31 TELEVISION Interviews: Scenarios cont'd Live or taped REMOTE SATELLITE format: Know who else will be on the show, be clear that you want to be advised of any last minute changes Ask in advance about supplying 'b-roll' (additional footage for the story) and discuss the visual elements of the show in advance Look directly into the camera or just alongside it at the wall (ask the camera operator!) Often you are alone with the camera person in a room staring at nothing, so bring a photo of a loved one or something inspirational and some tape to tape up onto the wall where you need to look Keep your eyes steady Assume you are ALWAYS ON, always being broadcast, even before your segment begins or when host is talking with other guests Don't be afraid to interrupt host/guest that you cannot see Don't fidget with your earpiece unless absolutely necessary Don't fidget with your clothes, get set up before you go on and don't move around.
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