Photo Shoot for Poster

Here's an example of a film poster to remind you of the layout and the items to include;

Notice that it goes from a big bold image that fills the poster and that there is a tag line - in this case across the top. The title of the film is very prominent for obvious reasons as are the names of the main actors - the USP. Note too that there is a lot of "blurb" at the bottom and that it indicates a release date. 

Here is a landscape poster. Notice that the ingredients are still similar. A striking image, the title of the film, a tag line. Notice also that there is the same sort of blurb. This time the USP is the director as well as the actors. The poster immediately suggests an urban type film. Remember people will most likely see the poster as they go past a bill board or bus stop so it needs to tell you everything quickly and efficiently. 

Remember! When you take the photos for the poster;

1. Use a good camera - with a good lens.

2. Make sure the mis en scene fits the film footage you have already taken -shoot the photos in the same locations

3. Make sure the continuity is good. That means that the actors wear the same clothes, have the same make up and fit what you have done in the film footage. Consistency is the key. 

4. Think about the lighting

5. Take lots of photos from many different angles so that you have lots of choice when editing.