4. Background
When preparing for a professional video call, your background matters.
Too much clutter can be distracting for viewers. Before your call begins, take a critical look at what’s visible behind you and remove any extra items that may be distracting.
If you’ll be on video often, you may find it easier to create your own “set.” Arrange a table or desk with your camera or laptop at the correct height, with proper lighting behind the camera and a minimally decorated area (like a wall or bookcase) behind you.
Once you’re done, it will be easy to pop onto any video call looking gorgeous, calm and collected.
5. Take lots of photos.
Professional photographers take hundreds of photos during a shoot but only publish a few of those shots. So don’t be afraid to hit the shutter button 10 or 15 times to get one or two photos you’re happy with. You can always delete the extra photos afterwards.
Try out different poses, angles, lighting and expressions.
Many phone cameras also include filters that allow you to play with lighting or color. Have fun with it and experiment to get great results.