Teleprompters have revolutionized the way videos are produced, allowing talent to look directly into the camera lens while reading a script. However, many on-camera talent struggle to deliver a natural and confident performance while using a teleprompter. In this blog post, we'll provide tips to help you make the most of this tool and ensure that your on-camera performance is professional and engaging.
Front view of Teleprompter
What is an On-Camera Teleprompter?
An on-camera teleprompter is a device that displays the script in front of the camera lens, allowing talent to look directly at the camera while reading their lines. This provides a natural looking performance, speaking directly to the viewer, yet reading prepared copy.
Write the Script in Speaking Tone
The key to delivering a confident and natural performance using this tool is to start with a properly-written script. The script should be written as if you were speaking to someone, not writing an essay. This will help ensure that your performance is conversational and engaging. See this post for writing tips.
Teleprompter and Camera
Maybe Only Use Bullet Points
For those with a natural speaking ability, sometimes the teleprompter only needs bullet-points to keep the speaker on track. This can help simplify the process and reduce the need to rely heavily on the prompter.
Relax and Be Natural
It's important to not be transfixed on the lens, afraid of missing a word. To be natural, you should look away from the lens, as if you are thinking of a word or using hand gestures. This can help make the performance feel more authentic and engaging. However, the ability to do this will come down to the script, so be sure to practice reading the script out loud to ensure that it feels natural and comfortable. That brings up our next point:
Practice Reading Out Loud
Practice is crucial when it comes to using a teleprompter. You should practice reading the script out loud to get a feel for the flow and cadence you want in your final performance. This will also help train your brain where to place emphasis and pauses, and can help you identify any problem areas in the script that may need to be rewritten.
Use Emotion
Just because you’re reading doesn't mean that you should throw out emotion. You should still act out the emotion, tone, or attitude that a particular sentence is supposed to contain. This will help ensure that your performance feels true and authentic, and keep the viewer is engaged.
More tips is from a popular YouTube channel.
In conclusion, teleprompters are an essential tool for any video production company, but it takes practice and attention to detail to deliver a confident and natural performance. By following these tips, you can help ensure that your on-camera talent is professional, engaging, and that your videos are a success.
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