10 Easy Tips to Nail Your On-Camera Performance
Being in front of the camera can feel a bit daunting, but with a little prep (and the right team behind you ????), you’ll absolutely smash it. At Purple Door, we’ve helped loads of people feel confident on camera – from complete beginners to seasoned pros.
Here are 10 simple tips to help you shine:
1. Send Over Bullet Points Beforehand
Honestly, this is a game-changer. Knowing what you want to say ahead of time helps you feel more in control and helps us guide you through filming. Rambling = awkward. Bullet points = brilliant.
2. Get to the Point
Keep it snappy. Most videos are short – think 2-3 minutes max. Focus on your key messages and say them clearly. If it takes 10 seconds to say something, don’t drag it out to 40.
3. We’re on Your Side
The crew is here to help you look and sound your best. Want to retake something? No problem. Feeling a bit wobbly? Tell us – we’ve got your back.
4. Dress Smart (But Not Distracting)
Go for solid, bold colours – they pop on camera. Avoid busy patterns, spots, stripes, checks, all white, or all black. Keep jewellery simple. And if you’ve got long hair, make sure it’s not hiding your face. Your eyes do a lot of the talking.
5. Own Your Body Language
Look at the camera (or your interviewer), stand tall, and try not to fidget. Gesturing naturally is fine — just don’t bounce around like you’re at a gig.
6. Slow It Down
It’s super common to speed up when you’re nervous or excited. Try to pause, breathe, and speak at a chill, steady pace.
7. Practice Makes (Almost) Perfect
Run through your key points in the mirror or with a mate — it helps! Don’t memorise a script though. You’ll sound way more natural if you’re just talking from bullet points.
8. Just Be You
No need to go full newsreader mode. If you’re warm, cheeky, or funny – lean into it! Be yourself… but maybe just the slightly louder, more energised version.
9. Forget the Audience
If thinking about people watching you later makes you panic, don’t. Pretend you’re chatting to your best mate on the sofa. No one’s judging – they actually want to hear what you have to say.
10. Shake Off the Nerves
Before filming, try a quick reset — tense your whole body for a few seconds, then release. Deep breaths work wonders too. You’ve got this.
At Purple Door, we also run relaxed, hands-on media training sessions — tailored to you or your team. Whether it’s your first time in front of a camera or you’ve got a big interview coming up, we’ll help you get your message across clearly, confidently, and without the stress.
Our training includes practical filming with playback (yes, you get to watch yourself back — it helps!) and we can come to you, wherever you are.
Want to chat about media training or an upcoming shoot?
Drop us a line at hello@purpledoormedia.com or give us a call on 07811 351 309.
