

Both the in-depth explanation and the more concise, upfront advice will follow the same format. Because many people may be looking for a short and sweet answer, I’ll deliver the TL DR version upfront. This article will contain some pretty in-depth advice. Or, if you are a broadcaster or podcaster, these are great tips for your guests, so that when they “Skype” in to your show, the quality is top-notch. Let me guide you in improving your professional image as your colleagues see you. My background is in the production of national TV shows and feature films. It’s possible to deliver good-looking video from home or – once we can start traveling – from a hotel room or conference room. Just because you can’t broadcast from a multi-million dollar studio doesn’t mean you should just forego quality from the outset. It’s no wonder that if the networks can’t do it right, your colleague on Zoom or Skype might be similarly challenged.

So many broadcasters have been relying on incredibly crappy webcam video for content, ala SNL’s stay-at-home broadcasts, numerous news shows, and late-night shows.
