For some, being in front of a camera can be a nerve-racking and uncomfortable experience – we understand that. Our goal is to put you at ease, help you perform your task, and, of course, make you look great while doing it!
So, here are some common things that can happen when you’re being interviewed before the cameras roll.
You may have prepared notes! Excellent, we encourage preparation beforehand. That-being-said, often we’ll ask you to put them down for a few reasons:
– The paper can be seen in the frame.
– Even if the paper is not seen, your arms will appear unnatural.
– Notes can be confusing. When we write something down, we are compelled to read it verbatim. Trained actor or not (I know I’m not!), this can lead to a significant time sink and negatively affect your performance overall.
– If you do have a scripted/prepared address we recommend using a teleprompter – it can be a life-saver!
(Click to Learn more about or Teleprompter)
Now you’re standing in front of the camera; lights are shining on you, and…nothing is happening, no one is calling action? Okay, this is usually our bad, but knowing few things can explain what the heck we’re doing back there…
First, our goal is to always make you look and sound great. Erecting a roaming video production is never an easy task, and it takes time. Our setup is usually well underway before you enter the picture (pun intended). But, to make you look terrific in the chosen location, we will need you in front of the camera. To you, this may feel like an eternity, but to us, it is indispensable time to adjust the important things!
-You’ll arrive and one of our team will fit you with a wireless mic and transmitter pack.
-Next, we’ll ask you to sit or stand in your interview location (commonly referred to it as your mark).
This is when the tweaking happens!
-We’ll ask you to count to ten (like a thousand times) this is an Audio Check.
-The lighting guy will be moving lights around.
-The camera guy will be adjusting things like camera height, frame, and exposure to suit you.
– A stylist may even apply a touch of makeup – for men too.
– We’ll also test Teleprompter speeds if you’re using one.
And finally, after what to you, may feel like an hour – usually 5 – 10 minutes…you’re tee’d up to look and sound your best! See…not so bad, right!? Knowing what to expect is one way we hope to make you feel at ease when producing your next video project!
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