Before you record
- Read all instructions twice (slate, file name, takes, accents).
- Memorize or be solid enough that eyes aren’t stuck on paper.
- Rehearse out loud at least three times with a timer.
Lighting & camera
- Soft key in front; avoid harsh overhead-only light.
- Camera at eye level; leave a little headroom.
- Neutral background; no busy patterns behind your face.
Sound
- Phone lav or external mic if possible; clap once to test levels.
- Turn off AC, fans, and notifications; close windows if traffic noise.
Performance
- Start “in the scene”—no long pre-roll dead air.
- Know your eyeline; don’t chase the reader around the frame.
- Keep props minimal; safety and speed matter.
Delivery
- Export in requested format; double-check file name.
- Watch once on another device before uploading.
- If notes allow a second take, make it meaningfully different.
