Seminar plans

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By: Ariel L. Ramirez Jr.

Preface

The ideas featured here are not to be considered concrete and final. This is just an organization of recommendations to ensure the success of our endeavour. It may also serve as inspiration for other ideas but I would rather that these plans would be used as a last resort or if there are no better ideas or plans available. This is a series of contingents for every possible scenario that I can think of. I do not want to hamper or deny my classmates the freedom of creativity but nevertheless I would just like to express my own. Thus, I would like to request utmost confidentiality so that our team can have freedom to explore other possibilities and also prevent unwanted parties from stealing and using these plans for their own ends.

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Introduction

I, and thus we, have had our own share of seminars attended, and have been disappointed numerous times at how ill prepared the facilitators were in said seminars. We have all observed that this ill preparation has led to the gradual decrease of attendees as time goes by, mainly because of boredom and disinterest. To address and thus prevent this, I have concluded that we need to give a whole experience to all of the participants. By whole I meant that participants are forced to remain on their seats because of curiosity and wonder of what we have in store for them. This would involve stimulating as many senses as we can in an entertaining but informative manner to ensure that participants has learned what they were told to expect to learn.

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Budget

Before anything else, first we must deal with the question of budget. Any successful event would not be possible without some form of budget. Also proper budget allocation is key because no matter how high the budget, if not properly or wisely dispensed would be useless. Php 10K or less in the event that we would have virtually zero budget, a good seminar would still be possible though very difficult. The most difficult part would be finding a speaker. We could present to the speaker that our seminar would be a very good opportunity to be known. That would ensure that at least s/he would try his best performance. Thus, I recommend finding people with high goals but have not been able to achieve it due to lack of fame. Php 10K would be my recommended absolute maximum that we would pay for the speaker if we have the budget. Anymore would be a waste of resources that we could use on other things. The hardware needed such as laptops and costumes would have to be provided by the class. The only things that we would absolutely need to have a budget for are, the pay for the venue, the printing of certificates, and the tarpaulin, and the rent for the projector. As much as possible use and reuse materials. The class could donate extra materials and as such, it is only a matter of creativity whether the materials would be put to good use. No light effects if there are none available that is free.

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 Php 10K to 20K considering the relative freedom of budget after those costs above have already been deducted, we should focus on improving the effects and design. We would now be able to afford more ambitious designs such as multiple tarpaulins in and outside of the hall. We could buy or rent several but cheap light fixtures such as black light, and LED light modulators to span the walls of the hall. We could now buy Neon cartolina for the use of some props. And also, if wished, uniform costumes.

Php 20K to 30K after all the priorities as stated above has been considered and allocated budget we would be able to explore other possibilities to enhance the program. I recommend adding lighting effects and enhanced sound through speaker balancing and additions. The optimizations of such would create the desired atmosphere. Also a fog maker could be added though it is highly optional (only to be used to enhance a lightning storm effect as the lights would provide the visual effect of rain). It would be highly recommended however to search and acquire a high quality projector, that has enough power to be installed at the back of the hall without the picture loosing focus. Php 30K to 40K after all of the above has been accomplished without incident (loss of money, wrong purchase, etc.) we could now consider possibilities in terms of enhancing the operation and the execution of the seminar. It is recommended to have a proper means of communication to ensure the smooth execution of the
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program. With a minimum of six (one for each of the two MCs, one for each of the two technicians, and one for each of the leaders of the two main groups, look for the Production Assignments section for information for these,) could have mobile phones that has the earphones with the microphone feature. They would be given budget for load for these phones. These phones would all be borrowed if needed, not bought. We could also now implement a raffle of which prizes would be given to lucky attendees as they are drawn from a pool of entries. We could also ask, and pay if needed, for professional help in executing effects or whatever needs maybe. Php 40K or above a 40K budget could be achieved if everyone in class would donate 1K each though it is highly NOT recommended as we could probably reach that amount through multiple sponsors. After everything discussed thus far has been carefully scrutinized and accomplished and yet, we still have money left then we could consider some enhancements (after deliberation) that would greatly beautify the program. One of which maybe renting one or two high quality cameras capable of live stream, and a projector for a mini-screen to be situated beside the main screen (this is where the footage from the cameras would be shown). These cameras would be used similar to concerts in which a close up of the stage would be possible in order for those at the back to see well. If there are two cameras then the other would be roaming around the hall, shooting at anything that maybe of interest (ex: students asking questions, etc.). Though the
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regulation for the use of the Claro M. Recto hall states that food is prohibited inside, I have observed multiple instances in which food had been distributed and such, we may also consider this possibility. And lastly, according to the regulations, the airconditioning system would only be turned on 30 minutes prior to the program, as I understand it. We may be able to find a way to have it turned on for the duration of the program, though it will probably involve more pay.

Acquisition Once a budget range is chosen from above, the acquisition of such a budget be would needed to be discussed. As much as possible if any of the needed materials could be otherwise acquired free, please do so. For example, there is no need to buy new paint or any colouring materials as it may be acquired free through unused paints and colours of classmates at home are even maybe from acquaintances. If it really cant be avoided to buy such stuff then the most minimum priced items could be bought since we do not expect to use any of these items frequently since we only need for them to last the seminar. By being as thrifty as possible we would be able to stretch our budget and spend on things that would really make a difference in making or breaking the seminar. Frequently it has been said that we have the option of acquiring sponsors for our budget though it may be more difficult done than said. I suggest searching and asking all viable contacts of companies that may be able to help us. We must first gather as much information on how many
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potential sponsors we can get. From there we may estimate the value that we would ask from them. The smaller the value asked, the better as it would increase the likelihood of it being approved. We may be able to find one company that would grant us all of our expenses, or 4-5 that would give smaller amounts. It all depends on who and how we ask. Thus, I suggest assigning this task to the most persuasive people in the class, able to get the best deals with the least of amount of liabilities. If in the event we would not be able to find any sponsors at all, everyone in the class would have to donate a range of 200 1000 pesos each, depending on the budget size chosen.

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Production Assignments

I believe that tasks should be given to those who would be able to do them the best. However, I also appreciate the virtue of distributing responsibilities so no one would be either over or under burdened. Though there will always be some people who would work harder than others, it does not mean that they would be able to contribute less for the success of the seminar. Picking officers is entirely up to you as the assignments I would give are task oriented, not organizational.

Technical Crew These people are in charge of all electrical hardware and software needed. Composed of at least two people, they would be picked based on the extent of technical knowledge they have from lights and sounds, to music and video editing. Production tasks Pre They would be in charge of taking, editing, or recording of any video, picture, or sound if needed. They would make sure and find the needed hardware and their maintenance. On They would oversee and coordinate the execution of lights and sounds and other controls that would be needed.
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Masters of Ceremony (MCs) Obviously these people would ensure the smooth flow of the seminar. However, they would not be reduced to just talking on the day of the seminar, but would also handle all of the paperwork needed, the constant contact of other parties that would be interested and/or is relevant to the seminar, the selling of the seminar to acquire participants, and all or most of the tasks that would involve public relations. Composed of two people (but helpers may be included) these persons should be picked based on effectiveness in public relations and management. Production tasks Pre as stated above, they would generally ensure that everyone that could help or should be present would BE present. On as per their title, they would conduct the program and be entertainment for guests.

Props and Design Staff These people would be responsible for making and/or acquiring any and all of the required props and/or costumes. They would also serve as assistance in any way if needed to the Technical Crew. Composed of 20+/people (about half of the class left after picking the Technical and the MC), they would be chosen for their inclination if they would rather chose creativity than other talents.

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Production tasks Pre as stated, would make and/or acquire the necessary props, plus help the Technical Crew when required. On would serve as Ushers as well as perform for the Pseudo Orchestra (to be discussed in the section of the same title).

Performance Team Those who would most prefer to either dance or sing would be included in this team. They would plan and practice their respective song or dance numbers for the seminar. The team will be composed of the rest of the students who did not become part of any on the previous teams. Production tasks Pre practice and prepare needed costumes for their song or dance numbers and provide assistance to the MCs if requested. On perform their numbers and also as additional Ushers.

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Program Proper

While waiting for the official start of the program, participants may be entertained by videos or music. I also have a collection of inspirational videos called Pass It On if so preferred. An announcer may periodically notify participants how many minutes are there remaining before the start of the program. I. II. III. IV. V. VI. VII. Doxology Philippine National Anthem Opening Class Presentation Opening Remarks Acknowledgement of Speaker/s Speaker Presentation I Intermission Number

VIII. Speaker Presentation II IX. X. XI. XII. Open Forum Presentation of Certificates Giving of Prizes (Optional) PUP Hymn

XIII. Closing Number

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I.

Doxology

This could also be presented by music video as above though my recommendation would be a video in conjunction with a live play by band of students. Any religious or semi-religious song can be used, though I recommend Indescribable by Chris Tomlin

II.

Philippine National Anthem

Could be accomplished by a music video or sung by someone. The music video could be any existing video or especially made.

III.

Opening Class Presentation

This to me is the most important part of the whole seminar with regards to our grades. This will be the introduction to the topic as well as set the mood and show how much time and effort we have given in preparation of the seminar. It would be the entertaining factor so people would tend to stay and expect more after they have seen it. It would dictate how many people would leave or stay in the duration of the seminar as well as give the best chance of a good review in the evaluation sheets. For a complete treatment of this, head for the Pseudo Orchestra topic heading.

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IV.

Opening Remarks Well theres really nothing to add here except maybe some introductory music while they go upstairs.

V.

Acknowledgement of Speaker/s

Same as V.

VI.

Speaker Presentation I

The speaker should be well informed on what our chosen topic would be. We may plan the seminar in conjunction with the speaker so s/he will know exactly what to expect and we will have the opportunity to improve the presentation or construction of the power point presentation.

VII.

Intermission Number

I recommend a dance number for this. I have pre-stated that the Performance Team could also act as Ushers. I have observed that, ushers tend to be just designs at the sides of the hall. I am confident with the intelligence of the potential participants, so they do not need any guidance regarding the seminar except for the seating at the start. My intention is to have the ushers, as they are distributed throughout the hall, would join and be part of the dance troupe. There would be a starting group, as usual, on the stage. I
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suggest the dance moves to be easy and catchy so when the ushers join, it would seem spontaneous. Also, it would strongly urge the participants to dance along even if no one told them to. When a chosen part of the song comes, the ushers would formally join the starting group. They could choose to remain in their positions along the hall or include it in the sequence that they will approach the centre aisle or the stage to join the others.

VIII. Speaker Presentation II

The same as VII.

IX.

Q and A Portion

Pieces of paper will be given at the start of the seminar with the instruction that it will be used for notes or asking questions to the speaker later. Rewards could be given to those who are brave enough to ask their own questions to the microphone.

X.

Presentation of Certificates

Good background music is all that is needed for this. The distribution of the participants certificates can be done in conjunction of that of the speakers.

XI.

Giving of Prizes (Optional)

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This is when the raffle will be drawn. Ping-Pong balls with print are to be distributed to classes to serve as their invitations. The balls would have the participants name and then collected at the entrance to the hall. The balls would then be put into a rotating drum and the drawn participant would be called to collect his/her prize. For a full treatment of this topic, go to the Raffle heading.

XII.

PUP Hymn

Similar to the above but I have ideas for this one, though not recommended because it is time consuming and may invoke bad feedback but it is very rewarding if executed properly. This could involve a music video in where, a camera, starting at the gate of the main entrance of PUP would enter at the start of the music. The lyrics of the song would then be shown by students holding Manila paper (or whatever piece of paper with a large font so it is easy to see) containing verses of the song. Then the camera would pan down to more verses on the road then so on and so forth. The verses would be presented in easy to read but unexpected places throughout the song. For a complete explanation, go to the Video Screenplay topic heading.

XIII. Closing Number

I want the class to be creative but if there are no prevailing ideas as to what they would want to do in the closing number, then I suggest this. As the majority of the class is female, I would expect
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that the performance team would also be composed of mostly, if not all, by females. A simple song would be Unwritten by Natasha Beddingfield. The only instruments that a live band would need are a beat box, and an acoustic guitar with an optional though unnecessary accompaniment of an electric organ. The voice range of the song is similar to that of the class. Of course there would be a lead and support singers and the rest can join in as a choir at the later part of the song.

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Hall Preparations

Depending on the budget size chosen, hall preparations may be extensive or simple. The PUP Guidelines for the use of the hall allows for rehearsals which, we must use to the fullest. I will assume that we have a reasonable budget size so I will state possibilities. These possibilities are just that, possibilities. It is up to you whether they should be executed or not. I have observed that some of the light fixtures in the hall are not functioning. Though most of the seminar proper would be executed in darkness, it may be advantageous to fix or replace the lights for dance sequences and such, and attach, if there are none, black lights at the stage skirt. I am not familiar how the speaker system in the hall is connected or operated, so we should have to check and familiarize ourselves with them. If we would be able to acquire a high powered projector, one that could project images without losing focus even though it would be situated at the back of the hall, we would have to have a raised platform where it will be put. If our budget allows, and we are able to acquire a live stream camera, we could set up a raised platform at the side of the hall (refer to Appendix A for the floor plan) It would also then require the raising of a white screen at the side of the stage so a secondary projector, that would show what the camera is seeing. All along the side wall of the hall, arrays of LEDs can be hung. These arrays are grids of wire onto which the LED lights will be attached. These will be constructed beforehand and made in such a way that it only takes a few minutes to hang it on a wall and attach its wiring.

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Refer to Props Construction for a full treatment. In terms of designing the hall, I can only suggest that you use, if possible, as much glow in the dark materials as much as possible covering most of the hall and use bright coloured materials for some of the stage props and designs so it will glow in the black light.

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Props Construction

I will discuss my suggested props and everything here after in terms of practicality like Cost, estimated time of construction/production (ETA), and Effort required, versus its benefits. Then after which, I will discuss how I think it should be made. A. LED fixtures

Practicality Cost I am not exactly sure it

how much

will cost but I have seen

these lights or more accurately Light Modulators used for design in Jeepneys so I assume that they would not cost very much, including the wiring and other materials I estimate that the cost to buy around 50 units of lights would be around 50-100 pesos, pessimistically though probably it will cost less. ETA If a grid would contain 50 units, the construction of one grid would probably take one person 30 minutes. I estimate that it
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would take the minimum of 10 grids for the desired effect to be appreciated but the more grids the better. I think I would be most satisfied if there would be 50 in all, thats 25 for each wall.

Effort Making the grids will be monotonous work. If given to men, I do not think it would require too much effort as three men could probably finish making 10-15 grids in a day. Benefits Considering the above, the benefits of constructing these, I think, will outweigh the cost and effort required. The lights would provide the atmosphere and expression of the sounds that would be played. The job of light modulators is to increase or decrease the intensity of its light depending on the music played. It only takes a little programing so that the lights would follow a particular sound of a song. Imagine great music playing while lights danced all around you! I am also planning of simulating rain drops using the lights. If there would be a fog maker available, the effect would be stunning. Construction LEDs are low cost lights which can be bought in separate units. If we are not able to acquire readymade light modulators (which is unlikely), see the k12 PDF attached near the end of this document for specific instructions on how to make one. We will probably need to adapt the k12 designs so that it could support around 50 LEDs which would be a grid. A grid could be made
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of strong wire mesh, or cartons with hooks on top. The LED units would be placed on the grids on long vertical columns which could be 3 16-unit columns (the other two could be placed one on each end) or 2 25-unit columns, etc.., depending on how big the individual lights are and/or how intense a light they could give off. Multiple grids could be done, and if we have enough time and we are feeling ambitious, we could wire the LEDs separately so they would react to a different pitch of music, OR if we could find someone with the technical knowhow, project images like a very large screen that would go along the music. There are companies selling full arrays of these but we need to compare which method would be more cost effective first before we consider buying readymade arrays. My method would be (if we cant find any help), to have the grids have separate jocks and exploit the 5.1 capabilities of a desktop computer. The grids would be divided into groups of 5 (a jock for each group) with equal distribution (meaning they would not be bunched together in the hall) and attached to the computer. If we are not able to bring a desktop computer then multiple MP3 players could be used. Each grid would have its own jock and MP3 player so the grids would be independent of each other. However, this would involve a tedious task of cutting and pasting sections of music (while still remaining in sync) so that a particular grid for example, would only react to the parts of the song that would involve percussion instruments and so on. The edited songs would be distributed to the MP3 players then each grid would be stationed and

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a synchronized queue used so that the MP3s would play their given edited songs at the same time. The jocks could also be extended to a central command point in which a few people can play the song on multiple devices. The colours of the lights should preferably be the same to avoid confusion except for the percussion specialized grids which, in my opinion, should be made red for added drama like the low tone of a beating heart would be given more life because of the colour. The general colour of the others would preferably be white or light blue as to not hurt the eyes and to accentuate special effects like rain and lightning. I suggest placing the percussion lights nearest the stage if not next to, or even bordering it (the best place I think would be to put in on the long vertical speakers facing diagonally on the sides of the stage) so it would be more noticeable (refer to Floor plan Additions for the diagram).

B. Gyroscope

Though not in any way an integral part of my plans, it would provide dynamism on the stage that could potentially get boring as the seminar goes on. Practicality

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 Cost The cost of constructing one that is about 5 feet tall depends largely on the materials used. It could range from wood, to iron, to plastic or even paper supported with wire or bamboo. The important thing is that it should move continually throughout the seminar through the use of motors, or strings, or magnets, or rubber bands. ETA a three man team may be able to finish it in a couple of days given the available materials. Effort it would probably require a large amount of effort as a lot of thing should be considered, like balance and maintaining movement.

Benefits The only benefit it would bring is that it is a mobile and dynamic stage design that does away with the boring Christmas lights and paper Mache structures. It moves and lasers can also be attached so that the beams dance around the hall. Construction I am not handy enough to dream up how to make such a complicated machine though I have some ideas.

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C. Orchestra Instruments

Cost not considering buying wholesale, one instrument piece would probably cost utmost 50 pesos to make. ETA making the whole ensemble would take about a week to make if most of the Props and Design team pitch in the work. Effort as it would only require cartons and some wood, construction shouldnt be too hard. Benefits
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These instruments would be used for the Pseudo Orchestra part of the seminar. They would be invaluable additions to make the seminar a success. Construction The instrument would be made of cartons, and wood struts for support. The cartons need only take the general shape of the instrument that it seeks to copy so it does not need much effort and precision to make. They would then be painted black and the corners would be either painted with or glued with bright coloured paper. This is for the black light so that people can see the instruments clearly without actually showing that they are not. The instruments to be made would be 10-15 violins, with bows, a grand piano, and a pair of maracas. If there is an instrument anyone hears in the music that is not already listed here, add it please. The extra bright coloured materials left over would then be used for making the costumes of the players. They would be similarly coloured with black clothes mostly, accentuated by brightly coloured masks or gloves and other additions to the clothing.

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Pseudo Orchestra Concept In this day and age where music is so easy to come by, and listened to in any part of the day, it surprises me that concerts still make a large impact on the music industry. It stumps me to think that people would pay hundreds to hear the songs that they could otherwise hear for free. No, this is not a research of this phenomenon but I only like to stress the significance of the concept. If not for seeing their favourite artists, people go to concerts not for the music, but for witnessing the talented, play their favourite songs right in front of their very eyes. It is akin to a miracle, in this day and age, where it can be hard to know what is real and what is fake; to see and to hear with your own senses how these works of art are made. To take advantage of this, I propose having a Pseudo Orchestra to play along with the music. Why not a pseudo band you ask? In my opinion, the genre of music that could capture emotions the best without the need of lyrics or prose but only through the pitch and hymns of its instruments is the classical genre. This however poses another problem. In my opinion, the generation gap between the classical era and today is too large that people can find classical music too slow and boring. So, as a compromise, I have found an emerging genre called trailer music, which is not too slow and yet captures the imagination and thus, the emotions of its listeners. Also called epic music (given by its listeners for the epic-like emotions and images that they experience during listening to them), trailer music are made by companies for sound tracks and trailers (hence the name) for Hollywood movies. One of the most successful of these companies is Two Steps From

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Hell (TSFH) which has made music used in movies like Lord of the Rings and Narnia. I have listened to most of their sound tracks and one of the best (based on my judgement) that we could use is a sound track called Promise by Thomas Bergesen, one of the founders of TSFH. This song needs no less that an orchestra to play. I know my classmates have limited talents with regards to musical instruments, which is why I propose that we use what I like to call, a pseudo orchestra. Execution The Pseudo Orchestra would involve people to act like they are playing real instruments in accordance with the music. This, if done successfully, would create the same impact on people as the concert phenomenon as I have stated before, without requiring too much effort. To make the deception, I propose that the orchestra would be seen through black light. The orchestra could wear bright coloured clothes like gloves or masks but not too much so that most of their clothing and thus, their movements, would be masked by darkness. They would be using instruments made of hard carton or cardboard that is painted black except for the edges which are painted bright colours. The orchestra would only need to practice up to the point where they could convince the audience that they themselves are producing the music, even though they are not. In addition so that he audience would not focus too much on the orchestra, a music video would be playing, depicting scenes in accordance to the emotions portrayed by the music (we will discuss this fully in a few moments) and also, the LED lights along the sides of the hall will dance to the music as well. If what I

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imagine is correct, the whole experience would be overwhelming, emotional, and powerful. Preparation The orchestra would be composed of 10-15 violinists, a pianist, drummer, pair of maracas, a guitar, and a conductor costume set. For the construction refer to Props Construction. The Orchestra needs only to practice enough so that the audience would be convinced that the music comes from them, and not from a pre-recording. The actions of the individual players need to be in sync with the music. It would help if they would learn a small amount about how to play their instruments and watch videos on how to mimic the proper movements. When this is done, the players would only have to synchronize their actions as of a real orchestra. My estimation of such practice would only take about 1-2 weeks.

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Video Screenplay A number of videos (mostly music videos) would have to be made to fully take advantage of the lights and sounds effects discussed before. All of these are optional of course but would be of great effect if made.

A. Trailer

I have seen at least 2 seminars where they have made a form of trailer that played before the seminar proper. Some served as advertisements for the companies that sponsored their seminars, while other were just title sequences. There is nothing wrong with their trailers ad at least one of them impressed me but I think they could have done more. Since this is a trailer then it is fitting that we use trailer music as I have discussed before. I recommend No Surrender by Serge Colbert of Fifth Floor Music. It is powerful and would build up excitement of what we have in store for them.

The first part would be a title sequence with intermittent scenes from the documentation that would be done, then a short sequence where the logos of the sponsors would be shown, and then more scenes from the documentation.

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B. Doxology

I have stated that this could be done with a live band accompanied by a music video. Since the video wouldnt really need any audio because of the band, then it would just be a montage. The song Indescribable is very descriptive so I dont really need to explain how the video will go. We only need to show scenes as close to what the song I saying as we can. The band would also need to be sure that they would play the song with the right timing so the video and they would remain in sync.

C. Opening Class Presentation

I have already stated the importance if this part of the seminar, so it only follows that this music video would require the most detail. However, it hinges on the fact that it needs to have the topic of the seminar to be about coaching. We have already met a speaker for this so at least that could come into consideration in favour of the topic.

My chosen music inspires wonderful emotions and scenes of wide grass fields and lovers always come to mind whenever it is heard. Thus, the quality of the motion picture taken for this should be of utmost importance so the video would not fall short of the wonderful music.

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In imagining the scenes I have been careful not to make the video as if to say You will learn a lot in this seminar. Though not a bad message, it puts pressure on the speaker. I hope to just stress the importance of knowing coaching and how it could help others.

I imagine the video composing of three storylines. These three have many parallels and the audience could easily understand what is happening in one and the others. I have chosen the sequences to be first, what I would call the Lover, involving a broken hearted man coached to not give up on love, second, is the Runner where a sad female aspirant has been coached by the runners coach, and finally, the worker where an unemployed man has been coached by his friend. They would come in that particular cycle during the video, changing every few seconds to stress the parallels of each story. I have made it so that each scene would more faithfully depict the emotions of the music that if only one storyline is used.

The start of the music is slow and very faint. In this sequence primarily dominated by first the piano and then the lead violin, we would show the Lover approaching a girl to give her a flower. The girl however doesnt take the flower and the man is shown to be saddened by looking down on the floor and accentuated with thunder and rain.

The scene transitions to the Runner, also looking down from the bleachers of a court onto runners practising their rounds. The runners coach notices the girl, and then starts to approach her.
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When the female lead of the song starts to sing, the scene will then transition to a man also approaching a down person (the Worker) on the side of the road. The man opts to ask what is the problem (I used the word opts because there will be no dialogue the whole video so the acting should be enough so audience could still surmise what is being said). The Worker then expresses his anger of not being able to find a job then sits down again.

The music would then now reach the point where the theme changes from gloom to encouragement, again starting with the piano, now in a higher pitch, then the violin accompanied by the main violin group. The Worker scene ends with the approaching friend putting his arm on the workers shoulder with slight taps, sending the message Its okay.

The scene then transitions back to the Lover who is now telling a friend his problems. The lead female singer of the music dominates at this point. The exchange between the friend and the Lover should be in sync with the female lead. There comes a point in this where the female lead sings a middle note then a high note. At this point, the video will show the friend pointing to a girl. As the Lover looks, she smiles, but the Lover shakes his head as if to say No, I cant to the friend. This will be in sync with the female lead now singing a lower note as if to send the same message. She then repeats the middle then high note sequence as before. Also as before, the friend will point again at the girl, and then when the Lover looks, she waves
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enthusiastically. The female lead will then sing notes of increasing pitch which would send a message of encouragement and the friend will also action the same message and then the Lover proceeds to stand and face the girl.

This is when the main body of the song will start to play, marked by a sudden increase in audio saturation. At this point the video will transition back to the Runner who has also started to stand and run, with the coach at the side holding a timer. The weather will rapidly transition from sunny, to rain, and then night to keep up with the increase of tempo in the music and also show that the runner had been practising for a long time. The scene ends with the coach observing that the runner is very tired and has stopped to sit and rest.

Then the scene transitions to the friend of the Worker who is now observing him seemingly very tired at a table full of books on what appears to be a library. As the friend approaches the Worker, the Worker stand up as if to say I quit. And then leaves. The friend is then left alone then he sat on a chair. The next scene transition would then show the Lovers friend also sitting. The Lover then approaches and sits on a chair opposite his friend looking sad and devastated. The friend smiles and then reaches to tap his shoulder.

However, before he is able to reach him, the scene transitions to the Runners coach reaching to tap the shoulder of a stranger. The
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coach is trying to gain a better view from the back of a crowd at the side of a racing track. The camera pans to show the crowd and the streamers in what appears to be a race finish line as the first of the runners passes through. The coach still looks for the Runner but cannot find her. As the last of the contestants approach, he spots the Runner at the back looking very tired. The camera closes up on her looking tired and on the verge of tears. She crosses the finish line when most of the crowd has already dispersed, and then kneels and cries. The camera is up close on the Runner then shows the coachs shoes step into view. As the music picks up, the Runner looks around confused to see that people are applauding her and the coach has reached his hand to help her up. Some of the other contestants also approach and gave her a hug as she stood. The Runner cried happy tears.

The scene then transitions to the Worker who has approached his friend also crying after another job interview failure. The friend hugs him for assurance and acts to encourage the Worker while they leave a business building. Then they seem to hear someone approaching and they look back to see a man with papers ask for the Workers and then acts while smiling as if to say He is hired!. The music picks up again at this point as the Worker celebrates and then runs outside the building to hug someone (it may be assumed that it is the Workers girlfriend. The scene ends with the friend looking on smiling.

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The scene transitions to the Lovers friend looking on as the Lover has a girl in his arms and walks away. The friend then notices a piece of paper on where the Lover has sat and opens it to reveal a very large written Thank You! The friend smiles the then turns when he heard something. It was someone crying. The friend sits down and smiles and the scene ends. The screen will then show a message (implying that it was spoken by the friend) What do you need? Then the screen will show the title of the seminar Coaching.

D. PUP Hymn

Since the PUP hymn will be shown near the end of the seminar, we can risk not doing anything creative about it. But, if so desired, we can make a music video if we have enough time and resources to do so.

My idea involves a moving camera that would go through the PUP campus as it pans to show the lyrics of the song on people, the road, the pylon, and so on.

My idea is that it would start at the gate as it opens. Then it will proceed to the Pylon and around it, then to the Dome, then up the Dome to the second floor, then to the side balcony overlooking the chapel.

Considering the speed that the song is sung, the camera would have to travel relatively fast and yet, smooth enough for the words
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placed anywhere to be easily read. I suggest hiring one of the Pedi cab for the travel from the gate, up to the Dome then a cart to the balcony. I am confident that my classmates would an endless supply of suggestions as to where the words could be placed so I would not elaborate any further.

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Raffle This is the most highly optional out of all my suggestions. It would however ensure that most, if not all of the participants would stay until the end of the seminar. It would involve the distribution through RTR ping pong balls with a glued printed design. The participants would then fill up their names on the balls which would be collected before entering the hall. They would also have name bands with their names given at the entrance. These bands would be needed at the draw to make sure that the participants are who they say they are. The name bands would be inspected for any sign of tampering to prevent participants switching name bands. The participants would have to approach the stage in person to claim their prizes. The draw itself would be accomplished by gathering all of the ping pong balls into a rotating drum and drawn randomly.

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Appendix A. Claro M. Recto Hall Floor Plan

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B. PUP Claro M. Recto Hall Guidelines

Guidelines on the Use of the Claro M. Recto Hall
Because of the physical limitations in the Claro M. Recto Hall, the University allows its use only for the following activities or purposes: Legitimate theatrical performances including a reasonable number of regular and/or technical rehearsals and/or activities of similar nature; Seminars, lectures, conferences and/or activities of similar nature; Programs and activities which are of academic, educational or cultural nature; Other officially sanctioned University and non-University activities.

Rules and Regulations The following rules and regulations shall govern the use of the Claro M. Recto Hall: Any sector/unit or recognized organization in the university is qualified to use the Claro M. Recto Hall and its facilities. Request for the use of the Claro M. Recto Hall can be made by accomplishing UCCA Form No. 04. thru the Theater Manager at the Recto Hall, The use of the Claro M. Recto Hall is governed by the following priorities: First Priority: University-sponsored cultural programs and activities, seminars, lectures or conferences, film showings, etc. Second Priority: Faculty and/or administrative-sponsored programs and activities; studentsponsored programs and activities. Reservation for the use of the Claro M. Recto Hall through the accomplishment of UCCA Form No. 04 must be done at least two (2) weeks before the actual schedule of activities and/or performances. Groups and organizations shall begin and end all their activities as scheduled. The Management shall notify the concerned group to terminate its activity to give it time to prepare the theater for the next days activity. Immediately after a regular activity and/or technical rehearsal, the University unit/group/organization which has used it must insure/ maintain the cleanliness, orderliness and safety of the Claro M. Recto Hall. Eating, smoking and littering are strictly prohibited inside the Claro M. Recto Hall. The Management prohibits the entry of inflammable materials like dried cogon grass, torches, gasoline, etc. to avoid possible fire/damage to University property.

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Construction jobs, such as hammering, nailing, sawing and painting of props, backdrops, and the like are not allowed inside the hall. All paraphernalia for play productions and other activities must be ready for quick installation and instant striking. Only the authorized personnel of the Claro M. Recto Hall are allowed to turn on the air conditioning units 30 minutes before the start of the scheduled activity. Students using the Claro M. Recto Hall must be accompanied by their respective teachers or official organization advisers throughout their scheduled activities. Claro M. Recto Hall shall promptly open at 8:00 am and close at 6:00 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays to serve all contracting parties. Wednesdays and Saturdays are scheduled for general cleaning, and other maintenance jobs. A contract shall be executed between the sponsoring entity and the UCCA to insure appropriate use of the Claro M. Recto Hall and proper observance of its rules and regulations. Any violation of these rules and regulations shall subject the contracting party to appropriate administrative and/or disciplinary action by the University Administration and/or the UCCA. For further inquiry, please visit the UCCA Office, West Wing, w105 or UCCA Extension Office, South Wing, S609, or see the Theater Managers Office of the Recto Hall during office hours.

Use of Facilities and Equipment Equipment needed must be specified in the request. Only the UCCA authorized technician is allowed to operate the equipment requested. No Claro M. Recto Hall facility or equipment shall be relocated or rearranged without written approval from the Claro M. Recto Hall manager. Loss or damage to any Claro M. Recto Hall facility or equipment during the performance or activity, as checked and verified by the Claro M. Recto Hall Manager, shall be the responsibility of the unit/group/ organization officially permitted to use the Hall.

Source: http://www.pup.edu.ph/StudentServices/ucca/cmrectohall.asp

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