Cambridge International AS and A Level Information Technology Video Editing Guide

Overview of the Cambridge International AS and A Level Information Technology (Course Code: 9626 Variant 02)

  • This video focuses on a practical examination for AS students, tailored for the 2025 examination year.

  • Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • Total marks available: 90.

Important Instructions

  • Emphasis on carefully reading instructions before proceeding.

Review of Previous Tutorials

  • Recap of earlier topics, including:
      - Database concepts (specifically the conceptual Entity-Relationship Diagram (ERD))
      - Spreadsheet functions such as index and match for data extraction
      - Links to previous videos available in the description.

Introduction to Video Editing Assignment

  • Project Objective: Editing a video clip to showcase various dance styles, specifically the traditional Balinese dance.

  • Original media credits:
      - Video recorded by GBR O Video
      - Audio recorded by KMD Audio

Video Editing Software Used

  • Software: Windows Movie Maker

Steps for Editing the Video Clip

Starting the Project

  1. Open the specdance.mp4 file in Windows Movie Maker.

  2. Set aspect ratio to 16:9 for widescreen format.
       - Importance of maintaining the aspect ratio for different video exports.

Clip Trimming and Saving

  1. Trim the clip to ensure it plays for 7 seconds.
       - Utilize trim tools to set the accurate duration:
        - Add 0.03 seconds for precise trimming.

  2. Save the video clip as a .mp4 file with resolution 1024 x 576 pixels.
       - Check properties to confirm frame width and resolution.

  3. Naming convention when saving the file:
       - Format: Dance_Scenario_CenterNumber_CandidateNumber.mp4
       - Example: Dance_AN017_2025.mp4

Capturing Still Images

  1. Take a still image of the first frame:
       - Save in .png format, titled dance1.png.

  2. Take a still image of the last frame:
       - Save as dance3.png, also in .png format.

Creating Video Content

  1. Use previously saved still images to create the video clip.

  2. All text on screen must use a consistent sans-serif font (e.g., Arial).

  3. Edit and format title and subtitle text as per instructions, ensuring readability.
       - Title to be displayed at the top left corner.
       - Subtitle “traditional Balinese dance” to be added at the bottom right corner.

Video Sequence and Timing

  1. Set durations for all text and images:
       - Title displayed for 4 seconds, subtitle for 4 additional seconds.

  2. Insert a background image and music accordingly, ensuring proper timing with respect to the storyboard.
       - Audio clips combined with visuals at specified timings, such as adding audio at 15 seconds.

Adding Credits to the Video

  • At 39.2 seconds, a black background displaying credits should be created to acknowledge contributors to the video.

  • Must include the following information:
      - Video by GBR O Video
      - Audio by KMD Audio
      - Edited by [Your Name], Center Number, Candidate Number

  • Formatting requirements:
      - Landscape orientation for scrolling credits in sans-serif font.

Exporting the Final Project

  1. Export the completed video with the naming convention outlined earlier as .mp4.
       - Confirm saving according to specified requirements.

Final Checks

  • Ensure everything is aligned with the storyboard and play through the entire video.

  • Save the project under a designated name for future edits (e.g., PoundKit_Edit.kmv).

Conclusion

  • Encouragement to share the video and findings with classmates for collaborative learning.

  • Invitation for comments on the learned material and future video suggestions.