Want to video a testimony on your next missions trip and only have a cell phone? Never fear — you can still produce a good video by following these tips.
1. Remember the key to good video is good audio. Find a spot that is quiet and free of background noise and get close to your subject to ensure that what he says can be easily heard and understood.
2. Make sure your subject is well-lit and not standing in front of a background brighter than he or she is. For instance, don’t place your subject in the shade with a brightly lit field behind him.
3. Hold your phone horizontally like a camera, not vertically like a cell phone. That way it will be ready for viewing on a computer or projector screen.
4. Frame up your subject well, with the eyes about a third of the way from the top, and be sure he is in focus. On many phones, this can be done by tapping on the spot on the screen you want to be in focus (which also sets your exposure).
5. Keep it steady. Use both hands and hold your elbows close to your body. Accessories are available online that will not only help with this but provide the option of using a tripod.
Good luck and happy shooting.
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