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LinkedIn Learning

Video Interview Production Techniques

via LinkedIn Learning

Overview

What goes into the making of a great video interview? Join David Pond, the director of photography on the LinkedIn Editorial team, as he steps through the entire production process.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Filming world-class interviews
  • What you should know
1. Choosing the Right Gear
  • Types of cameras
  • Sony a7 overview
  • How to set up audio
  • Anatomy of a lav mic
  • Basic camera settings
2. Setting Up the Location
  • Natural vs. artificial light
  • Exterior shooting
  • Interior shooting
  • Location scout
3. Setting Up the Interview
  • Subject framing
  • Audio setup
  • Where should you be as the interviewer?
  • Two people on camera
  • Hitting record
4. Shooting B-Roll
  • B-roll
  • Keeping the camera steady
5. Variations on a Theme
  • Interviewing off camera
  • Being on camera
  • Shooting on a smartphone
  • Shooting interviews at conferences
6. After the Interview
  • Backing up SD card
Conclusion
  • Next steps
  • Daniel Roth interview: Highlights
  • Daniel Roth interview: Complete

Taught by

David Pond

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