Presenting on Camera: The Art of Communication

The art of communicating is an important asset, whether you’re in corporate, social media, or the artistic world. Domingas Person, a journalist, actor, and voice over artist, harnesses the power of presenting to communicate on camera in an engaging way. She has interviewed artists from all over the world and hosted live events including The Academy Awards, The GRAMMYs, and Golden Globes.

In this course, she teaches you the skills needed to present and record yourself on video naturally and professionally. Learn how to connect with an audience as Domingas guides you through authentic nonverbal communication and how to structure your speech. Look at lighting, framing, and visuals, as well as developing your personal brand. Use the power of video to communicate with the world.

Start the course by getting to know your teacher Domingas Person. She tells you about her path to becoming a journalist, reporter, actor, and voice over artist, inspired by her love of communicating and her family background in filmmaking. She also discusses those in the world of cinema that have influenced her.

Identify and explore what makes a good video. Look at the importance of connecting with your audience, and the power of visuals in your video. Domingas guides you through what you need to consider before your recording such as location, lighting, and framing. Then, discover what it takes to communicate well and convey the feeling you want to express.

Put what you’ve learned into practice and start recording the first takes of your video. Domingas begins by teaching you how to introduce yourself, and how to structure your script. She then guides you through creating the right flow, engaging viewers, and the skill of storytelling. Learn the value of nonverbal communication, including posture, eye contact, and gestures, before working on tone of voice and language.

Develop your brand by discovering what sets you apart from others and how to be authentically you. Practice introducing yourself in the style of a 30-second elevator pitch and learn how to leave a good impression in a short amount of time. End the course by making your final video, and hear Domingas´ advice on how and where to reach your audience.

Prepare and record a video business card about yourself, approximately one minute long.

This course is for anyone looking to communicate on camera in a natural and professional way.

No previous experience is required.

In terms of equipment, you will need a device to record a video on, such as a smartphone or iPad.