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Live Video - Use of live video is not recommended at this time due to lip sync issues. Participants in test programs indicate it is too distracting and does not add to the presentation.
Prerecorded video - If you know your audience is using Windows XP, any more recent Windows versions or Macintosh, incorporating prerecorded video clips into your visual materials can markedly enhance your presentation. You may choose to record a live presentation or record in an environment of your choice.
Lighting is important when recording your video. Make sure you are in a well lit room. You need
a non-glare background. A solid color wall or screen works well. Blue
is the most common color background. Close your curtains or blinds
to prevent shadows and other distractions of natural light.
Do not talk exclusively to the camera. Look around at your audience (real or imagined) and keep your gestures within the video frame.
Avoid sudden movements as they may appear choppy on some cameras. Also, standing to deliver your presentation adds energy and gives the clip a "live" feel.
Powerpoint is the
most popular slide show presentation software, but Speakersmic is
able to interface with all leading providers. Speakers using
the slide show option are encouraged to use 60 to 80 slides for a
two hour presentation. Remember, your audience should be able to listen
to your presentation while watching a slide and have them communicate
the same message. Some presenters use the slide presentation as their
written materials. Others use written materials in addition to the
slides. In this case, the slides must also correspond to the written
materials.
If you have PowerPoint installed on your computer, click here to download
Speakersmic's slide template. You may manipulate the template to meet
your needs. It is simply a place to start.
A speaker can easily navigate between the slide show and the white
board. This feature may be useful during a question and answer session.
The white board
is a free form visual aid. It is your dry-erase board, flip chart,
or blank transparency. You may write using the pen on the presenter's
tool bar or use a text box for typing. The white board can be used to share any document, picture, or other material you would like to display, and allows you to comment or markup directly on top of your materials.
Using the white board takes some practice. During your new speaker
orientation you receive basic instruction on the use of the white
board and a chance to test drive. To gain further access to presentation
tools prior to the program, email Mike White
at Speakersmic.
If you are presenting
a program on internet research or showcasing new software, your
key strokes teach your audience. Sharing your monitor allows your
audience to see what you are doing. It is also an effective way to
view a common document in full screen.
Presenter tools are available on the shared monitor option. This allows
you to use the pointer and highlighter, or make annotations directly
on your screen. The software you use also dictates your capabilities. Back to Top ^
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