The student analyzed various music videos and works by previous students to inform their own music video production. They found reviewing examples beneficial for understanding narrative structure, genre conventions, and what was achievable given their resources. The student drew from several narrative and film theories to structure their narrative and shots, including works by Vladimir Propp, Andrew Goodwin, and Tzvetan Todorov, though noted limitations in directly applying the theories. The analysis of examples and application of relevant theories helped the student produce a music video to a high standard.