{"id":4120,"date":"2022-11-23T04:58:04","date_gmt":"2022-11-23T04:58:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aairforum.com.au\/2022\/?page_id=4120"},"modified":"2022-11-26T12:04:55","modified_gmt":"2022-11-26T12:04:55","slug":"speaker-preparation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aairforum.com.au\/2022\/speaker-preparation\/","title":{"rendered":"Speaker Preparation"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row 0=””][vc_column 0=””][vc_row_inner 0=””][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_btn title=”RECORD A ZOOM MEETING RECOMMENDED” uppercase=”yes” color=”om-accent-color-2″ size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.howtogeek.com%2F662780%2Fhow-to-record-a-zoom-meeting%2F||target:%20_blank|”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_btn title=”HOW TO RECORD USING PPT” uppercase=”yes” color=”om-accent-color-2″ size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fslidemodel.com%2Fhow-to-record-a-presentation-in-powerpoint%2F||target:%20_blank|”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_btn title=”HOW TO RECORD USING PANOPTO” uppercase=”yes” color=”om-accent-color-2″ size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.panopto.com%2Fblog%2Fthe-best-way-to-record-a-powerpoint-presentation%2F||target:%20_blank|”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner 0=””][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_btn title=”CREATE MP4 FROM KEYNOTE” uppercase=”yes” color=”om-accent-color-2″ size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fsmallbusiness.chron.com%2Frecording-slideshow-keynote-33813.html||target:%20_blank|”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_btn title=”CREATE MP4 FROM POWERPOINT” uppercase=”yes” color=”om-accent-color-2″ size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fsupport.microsoft.com%2Fen-us%2Foffice%2Fturn-your-presentation-into-a-video-c140551f-cb37-4818-b5d4-3e30815c3e83%23%3A~%3Atext%3Da%2520video%2520file-%2CAfter%2520you’ve%2520created%2520your%2520slides%2520and%2520recorded%2520any%2520timing%2C%253E%2520Export%2520%253E%2520Create%2520a%2520Video.||target:%20_blank|”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_btn title=”CREATE MP4 FROM PANOPTO” uppercase=”yes” color=”om-accent-color-2″ size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.panopto.com%2Frecord%2F%3Fcapture||target:%20_blank|”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text 0=””]Below are tips to make your pre-recorded video engaging and enjoyable.<\/p>\n

Please ensure you download your recording as MP4, <\/strong>render at 720p (1280\u00d7720) and not exceed 2Mbps.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

1) AUDIO<\/h4>\n

As counter-intuitive as it may sound, the single most important factor in a good video, is the audio quality. People will readily watch a shaky, grainy, amateur video with good sound, but force them to struggle to hear what\u2019s being said and they\u2019ll switch off in seconds. Make sure you test the microphone and ensure it is working correctly and picking up the sound clearly before recording.<\/p>\n

2) ELIMINATE AMBIENT NOISE<\/h4>\n

You want to find a quiet spot to do your recording. Close all the windows, ensure you are alone and ensure their are no reasons for interruption (a neighbor mowing or the postman delivering a package). You\u2019d be surprised how much environmental noise gets picked up.<\/p>\n

3) DON\u2019T OVERLY THINK ABOUT THE CAMERA<\/h4>\n

Despite the fact that people often get consumed by the type of camera to be used, this is actually one of the least problems you will have. Nowadays most (if not all) cameras are good, you are almost always guaranteed to get decent HD footage.\u00a0Any half-decent smartphone, or camera, now records nearly as well as the highest spec video recorders of yesteryear. However do be aware that if you use ZOOM to record your talk, the quality is capped at a lower resolution.<\/p>\n

4) LIGHTING<\/h4>\n

Do think about lighting as it is very important. Next to good audio, it\u2019s another one of those big technicalities that can have a big impact on the quality of your video. Ensure that they are no lights or windows behind you. They\u2019ll mess with the light levels on your video. Don\u2019t stand under your room spotlights. Go for bright, soft lighting coming from behind the camera to light up your face.<\/p>\n

5) BACKGROUND<\/h4>\n

White walls are boring. Have something innocuous but discernible in the background. Don\u2019t be afraid to show your natural environment e.g. bookcases, plants, painting \u2013 as long as they are not too distracting.<\/p>\n

6) CAMERA HEIGHT<\/h4>\n

Your frame should be slightly off centre, but the camera height can be dead centre.\u00a0Be careful of the angle though. The lens should either be directly level or be pointing ever so slightly downwards towards your face.<\/p>\n

7) ORIENTATION<\/h4>\n

Ensure you are recording in landscape, not in portrait. The reason for this is that the orientation of the online platforms is landscape, so if you use portrait there is going to be a lot of empty space and it is not going to look professional.<\/p>\n

8) PREPARATION<\/h4>\n

It is important that you plan out the presentation and keep in mind the time frame you have been assigned and how you wish to use it. Write yourself a script or use slides as a way to stay on topic to ensure you do not exceed your time limit and also keep the presentation engaging and on topic.<\/p>\n

9) ATTIRE<\/h4>\n

No need to over-worry about what you wear as long as you avoid some basic mistakes. Don\u2019t wear stripes or overly bold patterns (they look odd on camera). Don\u2019t wear clunky jewellery. Do try to match your appearance to the impression you want to project about yourself. Also be aware, if you wear glasses, if your lighting is reflecting in the glass and in to the camera.<\/p>\n

10) GOOD POSTURE<\/strong><\/h4>\n

What feels odd in person, looks good on camera. Sit or stand straight, even if it\u2019s uncomfortable. Don\u2019t hunch over, don\u2019t use odd angles.<\/p>\n

11) WHAT TO DO WITH YOUR HANDS<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Movement is fine, but too much is distracting.\u00a0Don\u2019t be afraid to\u00a0use hand gestures<\/a>\u00a0(studies show that complex thinkers use more hand gestures). Just don\u2019t over do it. The camera is a microscope remember. It amplifies everything.<\/p>\n

12) PRACTICE\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The other half of Preparation is Practice. There is no substitute for it. Once you have recorded your video, watch it back – what didn’t go to plan? How can you make improvements?[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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