ABSTRACT

This book is a concise guide written by two individuals who have been there—under the lights and in front of the camera. Its no-nonsense approach offers readers practical advice about on-camera performance, including key aspects of voice, movement, communication and appearance. It gives them a foundation for working in the studio, in the field and in front of an audience; it is ideal for media performers of any type, including those who work as reporters, company spokespersons, or community advocates.

Recommendations include how to properly position oneself for a shot, how to improve articulation, how to deal with stress and how to best perform online. "Try-It-Out" exercises help readers put what they have learned into practice and prepare to be on camera. Key terms are bolded in the chapters and are collected in a book-end Glossary for easy reference.

chapter 1|21 pages

Cue, You’re On

chapter 2|18 pages

The Material

chapter 3|24 pages

Appearance

chapter 4|26 pages

Voice

chapter 5|22 pages

Movement

chapter 6|14 pages

Succeeding as a Performer

chapter 7|32 pages

The Television Studio

chapter 8|22 pages

Specialized Performances

chapter 9|15 pages

Technology and Performance

chapter 10|17 pages

The Business