Introduction to Section Two

Point and Shoot

Annette Danto and Mobina Hashmi

LOOKING through a camera and bringing things to life in new ways is empowering and magical. No longer do you need to be a passive spectator. Media creation and participation has never been more accessible.

Coming up with a concept or idea for a story is thrilling. But then, taking that idea and turning it into the nuts and bolts of production, a digital news story, or a new media presentation is another matter. Production, with its myriad demands, is generally nerve-wracking and often unpredictable.

Narrative feature film production is stressful, especially when it comes to day-to-day directing, cinematography, and coordination of actors and crew. Uncontrollable aspects ...

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