a fixed position within the frame, with the
exception of shots where she is sat/stood around the fire, playing guitar or
using sparklers.
• We will use the rule of thirds because this is the most successful method
to position characters, however, the camera will be moving quickly,
creating blurs to add an alternate/indie vibe to the music video.
• Close ups can also be used where the character dances and
acknowledges the camera, creating a direct mode of address
that will form a connection to the audience.