Adding video inserts is not the only method of breaking up an interview. Like paragraphs in a short story, the interview can be broken up every time the basic ideas change. Change the sequencing of events only if it does not alter any of the context of the interview. Cut back and forth between the interview and the B roll, still frames, or graphics to make the interview less predictable and more enjoyable to the viewer. Remember, it is acceptable, but not necessarily desirable, to see a mic in a shot.
Next time try a shotgun mic, either hand held, on a mic stand or boom arm.
A boom works great with a shotgun mic as a means of keeping wires off of the talent or allowing them hands-free working conditions. It also allows one mic to do the work of two during interviews. Place the shotgun out of the frame either above or below the talent, but remember the shotgun mic will pickup sound beyond the talent. A headset used to monitor the sound during the interview will help identify problems, plus help maintain balance control over the sound. BY MTN Programming Manager, Paul Molina Continued from Page 4 is less likely necessary to achieve the statute's basic objective, protecting children, than a similar veto in the context of leased channels.