{"id":185,"date":"2024-06-14T16:21:56","date_gmt":"2024-06-14T16:21:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/?p=185"},"modified":"2025-07-08T15:02:41","modified_gmt":"2025-07-08T15:02:41","slug":"8-tips-to-film-a-self-interview-on-a-smartphone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/8-tips-to-film-a-self-interview-on-a-smartphone\/","title":{"rendered":"8 tips to film a self interview on a smartphone"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"719\" height=\"378\" src=\"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_db268cf69acc4c37b8faaf05004b7e11mv2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_db268cf69acc4c37b8faaf05004b7e11mv2.webp 719w, https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_db268cf69acc4c37b8faaf05004b7e11mv2-480x252.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 719px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-9r4if\">We talk an awful lot about mobile cinema here at the Dublin Smartphone Film Fest<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-5qnsn\">vial . Having a mobile phone and the skills to create <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/post\/5-tips-for-creating-cinematic-video-on-a-mobile-device\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u>cinematic video<\/u><\/a> can go along in other aspects of your life. Getting a job can be tough. It is a crowded, competitive landscape. Your mobile video skills could give you an edge. Filming an interview on a smartphone can be a great option, especially if you&#8217;re on a budget or need to be mobile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-8jmb9\">Here are some tips to help you make the most of your smartphone camera and get the best results:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"viewer-khfr\">Use a tripod:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-43pdq\">Keeping your phone steady is important for a good quality video. A <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.creativebloq.com\/buying-guides\/best-smartphone-tripods\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u>tripod<\/u><\/a> can help you to stabilize your phone and make it easier to film the interview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"925\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_fc4f33f17d5949e4b2f4ce17fc93dd51mv2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-187\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_fc4f33f17d5949e4b2f4ce17fc93dd51mv2.webp 925w, https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_fc4f33f17d5949e4b2f4ce17fc93dd51mv2-480x270.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 925px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"viewer-eaao3\">Use a microphone:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-6sckq\">The built-in microphone on a smartphone can be good enough for casual<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-aqprr\">use, but for an interview, its better to use an <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/best-mobile-microphones-for-recording-with-a-phone-154536629.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAACfJOZBKa6HJqBpeFP1J9FTigWECoGre_Dh4b5foadZj7ZDBrO_ZILZ1AgQNsnugIKezIO-NiBXBHsNSndHKQx1NuAoUA9w2MW9RUTH6iOnFTH1O5o-Bq9sMbXjw7yrsOEB8eWQ8yhchN7Z0qGzjnBsQpfTglaoRIlvrviUUArJS\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u>external microphone<\/u><\/a>. If you are a budding documentary filmmaker you might have a lavalier laying around. You can use a lavalier microphone that clips to the interviewees clothing or a directional microphone that attaches to your phone to pick up sound from a specific direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"925\" height=\"793\" src=\"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_1ccda74d81634a8a8bf7df44deff8137mv2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_1ccda74d81634a8a8bf7df44deff8137mv2.webp 925w, https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_1ccda74d81634a8a8bf7df44deff8137mv2-480x412.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 925px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"viewer-dl3v3\">Choose a good location:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-da0ca\">Much like low budget filmmaking, production value can go a long way here. Look for a quiet location with good lighting. Try to avoid busy or noisy areas, as these can distract from the interview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"925\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_f9f6ba26c36842fa9ccba96878a65225mv2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_f9f6ba26c36842fa9ccba96878a65225mv2.webp 925w, https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_f9f6ba26c36842fa9ccba96878a65225mv2-480x270.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 925px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"viewer-7qu0e\">Frame your shot:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-an0gn\">Make sure you frame the shot properly so that the interviewee is centred<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-er03m\">and in focus. Avoid using the zoom function on your phone, as this can decrease the quality of the video. Although a creative at heart maybe avoid some more experimental angles for these video&#8217;s. Your potential employer may enjoy a break from the norm but it can also backfire. So maybe no Dutch angles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"925\" height=\"398\" src=\"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_7c9f40385be24a8cb2a4d7732ab42761mv2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_7c9f40385be24a8cb2a4d7732ab42761mv2.webp 925w, https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_7c9f40385be24a8cb2a4d7732ab42761mv2-480x207.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 925px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"viewer-adt6p\">Be mindful of the background:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-3t6q2\">Pay attention to what is in the background of your shot. You want to choose a location that is visually appealing and not distracting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"925\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_32eefe181d2f4c4f868bc3838aa7dbc9mv2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-191\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_32eefe181d2f4c4f868bc3838aa7dbc9mv2.webp 925w, https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/a01716_32eefe181d2f4c4f868bc3838aa7dbc9mv2-480x270.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 925px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"viewer-38ab8\">Control exposure and focus:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-4gcar\">Most smartphones allow you to adjust the exposure and focus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-1gmiq\">of the camera by tapping on the screen. Make sure to focus on the interviewees face, and adjust the exposure to get the right amount of light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"viewer-4po85\">Shoot B-roll:<strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-c51hd\">To make your video more interesting, try to capture B-roll footage of the<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-b64nv\">interviewee&#8217;s surroundings or the topic of discussion. This will help add context to the interview and make the video more visually appealing. Again keep it simple, maybe avoid epic drone shots and stick to footage that helps reinforce what you are saying<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"925\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/8b2c4a000d244484bf6c59e26353460a.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/8b2c4a000d244484bf6c59e26353460a.webp 925w, https:\/\/dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/8b2c4a000d244484bf6c59e26353460a-480x347.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 925px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"viewer-a92v5\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"viewer-99nmj\">Edit your footage:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-4f842\">Once you have finished filming, edit your footage to create a cohesive,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-d1a17\">engaging video. You can use <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.capcut.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u>editing software<\/u><\/a> or apps to add transitions, titles, and other effects to your video. Again has a filmmaker you might need to fight the urge to <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com\/post\/colour-grading-mobile-video-footage-dublin-smartphone-film-festival\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u>grade your footage<\/u><\/a> or add in complex edits. Keep it simple, you are selling yourself not your video skills (unless that&#8217;s the job you are going for).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"viewer-6d7hs\">. By following the tips outlined in this blog, you can ensure that your interview comes out looking and sounding professional. Remember to choose a quiet and well-lit location, prepare your questions beforehand, and practice speaking clearly and confidently. Additionally, consider using a tripod, a high-quality microphone, and other recording equipment to enhance the overall quality of your video. Finally, don&#8217;t be afraid to experiment and have fun with your self-interview. With some practice and perseverance, you can create a compelling interview that showcases your personality and expertise.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We talk an awful lot about mobile cinema here at the Dublin Smartphone Film Fest vial . Having a mobile phone and the skills to create cinematic video can go along in other aspects of your life. Getting a job can be tough. It is a crowded, competitive landscape. 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