You don't need a dedicated room. A two-metre corner and three smart purchases will transform your talking-head videos.
01Audio first
Viewers forgive soft images but not bad sound. A lavalier or a small shotgun mic close to your mouth is the single biggest upgrade.
02One key light, softened
Place a diffused LED panel 45° to one side, slightly above eye level. Add a white wall or foam board on the other side as fill.
03Depth in the background
Pull yourself away from the wall, add a practical lamp and a plant. Separation creates a premium look.
04Lock your settings
Manual exposure, manual white balance, manual focus on your eye line. Auto modes drift during a take and make edits look patchy.
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Written by
Daniel Reyes
Independent cinematographer and colourist who has shot short films, music videos and brand documentaries. Daniel leads our videography coverage.
