This week involved learning brand new technology in workshop. I have never used a zoom recorder before, and was excited to learn how to learn about new and unfamiliar technology. We were paired off in groups, and were set to explore how to use it the recorder to create background noise by finding sound sources around the RMIT campus. We focused on a range of sounds, including the sound of a water fountain and the sound of cars on the road by the campus. Although it was relatively simple to use, I had some difficultly in recognising the appropriate levels for recording, in terms of recognising what was too loud or too quiet. However, I plan to borrow it for my project brief 3, as I like the idea of recording an interview for the documentary and then using the stock footage over it.
I hope that the next project brief allows me to become more familiar with the zoom recorder. I did enjoy using this device, but am uncomfortable with it, as I do not know how to properly monitor the levels of it.