Immersive Video Production PROJECT 1
Immersive Video Production
21/04/2025 - /2025 | Week 1 - Week 3
Huang jiaqi| 0373820Immersive Video Production| Bachelor of Design in Creative Media
Table of Content
1. Module Information 2. Lecture 3. Project 4. Feedback 5. Reflection
Module Information
LECTURE
Week 3 / 360 Video Storytelling
360 v.s. VR
360 v.s. Traditional Video
Project
Project 1
For this project, we will produce a 360° video experiment focusing on a topic of our choice, emphasising either storytelling or technical experimentation.
Idea: 《The Lonely and Happy Planet》This is a theme park made for one — a place with no noisy crowds, no waiting lines, and no one else around. Just you, and the quiet rhythm of your own heart. Within this 360° immersive space, loneliness is no longer something sorrowful, but a gentle form of freedom — a journey of introspection and emotional discovery.
Each ride in the park is a reflection of your feelings, a projection of memories, or the embodiment of a fleeting fantasy. Here, you are free to wander, to feel, to simply be — without judgment, without performance.
You are the only visitor on this planet, but also its creator and sovereign. This is The Lonely and Happy Planet — a solitary dreamscape where silence shines, and being alone feels like coming home.
This is a theme park made for one — a place with no noisy crowds, no waiting lines, and no one else around. Just you, and the quiet rhythm of your own heart. Within this 360° immersive space, loneliness is no longer something sorrowful, but a gentle form of freedom — a journey of introspection and emotional discovery.
Each ride in the park is a reflection of your feelings, a projection of memories, or the embodiment of a fleeting fantasy. Here, you are free to wander, to feel, to simply be — without judgment, without performance.
You are the only visitor on this planet, but also its creator and sovereign. This is The Lonely and Happy Planet — a solitary dreamscape where silence shines, and being alone feels like coming home.
🎬 Scenes, Timing & Locations
Location: Amusement park in the community
Theme atmosphere keywords: tranquility, childhood, fantasy, loneliness
When I first started using the 360° camera, I honestly had a pretty tough time. I didn’t really know how to use it properly — the battery died super fast, and the connection to my phone kept cutting off. It was quite frustrating at first. I tried filming for two days, but still couldn’t get all the scenes I had in mind.
In the end, I decided to change my plan a bit. Instead of stressing about capturing everything perfectly in one go, I filmed over two different days and now I’m planning to pick the best clips from both sessions and put them together into one final video. I think this actually worked out better in the end.
During Week 3, Mr. Martin showed us how to edit 360° footage using Premiere Pro. One thing I learned is that not all effects can be used on 360° videos — we’re limited to the ones under Effect > Video Effects > Immersive Video. It’s a bit restrictive, but I understand it’s because regular effects don’t work well in a 360° space.
Overall, it’s been a learning process, but I’m starting to get more comfortable with the camera and the editing workflow now.
fig 1.1 Source material
fig 1.2 Process
fig 1.3 Edit and rearrange
Additionally, we can use transitions under the effects to make the 360° video flow more smoothly. ( Effects > Video Transitions > Immersive Video )
fig 1.4 Video Transitions for 360 Video
fig 1.5 Process
Final Outcomefig 1.6 Final Outcome
The video captures the natural scenery and character activities of the park through a 360° perspective, creating an immersive viewing experience. The lens uses steady movement and natural light changes to make the audience feel as if they are on the scene and feel the tranquillity and beauty of the environment.
Location: Amusement park in the community
Theme atmosphere keywords: tranquility, childhood, fantasy, loneliness
When I first started using the 360° camera, I honestly had a pretty tough time. I didn’t really know how to use it properly — the battery died super fast, and the connection to my phone kept cutting off. It was quite frustrating at first. I tried filming for two days, but still couldn’t get all the scenes I had in mind.
In the end, I decided to change my plan a bit. Instead of stressing about capturing everything perfectly in one go, I filmed over two different days and now I’m planning to pick the best clips from both sessions and put them together into one final video. I think this actually worked out better in the end.
During Week 3, Mr. Martin showed us how to edit 360° footage using Premiere Pro. One thing I learned is that not all effects can be used on 360° videos — we’re limited to the ones under Effect > Video Effects > Immersive Video. It’s a bit restrictive, but I understand it’s because regular effects don’t work well in a 360° space.
Overall, it’s been a learning process, but I’m starting to get more comfortable with the camera and the editing workflow now.
Final Outcome
4. Feedback
During class discussions and after sharing references like the “Park 360°” video on YouTube, our lecturer provided several useful comments. He emphasized the importance of maintaining spatial consistency in 360° footage, and reminded us to avoid sudden camera movements, which can cause discomfort in immersive videos.
He also encouraged us to focus on creating an emotional experience, not just a technical showcase — especially in a concept like “The Lonely and Happy Planet,” where mood and atmosphere are key.
I was also reminded to consider how the viewer explores the space — since in 360°, the audience can look in any direction, I need to think about what details I want them to notice and how to gently guide their attention.
During class discussions and after sharing references like the “Park 360°” video on YouTube, our lecturer provided several useful comments. He emphasized the importance of maintaining spatial consistency in 360° footage, and reminded us to avoid sudden camera movements, which can cause discomfort in immersive videos.
He also encouraged us to focus on creating an emotional experience, not just a technical showcase — especially in a concept like “The Lonely and Happy Planet,” where mood and atmosphere are key.
I was also reminded to consider how the viewer explores the space — since in 360°, the audience can look in any direction, I need to think about what details I want them to notice and how to gently guide their attention.
5. Reflection
Watching the reference video made me realise how powerful simplicity can be in 360° storytelling. The creator didn’t use fancy effects or fast editing — instead, the calm pacing, environmental sounds, and immersive camera placement made the viewer feel like they were really there. This inspired me to slow down and focus more on the emotional rhythmof my video.
At first, I was too focused on capturing many scenes quickly, but I’ve now learned that even short clips can be impactful if planned thoughtfully. After struggling with camera setup, battery issues, and connection problems, I’ve gained a better understanding of how to manage 360° shoots in real-world locations.
Going forward, I’ll be more intentional with my camera positioning, lighting, and sound to support the feeling of “beautiful solitude” that I want my project to express. I want my audience to feel not just like observers, but like quiet wanderers in a personal dream world — where being alone isn’t empty, but full of emotion and imagination.
Watching the reference video made me realise how powerful simplicity can be in 360° storytelling. The creator didn’t use fancy effects or fast editing — instead, the calm pacing, environmental sounds, and immersive camera placement made the viewer feel like they were really there. This inspired me to slow down and focus more on the emotional rhythmof my video.
At first, I was too focused on capturing many scenes quickly, but I’ve now learned that even short clips can be impactful if planned thoughtfully. After struggling with camera setup, battery issues, and connection problems, I’ve gained a better understanding of how to manage 360° shoots in real-world locations.
Going forward, I’ll be more intentional with my camera positioning, lighting, and sound to support the feeling of “beautiful solitude” that I want my project to express. I want my audience to feel not just like observers, but like quiet wanderers in a personal dream world — where being alone isn’t empty, but full of emotion and imagination.
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