This group project focused on creating a short video based on a given source, with the aim of communicating a clear and engaging message about air pollution as a global environmental issue. My responsibility was to produce the first one-minute segment, specifically the project background introduction. The goal of this section was to establish context, introduce the problem, and set the tone for the rest of the video. To achieve this, I structured the opening around a gradual narrative progression—from a global perspective to individual human experience.
Through this project, I realized that video editing is not just technical work, but a form of storytelling. Every shot, transition, and timing decision contributes to how the audience understands the message.
One key insight was the importance of visual metaphor. For example, starting with Earth from space helped communicate scale instantly, while ending with breathing emphasized vulnerability. This contrast strengthened the overall narrative without relying on excessive explanation.
I also learned that finding the right footage is as important as editing itself. Selecting clips that are consistent in tone, quality, and meaning significantly improves the final result.
