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How to ... Make an impact on camera
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Make an impact on camera Anne-Marie Tomchak is a journalist and filmmaker who spent over a decade broadcasting for the likes of the BBC before moving into senior roles in tech and fashion at Mashable, British Vogue and Glamour UK, respectively. Anne-Marie shares her top tips on how to make video calls work for you.
Choose the video conferencing tool that best suits your needs:
with Anne-Marie Tomchak
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mid all the uncertainty of 2020, one thing was for sure: people spent a lot more time on camera. As someone who has worked in many different presentation environments, I’m no stranger to being on screen. But like many others I found myself adapting to the ‘new normal’ with basic equipment at home. Just me, my laptop and my living room. Here are my tips for what to consider for that all-important video call or presentation.
The word Zoom entered the everyday lexicon in 2020 as droves of people flocked to the video conferencing tool while working and studying remotely. But remember that there are so many other options available. Think about the objectives of your presentation, bearing in mind the number of attendees, duration of the session, importance of security and ease of use, etc.
Avoid presentation software that relies on a live internet connection:
Unless it’s a critical element of your demo, using live slides can be unpredictable. Give clear instructions on how to join and ensure there is no ambiguity about timings.
D/srupt The magazine for innovators & entrepreneurs
Issue 3 / 2020–21
