How to record on the platform.
You can record yourself directly via webcam or upload clips shot on your phone or tablet directly to the platform.
What you will need
A laptop, desktop computer or an Android phone.
Note - You can upload a video through an iPhone, but we haven't finished building in-platform recording.
You'll need to use Google Chrome as your browser.
Having a script or some points to follow will make the process easier.
Step 1. Access granted
You’ll need a link
Your project manager will email you a link. When you are ready to record the video, click on that link. If the link doesn't open in Chrome, you will need to copy and paste the link.
Step 1b - For iPhone users only.
If you're on an iPhone, you can't record on the platform yet. You'll need to record your video separately - when you open the link, you will need to fill in your name and then hit the upload button. You may be asked if we can access your photos and you will need to accept. For more information about how to shoot the video, see below.
Step 2. Getting Started
When the link opens.
You’ll see a screen like this.
You will then need to fill in your name and then hit the Video Recorder button in the bottom left of the screen.
Grant access.
You will get a pop up about access to your camera and microphone, and then you will need to click accept.
Sound advice.
Make sure you're in a quiet area as your device's built-in microphone will be used. If you think it will be too noisy, or there will be an echo, you will need to find another space to record.
Step 3. Getting the shot right
WYSIWYG.
Once you've clicked 'accept' your camera should be on and you will be able to see yourself on screen. What you see here is the same as what you will record.
You want the viewers to see your face clearly - it will help in getting your message across.
In the light.
Sit near a direct light source; close to the camera, but not too close.
Make sure the primary light source isn't behind you, leaving your face in shadow.
On the big screen.
We recommend filming from just above your waist to only a little bit over the top of your head, and you should be level with the camera.
The top of the screen should be level with your eye line; if you're using a laptop, place it atop something like a box or similar. Check your background - is there anything that you don't want the world to see? Aim for as little behind you as possible.
4. Camera Rolling
Take one.
Once you're happy with the crop of the shot and what you're going to say, click the circle and begin recording. When you have finished recording, click on the square to stop filming.
Take two.
To review your recording, click the play button.
If you're going to have the video edited, you do not need to capture the whole message in one go.
5. Uploading
Time to commit
When you're happy with the result, click the upload button. You will see the progress via the live bar. Remember that for most people upload speed is slower than download speed.
Gone.
Once the video is sent, you should see a confirmation pop-up, and you'll need to click ok.
Step 6 - Next steps.
Your video has been uploaded to the platform has been received by your Project Manager.
To record another video, click the record button.
Click below to see how this all works in the real world