Nearly everyone owns a smartphone. Most smartphones have a great camera that allows you to make excellent photos and videos. Just find a quiet spot, prepare well and start shooting!

Tips:

• It cannot be emphasised too often that good preparation is key. People who read from a script from an autocue or teleprompter often succeed within two or three takes. Moreover, it ensures for a concise and well-structured video that covers everything.
• What to wear? Or what to avoid?
  • Blue grey and soft tones look nice in front of a camera.
  • Bright white or bright red, busy patterns, large white or black squares, narrow stripes or small dots, can complicate camera focus.
  • Avoid shiny, glittery or noisy jewellery, as these items can be very distracting for the viewer.
  • If you need to wear a microphone, it is good to wear clothes that make the attachment easy (button down shirt or blouse, jacket, tie).

For a complete guideline to create a video, visit the Step-by-step video creation page on VideUM.

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