Setup
- Find a quiet room with minimal echo.
- Review the script sent over by the Studio.
Equipment
- A smartphone to record a video, with the camera facing down, so we capture only the audio.
- Surface & Towel: Place the phone on a desk or table, ideally on a folded, dry, soft towel to dampen vibrations.
- Laptop to join the Teams/Zoom meeting.
During the Call
- Log into the Teams/Zoom meeting with the director (Joe & Miro) and [client].
- Quick test recording to check the sound.
- Recording: Follow the director’s cues and record. Multiple takes may be needed.
- Everyone else will be muted on the call so [VO person] can focus on the script.
After Recording
- Email the video directly to mission for review. (We can help with this step on the call)
Tips
- Keep the phone’s bottom end facing you while recording.
- Avoid touching or tapping the desk during recording.
What we need to know before recording is:
- What phone does [VO person] have,
- Does [VO person] have a laptop to join the meeting on,
- Does [VO person] use Teams or Zoom, and if using both, what is their preference.