2. Setup

Shooting An Interview − Creating the perfect shot

FP - Shooting an Interview - 2. Setup

Summary

  • First look where most of the light is coming from
  • Film with the direction of the light
  • Make sure there is plenty of space and depth behind the interviewee
  • Film from one corner of the room diagonally towards the opposite corner

Exercise

Create a similar setup in the room you are in right now. Make sure the interviewee is sitting down. Try multiple angles until you’ve found the best possible setup in the room.