Interviewing Notes - 5.29.13

1.  What is a "Run and Gun" interview? When can we use a "Run and Gun" interview?
Quick, unplanned, informal interview that is usually just one or two questions.

2.  What is the first thing you should do BEFORE starting off for the interview?
Test equipment and check that you have everything (including extras).

3.  Why do you think we should ask for permission?
It's polite and people could sue you if you don't get permission for something.

4.  Why should we always ask the interviewee to state and spell their names?
So you can get the correct spelling for the lower thirds image, and the phonetic way of saying their name.

5.  Where should we place the microphone?
Pointing up towards the interviewees mouth; handheld mic at about the elbows; "hang loose".

6.  Should we hand the mic to the interviewee?
No because they will hold it too close or too far from their mouth.

7.  The photographer is responsible for the sound levels.  What are two things the photographer should be aware of?
Sound meters (not in the red or not too low); background noise.

8.  COMPOSITION:  How we should frame our interview shot:

a.  Eyes on ___third__
b.  2 Eyes One ____ear___
c.  Camera should be even with subject?
d.  Talking space or __nose__ Room


BACKGROUNDS:

9. Avoid shooting in front of  __windows___.


10.  Why should we keep signs out of the background?
They can be very distracting.

11.  If we were doing an interview about the high cost of parking at EVHS where would a good place to interview be?
In the parking lot or in front of the school office where you purchase the parking permits.

12.  What is a demonstration interview and what are the benefits?
 An interview that allows the interviewee to do something while they're being interviewed, this allows them to forget about the microphone and camera and talk comfortably with the interviewer.