Recording Tips
By following the below recording tips, you can create high-quality videos while using your time and resources more efficiently. While being spontaneous can increase the tone of your videos and make it easier for others to join in, consulting the recording tips below can help you master the art of creating more professional looking self-videos. These videos are more likely to be reused long into the future. When produced thoughtfully and used appropriately, videos have the capacity to enhance online engagement in powerful ways such as grabbing stakeholder attention, increasing their motivation and self-reflection, and fostering interactions.
Lighting
- Choose a well-lit room, preferably with natural light and light coloured walls.
- Place lighting in front of you, behind and above your monitors.
- Avoid filming with bright sources of light behind you.
Camera Placement
- Position the camera at eye level.
- Ensure that the camera is stable and not shaky.
- Frame yourself in the center of the shot.
Audio Quality
- Avoid filming in a noisy environment.
- Speak clearly and loudly enough to be heard.
- Ensure that your best best microphone is in use.
Final Check
- Be conscious with any brand or icons visible on your cloth, or in the background.
- Collect your thoughts, practise your speech before filming to improve your confidence and delivery.
- If you have people nearby, let them know you are about to make a recording.
Recording
- Visualise who you are talking to and start with the most important fact to grab their attention.
- Maintain eye contact with the camera.
- Replay your video before submission to ensure your tech gear worked as expected.
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