Conventions of typical music video
Usual conventions of music videos are that they are usually based around a narrative, therefore something that relates to the lyrics of the song. Many use imagery to generate the image and identity of the artist/band, their costumes and graphics become synonymous with them, these codes are all employed to perpetuate the artist/bands image. Costume, lighting, editing, mise-en-scene and setting all help to create this image of the artist.
Music videos usually contain fast editing which is made up of short shots playing in quick recession which are mostly used in sync with the music. The typical camera angle in a music video is a low angle shot and close-ups on the artists face which is there to clearly show the viewer who they are and connect with them, to make the video seem more real and personal.
Much more needed on this vital post- use of camera- tilting, dolly shots defocussing etc. This is important as you will keep relating back.
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