Notes: Do’s and Don’ts of Being on Camera
DO
Obey camera operator’s instructions
Use clear speech
Forget the camera is there
Focus on your visual target
Speak part, but not as if reading
Dress presentably
Use proper language
Sit/stand up straight
Be natural and comfortable
Follow the script; improvise on mistakes
DON’T
Suck your teeth
Chew gum
Roll your eyes
Use street talk
Act/play dumb
Eat/drink, unless in script
Laugh nervously
Show nervousness
Mumble
Use profanity
Place hands near mouth/face
Slump or slouch
Stutter/stumble on a mistake