Recording Guidelines
Recording Tips
Software Options
Choose a recording tool that supports both camera and screen capture:
- Canva (Free for educators): Create slides and record in one place.
- Zoom: Works well for longer recordings (free accounts limited to 40 minutes)
- Screencastify: Simple tool for screen and video capture (free version capped at 5 minutes)
Lighting
- Use front-facing natural light for the best appearance
- Avoid light sources behind you (e.g., windows or lamps)
- Consider using a ring light for better clarity
- Follow a basic 3-point lighting setup if possible
Backdrop
- Present from a tidy and neutral space (desk, plain wall, bookshelf)
- Avoid distracting backgrounds
- You may also create a virtual background using Canva (Build your own with Canva)
- Or use (SENIA's sample background.)
Video Requirements
To ensure a consistent and accessible viewer experience, your video must meet the following criteria:
- Intro in Full-Screen Mode: Start your video by introducing yourself and your presentation title in full-screen mode before transitioning to picture-in-picture.
- Horizontal Orientation: Record your video in landscape (horizontal) mode.
- Visual Description: Include a brief visual description of yourself at the beginning for accessibility.
- Lighting & Clarity: Ensure your video is well-lit and free of visual distractions.
- Clear Audio: Your voice should be easy to hear, with minimal background noise.
- High-Quality Format” Export your video at 1080p resolution or higher.
- Correct File Naming: Name your file: [Your Name – Title of Presentation]
Stay In Touch
Questions? Panic Attack? Need Some Help?
Drop me an email: Conferences@SENIAinternational.org. Please include "Conference Question" in the subject line.
