Shooting for the best result: light, sound, framing
Better footage means a better edit. A few simple habits that multiply the quality of the result.
The video for this lesson is coming soon
Until then, the written guide on this page covers every step.
Read the written guide01Why raw footage matters02Light03Sound04Framing and distance
In this lesson you'll learn
- Using window light instead of overhead light
- Recording clean audio with a phone and a lavalier
- Framing that works for both 9:16 and 16:9
Written guide
The same lesson, step by step in writing — for when you can't watch.
Step 1: Face the light
Soft window light from the front or slightly to the side keeps skin natural and eyes alive. Avoid direct overhead light that casts shadows under the eyes.
Step 2: Record sound up close
A simple lavalier matters more than any camera. Record in a room with curtains and a rug so the voice doesn't echo.
Step 3: Shoot a little wider
Leave some room around the subject. The Vidico engine reframes intelligently for each format and needs that space.
