Year 1: U8 FMP evaluation guide.

LO4: Be able to evaluate a creative media report.

AC4.1: Critically evaluate a creative media project against the agreed requirements and
parameters.

Having completed your Year 1 Final Major Project practical work you are required to provide an
evaluation. You should answer the questions below, supporting your thoughts where you can with
evidence from your research/planning/production diary pages. You can screenshot images from these
using CMD+SHIFT+4, then sourcing the saved images from your desktop:

1. What was your intention for the FMP?

I intended to produce a 2-minute video that was able to seamlessly loop. The video was going
to be a slow-motion recording of sparks flying into the camera. I wanted to do this by using a
model rocket motor, I also wanted to see if putting different metals or compounds in would
alter the colour of the sparks. The themes I went with was Movement and Colour. I intended
to film using the slow motion camera the college has, I would buy my own model rocket
motor, I would then book a studio to be able to record the shots.

2. Why did you choose this?

I chose this because I wanted to do the FMP based upon things I enjoy such as aviation and
pyrotechnics. Specifically in aviation I find jet afterburners and rocket exhausts quite
fascinating.

3. Which technical/software skills were you confident in before starting the FMP?
I felt I was confident in using Photoshop, Animate, and Premier Pro. In Animate I produced a
Sun and Cloud animation. This used Tweens, In Premier Pro I edited together a shot film and
an advert. And in Photoshop I have made levitation photos
4. Which technical/software skills did you need to improve or learn during your FMP?
I needed to get more confident in using the Slow-motion camera.
5. What primary research did you undertake and how was this useful to your project?
I didn’t do any primary research as I didn’t feel I needed one as my project is a slow motion
video of sparks. The only part anyone could have input into would have been the colour of the
sparks.
6. What secondary research did you undertake and how was this useful to your project?
The secondary research I did was looking at influential artists such as Andy Warhol, Douglas
Gordon, and Bill Viola so that i could draw inspiration for my FMP. My other research included
colour theory, slow motion, time lapse, rocket motors, and learning on how to use the Slow
motion featue on my phone.
 7. Which technical/software skills have you used during your FMP?
I used Premier Pro to edit the video together. I used a slow-motion camera to record the
shots.
8. How did you use particular technical/software skills during your FMP?
I had to configure the detail of the camera to where the recording was HD at a high FPS.
9. How close did you stick to your original Statement of Aims idea?
I would say I stuck very close to it as the original idea was to have sparks heading into the
camera. I wanted to use a model rocket motor to achieve this but due to it taking too long in
the post I improvised and used fire instead.
10. If you changed your Statement of Aims – why did this happen?
I didn’t change anything as I was happy with my idea and didn’t encounter any problems that
caused me to radically change it.
11. What challenges did you face on your FMP?
I challenged myself to get better at the use of slow motion footage and camerawork.
I also challenged myself on using something that could be very dangerous if used improperly.
12. How did you meet any challenges on your FMP?
I met the challenges by Learning how to use the slow motion camera in college as well as the
slow motion camera feature on my phone.
I also used a dangerous item which was the aerosol flamethrower. I took the risks into
consideration and had emergency equipment like a first aid kit and a fire extinguisher on
hand. I also took into consideration of the potential of the can exploding so limited the bursts
of fire for no more than 5 seconds.
13. What problems did you face for your FMP? (This might include technical problems or issues
such as time management, for example)
One of the problems I faced was finding a suitable alternative to the model rocket motor idea
as the rockets would take too long in the mail.
Another problem was college slow motion camera. I have to cycle to and from college and
didn’t want to risk a several thousand-pound camera in the event i was in an accident.
14. How did you overcome any problems on your FMP?
I met the first challenge by using a can of aerosol and a lighter. Using that gave me similar
results to what I wanted and I was pleased with the results.
i met the 2nd challenge by using my phone camera instead as it is much cheaper and has the
same functionality. The camera worked great after i learned how to use it and the only issue i
had with it was that it only records up to 720p quality.
15. Which skills have you improved during your FMP? (Consider technical, communication,
personal, research skills)
A skill i have improved is researching topics and themes such as those i intended to use for
my FMP.
16. Which part or parts of the FMP did you feel worked well?
I think the final piece worked better than I expected as it still fit what I wanted and looks as
good as i can get it to look.
17. What might you do differently?
Next time I would plan earlier and manage my time better. Had I started earlier I would have
been able to use the rocket motors as they would have enough time to be shipped and
delivered. I’d also have more time to book rooms and equipment which would make the
quality of the video higher. The editing would be of a higher standard as I would have more
time to fine tune the video

You must also exhibit it for an audience and reflect on their feedback in a conclusion.

You should produce a survey with a sample size of at least 10 responses where you must gain
information to help you reflect upon their feedback and remember to get screen shots of your
audience responses as evidence). This could be based on questions such as:

1. What did the audience like about it?

2. What did they think you could improve?
3. Is the work clear and understandable?
4. How does it compare to professional work?
Your Survey link could be posted as a QR code on your section of the exhibition, social media
comment list or anything else you feel will help you reach your audience but the exhibition will be your
best chance of getting the required numbers so make sure you have prepared for this.

Remember, the difference between Pass, Merit and Distinction in an evaluation is often as simple as
(a) stating something (b) saying why and (c) proving it.

Good luck!