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:1. Explain and demonstrate the proper elements of a good motion picture.
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*[http://www.solutioneers.net/cinema/axis.htm 180 Degree Axis Rule and Coverage]
*[http://www.solutioneers.net/cinema/axis.htm 180 Degree Axis Rule and Coverage]
*[http://www.madsci.org/posts/archives/2003-11/1069817936.Cs.r.html How Does a Zoom Lens Work?]
*[http://www.madsci.org/posts/archives/2003-11/1069817936.Cs.r.html How Does a Zoom Lens Work?]
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Cinematography merit badge
Status: Elective
Created: 1990
Discontinued: no
BSA Advancement ID:
Requirements revision: 2002
Latest pamphlet revision: 2001

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Cinematography requirements

  1. Do the following:
    1. Explain and demonstrate the proper elements of a good motion picture. In your discussion, include visual storytelling, rhythm, the 180-degree axis rule, camera movement, framing and composition of camera shots, and lens selection.
    2. Discuss the Cinematographer's role in the movie-making process.
  2. Do the following:
    1. In a three- or four-paragraph treatment, tell the story you plan to film, making sure that the treatment conveys a visual picture.
    2. Prepare a storyboard for your motion picture (This can be done with rough sketches and stick figures.)
    3. Demonstrate the following motion picture shooting techniques.
      1. Using a tripod
      2. Panning a camera
      3. Framing a shot
      4. Selecting an angle
      5. Selecting proper lighting
      6. Hand-held shooting
    4. Using motion picture techniques, plan ONE of the following programs. Start with a treatment, and complete the requirement by presenting this program to a pack or your troop, patrol, or class.
      1. Film or videotape a court of honor and show it to an audience.
      2. Create a short feature of your own design using the techniques you learned.
      3. Shoot a vignette that could be used to train a new Scout in a Scouting skill.
  3. Do ONE of the following:
    1. With your parent's permission and your counselor's approval, visit a film set or a television production studio and watch how production work is done.
    2. Explain to your counselor the elements of the zoom lens and three important parts.
  4. Find out about three career opportunities in cinematography. Pick one and find out about the education, training, and experience required for this profession. Discuss this with your counselor. Explain why this profession might interest you.


The official source for the information shown in this article or section is:
Boy Scout Requirements, 2012 Edition (BSA Supply No. 34765)

The text of these requirements is locked and can only be edited by an administrator.
Please note any errors found in the above requirements on this article's Talk Page.
1. Explain and demonstrate the proper elements of a good motion picture.
a. Visual storytelling
b. Rhythm
c. The 180-degree axis rule
d. Camera movement
e. Framing and composition of camera shots
f. Lens selection
2. Do the following:
a. Tell the story you plan to film in a three- or four-paragraph treatment. How does it read on paper?
b. Prepare a storyboard for your motion picture (This can be done with rough sketches and stick figures.)
c. Demonstrate six of the following motion picture shooting techniques.
1. Using a tripod
2. Panning a camera
3. Framing a shot
4. Selecting an angle
5. Selecting proper lighting
6. Hand-held shooting
d. Do ONE of the following, using motion picture techniques in planning a program for your troop or school. Start with a treatment , and complete the requirement by presenting the program to the troop, patrol, or class.
1. Film or videotape a court of honor and show it to an audience.
2. Create a minifeature of your own design using the techniques you learn.
3. Film or videotape a vignette that could be used to train a new Scout in a Scouting Skill.
3. Do ONE of the following:
a. Visit a film set or a television production studio and watch how production work is done.
b. Explain to your counselor the elements of the zoom lens and three important parts.
4. Explain the following jobs related to film or video production: director, producer, cinematographer, key grip, gaffer, best boy, assistant camera operator.


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