Formatting Credit

     Now that I have an idea of how I am going to present my credits, I just have to research about the order they go in. I am expecting it to be a similar order for every film but I also feel like there are some that are very different. The title might be the part of the credit scene that is most interchangeable. I have seen titles shown in the start, middle, or end. It also has to be based on how well it fits into the opening.

Notes on everything I have to include in the credits

    To format an opening credit sequence, it is typical to follow the order of starting with major roles like the director and main cast, followed by technical roles such as producers and crew members. Like mentioned in the previous blog post, the sequence should be visually engaging and setting the film's tone. It can also use elements that hint at the film’s plot. The credits can either be minimal or expansive, depending on the style of the film and genre. 

    I've decided to format it the most common way as that is what is usually found in coming-of-age movies:

1. Director
2. Major Actors
3. Producer
4. Writer
5. Cinematographer
6. Editor
7. Music By (If applicable)

    The title is still undecided until I figure out the whole plot of the opening. Also the shots and mise-en-scene as the title has to fit nicely with the vibe of the project.

StudioBinder. (n.d.). Where credit is due: Film credits order hierarchy (with free film credits template). StudioBinder. Retrieved February 9, 2025, from https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/where-credit-is-due-film-credits-order-hierarchy-with-free-film-credits-template/

StudioBinder. (n.d.). Movie opening credits: How to make a great title sequence. StudioBinder. Retrieved February 9, 2025, from https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/movie-opening-credits/