Moviemaking
Resources
- Moviemaking Class Preparation Page
- Moviemaking Workbook
- Scoutmaster Bucky's Merit Badge Advancement Quick Reference
- Scoutmaster Bucky's Acknowledgement Form
Moviemaking Requirements Current Scouts BSA requirements
as of March 8, 2025
as of March 8, 2025
1.
Discuss and demonstrate the proper elements of a good motion picture. In
your discussion, include visual storytelling, rhythm, the 180-axis rule,
camera movement, framing and composition of camera shots, and lens
selection.
2.
Do the following:
a.
In a three- or four-paragraph treatment, tell the story you plan to
produce, making sure that the treatment conveys a visual picture.
b.
Prepare a storyboard for your motion picture. (This can be done with
rough sketches and stick figures.)
c.
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.
Handheld shooting.
d.
Using motion picture shooting 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:
a.
With your parent or guardian's permission and your counselor's
approval, visit a film set or 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.
Find out about three career opportunities in moviemaking. Pick one and find
out about the education, training, and experience required for this
profession. Discuss this career with your counselor. Explain why this
profession might interest you.
