How to be “On” When the Camera is On
Video skills are no longer a “nice to have” – every NAPFA registered advisor should be prepared to speak on camera or web video. It’s not just about you; it’s for the greater good.
By Marie Swift for NAPFA Advisor magazine (due date Sept 1, 2017) 1500 words or less requested [1107 words below + possible visuals to enhance the spread]
Imagine you are at a NAPFA conference or another industry event. An editor from one of the industry trade publications is there with a videographer hoping to interview a handful of CFP professionals. He invites you to answer a few questions about something you know fairly well – on camera (gulp). He gives you the option of coming
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You know this stuff, flat. Go walk around the block, think about the questions, put on some lipstick, and stop thinking only of yourself.”
Trust me, it gets easier the more you do it – and do it you must. Today’s digital world demands that we all embrace new forms of digital media, and video has been shown in studies to be shared twelve times more often on social media than simple text and links alone. Social media and the ability for everyday people to shoot low-cost videos has changed the playing field. Journalists and professional organizations are asking advisors to do webcam video interviews more and more. Bottom line: you need to master some basic camera skills and be ready to say yes when presented with the next opportunity.
CAMERA SKILLS 101
Whenever a video camera is turned on, people tend to do one of two things: they either light up or they clam-up. With today’s success of video marketing and the plethora of opportunities to get your message out by being interviewed, there are a few simple things you can do to ensure a more comfortable experience.
1. RELAX – Take a deep breath and remember that the interviewer is on your side and wants to assist you in getting your message out to the specified audience.
2. SMILE – Non-verbal cues assist a viewer in determining how they feel about what you are saying, so a natural smile will add a positive impression to your message.
3. BE NATURAL – Don’t let a piece of equipment change your personality or how you act on
As well as getting more people to volunteer to be in the video. Natalie was video taping and brought solo cups and a table. Cary was able to bring people to help out with the video. I was able to get empty alcohol bottles from my parents and older brother. Also I was able to get strobe lights and a black light to have the scene look like if it was an actual party. We all helped and made our ideas about the psa come to life. Natalie edited the video and Cary was able to film some parts as well with his phone. We all played a role in the psa as a bystander or the main character’s.
By observing us children learn how to interact with others, accomplish goals, and get along in the world. We are the examples, and what many do not realize is that our non-verbal messages and actions are stronger than our verbal ones. Non-verbal communication consists of expressions, tone of voice, eye contact, and actions. The way you listen, look, move, and react tells the other person whether or not you care, if you’re being truthful, and how well you’re listening. When your nonverbal signals match up with the words you’re saying, they increase trust, clarity, and rapport. When they don’t, they generate tension, mistrust, and confusion. There are many different types of nonverbal communication. Together, the following nonverbal signals and cues communicate your interest and investment in others.
Facial Expression: The facial expression such as happiness, sadness, anger and fear helps a lot in conveying a message. These facial expressions are similar all over the world but non- verbal communication and behaviour varies hugely between the cultures in the world.Since the look on a person’s face is noticed , before we hear ,facial expression contributes a lot in a successfully non-verbal communication .
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Video conferencing allows for companies to hold recruitment interviews with candidates from across the country or around the world.
Human Resource professionals can send out mass emails to current staff regarding changes in policies, insurance plans, and internal job opportunities. Without technology in general, communication in the business world would still be pretty much manual. Human Resource professionals can also send emails to those who are not employed with the company, or current applicants. The emails can contain information regarding documents needed in order to further the hiring process or information regarding setting up an interview. Speaking of interview, Human Resource professionals or upper level managers can hold interviews via a webcam. This gives the hiring company an advantage because, simply clicking a button, numerous candidates can submit their recorded video responses and the recruiting staff can easily access the responses. This reduces the time HR or recruiters need to invest in conducting the interview (Morgan, 2016). Video interviews are also beneficial to applicants who are working and cannot take time off to attend a physical interview. The applicant can record the video at any time (usually 24 to 48 hours from the time the email was sent).
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