Lesson 5: Interview on Camera (Optional) — Simple Setup + Clear Audio

Optional but powerful

Interviews can bring real voices into your story — but only if they’re safe, respectful, and clear.

Learning goals

By the end of this lesson, you can:

• Record a short interview clip safely
• Ask simple questions that bring meaning
• Set up your phone for better interview video + audio

Consent first (always)

Before recording, say clearly:

“Hi, I’m creating a student story video for learning. Is it okay if I record your video/voice and include it in my assignment?”

If they say yes:

• record them saying: “Yes, I agree.” (best)
  If they say no:
• respect it and don’t record

✅ Never record secretly.

Simple interview setup (no equipment)

Framing

• Medium shot (chest up)
• Subject slightly off-center
• Background simple

Light

• Face should face the light
• Avoid bright windows behind them

Audio

• Move closer (1–1.5 meters)
• Reduce background noise
• Ask them to speak clearly

Keep it short: 1–2 questions only

Use any of these:

• “What happened, in your words?”
• “Why is this important to you?”
• “What do you want people to understand?”
• “What gives you hope?”

✅ The best interview clips are 8–15 seconds.

Activity

Record one short interview clip (or skip if not possible).
If you record it, you’ll use it in your final sequence video.