Interviews are challenging to get just right. You want to convey a very specific message, in the right light. The best way to ensure your message is presented clearly is to ensure the video is done well. Interview videos can be challenging because there are a lot of working components. However, with a few tips, you may minimize some of the background and get precisely what you need.
Get the Details Right First
The first step in the process of creating interview videos is to have a plan. You may not know what will be said, but you should have questions ready to go to lead the conversation. Dead air is perhaps the worst component of any interview. Define the purpose of the interview, write down plenty of questions (often interviewees will not offer long answers, requiring a lot of prep work on your part), and then consider any type of response the individual may give.
Choose the Right Venue
The setting for your interview needs to be well established. You want to ensure the environment is designed to allow for clear communication. You also want to consider factors such as the amount of light present, area distractions that may occur, and the comfort of those who will be in the interview. It is easiest to do videos in an actual studio, but that’s not often realistic. Choosing an outdoor venue is the most challenging. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to get started.
Setup with Confidence
Perhaps the most critical step in the process is to ensure that you have prepped all of the equipment and tested the method before getting started. This means arriving early, setting up all gear (or allowing a video production company to do all of the work for you), and then testing the entire process. Consider lighting, background noise, background visuals, and every other factor that can play a role. You also want to ensure there is a working mic that sounds well. Getting sound quality right can be challenging in any environment.
Create a Conversation
Asking question after question is the typical interview process, but not always the best one. Instead, try to work from questions into conversations. You want to be able to provide clear information to the viewer, but you also want to make it seem comfortable and relaxed. A conversation is easier to create in this manner.
Interview videos that need to convey specific messaging benefit from having a video production company to help. Even if you are doing the video yourself, give yourself time to plan and execute the entire process with precision. You will want to do some practice work to get the format and your confidence in front of a camera up.
