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With @skype and remote interviews the norm for the foreseeable on air, some further tips from us on how to avoid looking like this...
(If anybody would like to add tips please do)
#mediatraining
(If anybody would like to add tips please do)
#mediatraining
1) Keep your eyes on the camera
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Don’t be tempted to look at the image of the person you are talking to. Put a piece of paper over the monitor if you have to, but maintain eye contact with the camera (and therefore the viewer) at all times
Don’t be tempted to look at the image of the person you are talking to. Put a piece of paper over the monitor if you have to, but maintain eye contact with the camera (and therefore the viewer) at all times
2) Check the backdrop.
No children, no book-shelves, no greetings cards, no work white-boards with mobile numbers and team targets. Aim for a white wall, no distractions, and nothing that compromises your reputation. The below might feel like clever PR. I disagree
No children, no book-shelves, no greetings cards, no work white-boards with mobile numbers and team targets. Aim for a white wall, no distractions, and nothing that compromises your reputation. The below might feel like clever PR. I disagree
3) Don’t disconnect first.
Don’t race to hang up at the end of the interview as you may remain in shot for a number of seconds. Stay still and composed and let the producer disconnect first
Don’t race to hang up at the end of the interview as you may remain in shot for a number of seconds. Stay still and composed and let the producer disconnect first
4) Let the light in.
Whether it’s natural or artificial, get as much light into the room as possible.
Whether it’s natural or artificial, get as much light into the room as possible.
5) Get your posture right.
Laptops in particular aren’t conducive to a good posture. Put some books underneath the computer so that your eye line is level with the camera without having to stoop.
Laptops in particular aren’t conducive to a good posture. Put some books underneath the computer so that your eye line is level with the camera without having to stoop.
