Lighting Techniques for Video Interviews

Introduction

• Shooting techniques for video interviews

1. The Importance of Great Lighting

• Professional vs. amateur lighting
• The top priority: Making your talent look good
• Get inspired by master painters and cinematographers

2. Picking the Right Location for the Interview

• Analyzing you location (the client walk-through)
• Working with clients and getting the best location space
• Maximizing a location on a budget
• How to be fast and efficient in your setup
• Using a space to your advantage
• When to pull the plug on location

3. Lighting Your Interview

• Keeping the talent comfortable
• Bounce light vs. direct light
• Silks and other soft light modifiers
• Making your LED panel look beautiful

4. DIY Approach that Still Looks Professional and Beautiful

• DIY diffusion materials
• DIY beauty dish
• DIY vanity light
• Foam core flags and cutters

Conclusion

• Next steps