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Be comfortable in front of the camera<\/h1>\n

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As a founder, an entrepreneur or an executive, you are inevitably going to find yourself in a situation where you will have to present on camera. It could be anything from a business pitch, to a presentation or a digital demonstration. In this class you will learn how to act natural, have fun and be your best self on-camera.
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[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” background_animation=”none”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” background_animation=”none”][vc_column][vc_column_text]Be it for an interview, your YouTube or IGTV channel, a big presentation, your business pitch or just an important video call – as an entrepreneur today it’s impossible to avoid presenting yourself and your ideas in front of the camera.<\/span><\/p>\n

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In this Spot On Class, actress and acting coach Annelise Bianchini will show you how to get comfortable in front of the camera and deliver a relaxed and engaging performance. The lesson covers everything from the technical basics with tips for set and lighting, to controlling your body language, and getting into the right mindset.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” background_animation=”none”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” background_animation=”none”][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Body<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][vc_column_text]Focus on the goal and the body will take care of itself. <\/span>This is one of the biggest non-obstacles for people. We get in front of the camera and suddenly we can’t remember how to be a human. Like, how did I do that thing where I was breathing…? Take your attention off yourself and put it on developing a relationship with your audience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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No Eyefucking<\/strong><\/p>\n

The next time you are having a conversation pay attention to how much you are actually looking into the other person’s eyes and when. If you were to stare into your friends eyes while talking to them for 3 to 6 minutes straight would that be awkward? Yes. It’s the same with staring straight down the lens. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Optimize the best version of yourself<\/strong><\/p>\n

Don’t try to be someone else on camera. To us, it will look like we are watching someone trying to be someone else. Do whatever your genuine style is. Add passion, confidence, joy, (eagerness for) connection. If you are naturally a quiet and\/or introverted person, that is ok, you don’t need to be loud and off-the-walls excited. You can be confident <\/span>and<\/span><\/i> quiet, sometimes that’s even more powerful.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Shake Out<\/strong><\/p>\n

Between takes it can be good to stand up and do a little shake out, make a little noise, do something physically and vocally random or silly. Then find your seat again and take one of those good ol’ belly breaths and start again. This will loosen you up and get the blood flowing.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” background_animation=”none”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” background_animation=”none”][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Mind<\/h2>\n

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Do the meditation before you begin to calm your mind and focus your energy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Have a real imaginary conversation<\/strong><\/p>\n

Your body does not know the difference between what is real and what you imagine, this is one reason why acting works. What you are doing, in a sense, is acting \u2014 as in <\/span>taking action <\/span><\/i>\u2014 truthfully under imaginary circumstances. So imagine you are having a conversation with the camera. If that’s too far a stretch, place a teddy bear behind the camera and have a conversation with your teddy bear. 99% of us used to do this as kids, pretending to have real conversations with inanimate objects. You’ve done it before, you can do it again.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Surprise yourself! Keep it spontaneous\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sometimes it can help to go off script. Spontaneity is the opposite of self consciousness. You will often find gems of pure, genuine behavior that you can edit into the final piece because they will be an honest expression of who you are. Before you say your \u201cline\u201d it can help me to nod and say yeah, yes, to your \u201cscene partner\u201d to remind your body what it’s like to be having a conversation.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Present the picture<\/strong><\/p>\n

Remember, everything we see is part of the story you are telling. Rehearse in front of the camera, watch it back and adjust accordingly. Make sure you are sitting upright, with your shoulders back, looking engaged.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” background_animation=”none”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” text_align=”left” background_animation=”none” background_color=”#e5e5e5″][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Get ready for your on-camera performance<\/h4>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” text_align=”left” background_animation=”none” background_color=”#e5e5e5″][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Download the guided meditation<\/b><\/p>\n

For each Spot On Class, we provide learning material to memorize and practice what you have learned. Just leave us your email address and get access to the guided audio meditation.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][vc_single_image image=”1971″ img_size=”full” qode_css_animation=””][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]The audio meditation includes:<\/span><\/p>\n