Anticipation of Problems Summary

In the lesson today, our group came up with a list of things that we have identified as our strengths and weaknesses so far in the project. In summary, we found that:

• We thought our organisational skills were pretty good. We had one incident involving equipment, where Selina forgot to hand in the Group Folder along with the camera. However, in general we tend to plan things out beforehand, therefore we are very well organised on shoots; so as to assure that no time is wasted etc.
• Initially, we had a slight problem with communication. For example we had made plans without getting the teacher's approval. Also one of us was absent without informing the rest of the group therefore it was difficult to organise things. Nevertheless, we have all learnt from these errors and have improved our communication. Now we are extremely good at communicating with each other - we say how we feel, we update our blogs with thoughts and reflections and we all have each other's phone numbers, in case of emergencies. We feel that communication is now really one of our strongest points.
• We are particularly good when it comes to the technical side of things. Whoever is in charge of returning the equipment always knows to fully charge the batteries and lights, ready for the next shoot. We all know how to use the equipment we were given and we all have a very decent knowledge of camera techniques (i.e. framing, shot types, continuity etc). This makes the shoots run smoother and more efficiently as we all know how to use the equipment.
• Finally, and probably our strongest area, is the group dynamics. Because there are only three of us, it would be difficult for us to form 'divisions' within the group etc. Also because there are always so many tasks to be carried out, we all make sure we contribute as best we can; be it with the planning, shooting, editing or blogging. Whenever there is a problem, we usually all see it and try to tackle it together, respecting each other's opinions without being rude or getting personal. We have had no fights so far and we are really pleased with our progress.