Tips for Recording Your Demo

Are you interested in recording a demo for the dragons? Here are a few tips that might help you produce a top-notch video:

• list the tools needed
• list the glass used (COE) and the colors used
• provide a photo of the finished bead, (or whatever you’re demonstrating ) or show a previously made piece
• periodically show the progress made during the process – a close up of all sides
• tape a didymium lens to whatever you’re using to film your demo
• film a short practice demo to check visibility, sound, lighting etc.
• speak up and speak clearly, use a headset if you have one, and don’t forget to smile–we can hear it in your                voice
• film as close as possible to make sure your process is clearly visible
• make sure your hands (or head) don’t block the camera lens
• if you’re filming from overhead, place a marker on the table to keep the process in view of the camera lens at         all times
• have a drink handy in case you need a sip during filming
• decide if you’ll answer questions during or after your demo
• lay a towel on your table to eliminate the noise of replacing a tool
• mute your phone or iPad (whichever you’re not using to film) and silence the house phone while filming.

Share what problems you might have had and how you prevented or corrected them.