Follow these guidelines to make a successful two camera interview!


Environment
• Surroundings
• Size of the room or area
• Distracting elements in the background
• Backdrop
• Distracting audio noises
• Ambient light that could change

Outlets and Circuits
• Plug strips
• Extension Cords
• Tape down cords (no tripping)
​• Power adequate and close to production

Testing 1,2,3
• Picture test
• Sound check or test

Compose
• Head room
• View point and angle (tight, center, rule of thirds)
• Camera position, over the shoulder, just off camera, etc.
Floor Space
• Camera
• Crew
• Room to video

Mics
• Essential
• Hand held (stick) Cardiod
• Lapel - Omni Directional
• Shotgun - Hyper Cardiod

Lighting
• Key
• Fill
• Background - Edge

Subject
• Know your subject before filming
• Make they comfortable
• Do your research
• Pre ask some questions so they can think about answers