Talking to camera and video messages
Introducing yourself on video, greeting colleagues or making a social media video is part of everyday life now, but talking to a camera feels strange to many people. This guide helps you prepare your message, film it on your phone and look relaxed.
You will need
- A smartphone or computer camera
- A tripod or a stable surface
- Good light, for example a window in front of you
- A clip-on microphone or the microphone on your headphones
Steps
Decide on one message
Write in one sentence what the viewer will get from the video. A short message of 30–90 seconds is the most likely to be watched to the end.
Make a short outline
Position the camera correctly
Sort out light and sound
Talk to one person
Start with energy
Film several takes
Add subtitles
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