CTEv25 • Argue with Yourself, Literally • Category: Portfolio
Project Introduction
Ever wanted to win an argument with yourself? Here’s your chance. In this project, you’ll create a short, 1–3 minute video where you play both sides of a debate. Using a greenscreen, you’ll film two separate versions of you—each playing a distinct character—going head-to-head in a ridiculous, serious, or completely nonsensical argument. You’ll also drop in a custom background that matches your scene and mood. Whether you want to debate “Which is superior: tacos or pizza?” or “Why pineapple on pizza is culinary genius vs. an unforgivable crime,” this is your moment to unleash your inner Ryan George. Very funny stuff.
Creative & Technical Focus
The magic here is in the split personality performance. Your goal is to create two completely believable versions of yourself that feel like two different people. This isn’t just about putting a filter on one clip and calling it a day—it’s about committing to different voices, gestures, attitudes, and maybe even props or costumes. The humor (or drama, if you’re into that) comes from how the characters interact and clash. Technically, you’ll need to nail your greenscreen work so the illusion sells—no floating green halos or mismatched lighting. Creative editing, pacing, and well-placed reaction shots will make it feel like the conversation is really happening in one space.
Project Requirements
You must submit all of the following (or risk being banished to the streaming void):
- Length – Final video should run between 1 and 3 minutes.
- Dual Performances – Film both characters separately using the same camera framing so they can be composited together later.
- Greenscreen Usage – Use the classroom greenscreen to shoot each performance, making sure lighting is even and shadows are minimized.
- Background Replacement – Replace the green background with an image or video that matches the tone and location of your scene.
- Clean Keying – Ensure no green edges, color spill, or mismatched lighting when compositing the two shots.
- Character Distinction – Make each character clearly different through acting, voice, gestures, and optional costumes or props.
- Eyeline Matching – Make sure the characters appear to be looking at and responding to each other naturally.
- Editing – Use Premiere Pro to composite, time, and cut the dialogue so it flows like a real conversation.
- Audio Quality – Dialogue for each character must be clear, balanced, and free of distracting background noise.
- Export & Portfolio – Export as a 1080p MP4, embed it on your WordPress portfolio, and include a short write-up explaining your concept and process.
Project Grading Rubric
Here is how your project will be graded.
| Criteria | Description | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Greenscreen Quality | Clean keying, no visible green edges, well-matched lighting | +5% |
| Background Integration | Background matches scene tone and is believable | +5% |
| Audio Quality | Clear and balanced dialogue for both characters | +5% |
| Character Distinction | Clear differences in personality, voice, and style between the two characters | +5% |
| Portfolio Presentation | Proper embedding, descriptive write-up, and polished post | +5% |
| Total (possible) | 25% Extra Credit |
OCP & Standard Alignments
17.01 – Demonstrate knowledge of non-linear editing software, because you’ll be using Premiere Pro to composite multiple character shots into one scene.
17.02 – Identify components of non-linear video editing equipment, because using greenscreen setups, cameras, and lighting requires understanding how all gear works together.
17.05 – Plan, create, edit, and present a short non-linear movie, because this project involves scripting, shooting, editing, and outputting a complete finished product.
17.06 – Identify broad range of roles for time-based media production, because you’ll be acting as the performer, director, camera operator, and editor all in one.
17.07 – Demonstrate proficiency using all media to create a promotional campaign, because you’ll combine performance, video, audio, and background imagery for a cohesive result.
17.08 – Apply job readiness, career planning and job seeking skills to meet personal and professional goals, because producing professional-level composites and comedic timing is a valuable skill in creative industries.
Digital Media & Multimedia Design 