Video & Sound Production - Final Project : Visual Effects Video

20.11.2025 - 28.12.2025 (Week 9 - Week 14)

Lim Jia Yu 0357873

Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Digital Marketing   l   Creative Media Design (Minor)

VSP60104 Video & Sound Production (sec 03)

Final Project (Visual Effects Video)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Instructions

2. Tasks

3. Final Project

4. Reflection

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Instructions

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Tasks

Task 1 

Three favourite Zach King's visual effects video

Visual effects video 1: The Magical Night Before Christmas

I like this video because the style feels like a Christmas fairy tale, with a mix of family warmth and magical wonder. The art direction uses detailed set design like decorated trees, fairy lights, cozy living room props that make the world feel festive and believable. The character design shows Zach as an ordinary guy experiencing magical surprises, which make it easy for viewers to relate to him. The visual effects are very polished: objects transform and move in ways that feel seamless, as if the magic naturally belongs in this holiday setting.  

Visual effects video 2: Zach King's Day Off 

This one caught my attention because of its playful style, which feels like a throwback to classic movies. The art direction uses everyday locations and props in a creative way, turning normal spaces into places where unexpected things can happen. The character design shows Zach as the fun, mischievous type, which matches the tone of the video. The visual effects are timed perfectly with his actions, making the illusions surprising but still natural. 

Visual effects video 3: How Zach King Gets Away with Doing Graffiti

I like this short because its style is quick, light, and clever. The art direction is minimal with just a wall and spray paint, but that simplicity makes the trick stand out even more. The character design shows Zach as a playful rule-breaker, which adds humor to the scene. The visual effects are subtle but smart, using editing and perspective to make something ordinary feel magical. 

Task 2 

VFX exercise

Figure 1.1.1 : Footage

Video 1.1.1 : Sample Video

Figure 1.1.2 : Jumping Composition

Video 1.1.2 : Outcome

Figure 1.1.3 : Flick Composition

Video 1.1.3 : Outcome

Video 1.1.4 : Final Outcome

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Final Project

Visual Effects Video

Pre-production

Step 1:

group formation

We are required to form groups of two to work on the final project.

Figure 2.1.1 : Group Formation

Step 2:

VFX tutorials

We were asked to find two to three VFX tutorials we like from any social media platform.

Figure 2.1.2 : VFX Tutorials

Step 3:

theme & synopsis

Think of a theme and synopsis that we want to help us have a clear guideline.

Figure 2.1.3 : Theme & Synopsis

Step 4:

storyboard

Based on the VFX tutorials we choose, we then need to create our own storyboard (for our 1-minute visual effects video) and incorporate two to three of the VFX techniques into our project. 

Figure 2.1.4 : Storyboard (1st Version)

Figure 2.1.5 : Storyboard (2nd Version)

Step 5:

story breakdown

Figure 2.1.6 : Story Breakdown

Step 6:

shot lists

Step 7:

video title

Create a title that fits our story.

Figure 2.1.7 : Video Title

Step 8:

music & visual references

Production

Step 1:

location selections

Step 2:

props preparation

Step 3:

behind the scenes

Post-production

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Final Visual Effects Video

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Submission Evidence

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Reflection

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