Well winter break is over and I’m officially back in the swing of things. I’m so excited to continue my videography internship with Stetson Marketing. Last semester came with many opportunities that challenged me to become better in several areas of Digital Arts. A novice at capturing and editing footage I was so grateful for the patience of the Marketing staff, professor, and students I interviewed.  I admit I wasn’t pleased with a lot of things, but since I’m back I have time to improve.

I’m looking to further my skills in Adobe Premier, Audition, and After Effects while keeping the footage creative and simple as possible. I believe I spent too many hours on certain things last semester because I was learning how to operate it. Now that I’m familiar with it I can work at steady pace.

Focusing on ideas of my own last semester, I’m excited to say that this semester I’ll be working alone side with Michael as we capture stories such as Stetson’s SPREE and Honor’s programs. I’ll still have the opportunity to capture things I love, but the structure and deadlines will help me to focus and know exactly what to produce. It will also introduce me to events happening around campus.

For example, over the break I had the opportunity to edit footage for Stetson’s Farming Tour. It was great to learn how Stetson is and has partnered with Sustainable Synergy to supply healthy food options to students. Editing this video made me aware of local farms around Volusia county and ways to contribute to healthier lifestyles.

Overall, I believe this semester will expose me to things I rarely experience and allow me to network with some amazing people. I’m up for the journey and looking to deliver great work.