Get Better Videos with Better Lighting!
One of the most asked questions I get is about my hair and makeup!
BUT - if you want to know my #1 secret - BETTER LIGHTING! This post will give you excellent basic lighting tips for videos.
Bad lighting can undo the best hair day and make your look bad, no matter how good your makeup is.
It's not about "looking good". It's about Good Communication.
Keep in Mind for Your Videos:
✅ You don't have to be fancy. Simple Lighting is all you need.
✅ Inexpensive lighting is enough.
✅ Keep in mind these basic suggestions.
Goals of lighting
- To See You - For Good Communication, your face must be seen!
- To Look Good on Video
2 Types of Lighting & Simple Suggestions
- Man Made - Ring Light or Spot Light type lamp
- Natural - Sun Light Through a Window or Outdoors in the Shade
The set up for Basic Lighting Tips for Videos is shown in the image above. A light (the natural sun light or a light) should be directed at the face. The light source should not be behind the person or to the side of the person. That's it. Don't complicate it. The video gives great examples too!
The video shows the 2 types of lights that I like to use. The ring light that I purchased from Amazon is PERFECT for my office. But, when I travel, I don't bring it along (it's too big!). Usually, I can find a small "spot light" type lamp to use that will display light directly on my face.
Bad Lighting (See the Video for Examples)
1. Not enough lighting on your face
2. Light BEHIND you
3. Too much lighting (direct sunlight)
4. Uneven lighting
Watch the video for more basic lighting tips for videos. Included in the video are examples of bad lighting too. Some of the most common mistakes that are seen in videos are people sitting in front of a window with the window BEHIND the person. Another common mistake is not having ENOUGH lighting on your face. In both scenarios, the face can not be seen clearly which then hinders effective communication.
