TIPS FOR RECORDING YOURSELF
Today’s world is all about connecting. Nowadays we have the ability to share our ideas and views with the world….. by a click of a button. Social Media is almost like we have our own TV Station, where we can broadcast as an hour of the day.
More and more businesses and brands are jumping on channels like YouTube, Tik tock and instagram to grow their businesses.
With that being said, if you want to grow your brand….. recording yourself is no longer a luxury.
Its vital.
Fact is, video is dominating the internet. And if you want to stand out in your field, you need to put yourself out there and share your expertise.
Most Brands struggle with this because they don’t want to put subpar content out there and look unprofessional.
Dont worry you’re in good hands.
In this article we will discuss why you should record yourself, what you’ll need to get started as well as 5 tips to recording an amazing video of yourself.
If you don’t have the budget to hire an amazing video team, there are still many ways to record yourself to get the ball rolling and hone your skills. If you are a creative entrepreneur or business owner, there is no better and cost effective way to communicate to the world your message than recording videos of yourself and posting them online.
Here are the basics that you will need to record yourself (and make it look professional)
- A video recording device
- A audio recorder or microphone
- A tripod
- A message to share
- A location to record
CHOOSING A VIDEO RECORDING DEVICE:
The first step in recording yourself is to get a recording device. If you have a little budget you may want to start with your phone. This is where most people start. The video from your phones is very high quality.
If you are seeking a more polished look, you can buy a DSLR or cinema camera.
RECORDING AUDIO
One thing that is commonly overlooked is audio quality. If you’re recording on your phone or DSLR there are usually built in audio mics. However if you want better quality you’ll need to get a mic closer to you to get better quality. A lavalier mic or shotgun mic will deliver better quality. If you are seeking a more professional polished video, we recommend using these options over a built in mic. See our Beginners guide to filmmaking mics for more info on this topic
A TRIPOD
A tripod is essential to frame up your desired composition for your video. Keeping your camera static will help keep viewers focused on your message and not strange camera movements.
A MESSAGE TO SHARE
Before pressing the record button make sure you have memorized the bullet points of your message. On this blog you will find many wants to structure your message so that it is clear and has a satisfying meaning to your audience.
A LOCATION TO RECORD
When recording yourself it’s important to think about your location. Try to pick an area that has an interesting background but not too busy. If you have things in the background far away from you it will create depth and make you feel more 3 dimensional on the screen. This will make you “pop” off the background.
Other things to consider:
- Get a place with good lighting
- Practice your dialogue before hand , make a bullet point list and memorize it
- Be yourself and be natural.
Conclusion:
If you are a business owner or creative entrepreneur trying to build your brand, recording yourself can help you grow your network and customer base tremendously. Today there are so many opportunities and ways to connect just by putting out video content.
If you have any questions or are looking to hire a video team contact us today.
