[VIDEO] How to Look Good on Zoom (Or Any Virtual Meeting) - Part 1
Video pro and content marketing expert Melissa Hollingsworth shares easy Zoom lighting how-tos.
In addition to workshops and coaching my clients over Zoom, I’m often asked questions about how to look good when presenting online.
“How do I get the glare off my glasses?”
“My ring light is so bright! How can I turn down the intensity?”
“How come I’m so shadowy? How do I fix it?”
“I have all the lights on behind me - why is my image so dark?”
Fortunately, I know someone who’s a pro at this stuff. Meet Melissa Hollingsworth of Worthwhile Media. Melissa brings years of experience in film production to the table, and with her help, I was able to up my Zoom appearance game! (Melissa’s also the person who shot the fab photos you see on this website.)
Bonus: Melissa used 2 cameras so we could see her entire Zoom set up. And yes, there’s a hack for those of you who wear glasses.
In Part 1 of our 3-part “look good online” conversation, we discussed how to light yourself on virtual meetings, including some budget-friendly hacks.
View our talk below, or scroll down for my 3 favorite takeaways from our chat.
My 3 Favorite take-aways:
Use bounced light vs. direct light.
Direct light on your face can overdo it and light you too harshly. Learn how to bounce the light off another surface - perhaps off a wall across from you. If you wear glasses, this is the trick that will keep those ring light circles off your lenses in Zoom calls.Don’t get hung up on buying an expensive light.
A simple desk lamp will do. Just make sure you can move it around to bounce the light if needed.Diffuse your light to reduce harsh glare and shadows.
You don’t need a professional light-diffuser. Parchment paper works!
See more of Melissa’s look-good-on-camera tips:
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About The Author
Hi! I’m Marianna. I make public speaking and presentation skills easier for my clients. I help with everything from preparation to managing anxiety and nerves to speaking with strength and confidence. In addition to Presentation Skills workshops, I offer executive coaching and Keynote speeches. To learn more, Get in touch.