Recording Multi-Camera

Recording a multi-camera podcast can greatly enhance the visual appeal and production quality of your content. Here are some steps to help you set up and record a multi-camera podcast:

• Plan Your Setup
  Determine the number of cameras: Decide how many cameras you'll need based on the number of hosts and guests, as well as the types of shots you want (e.g., wide shots, individual close-ups).
  
  Choose camera positions: Position cameras to capture different angles. For example, have one camera for each host/guest and one for a wide shot of the entire set.
• Choose the Right Equipment
  Cameras: Use DSLRs, camcorders, or professional video cameras depending on your budget and quality requirements.
  
  Tripods: Secure each camera on a sturdy tripod to ensure stable footage.
  
  Video Switcher: Consider using a video switcher such as the ATEM Mini Pro ISO for live switching between cameras, recording all video inputs as separate files.
  
  Microphones: Use a dedicated microphone for each speaker, such as the Shure SM7B.
  
  Audio Mixer: An audio mixer can help manage and balance audio inputs from multiple microphones.
• Lighting
  Ensure adequate lighting: Good lighting is crucial for video quality. Use key lights, fill lights, and backlights to evenly light the hosts and avoid shadows.
• Recording
  Synchronize cameras: Start recording on all cameras simultaneously to simplify synchronization in post-production.
  
  Monitor audio and video: Use headphones to monitor audio and ensure all cameras are capturing video as expected.
• Editing and Post-Production
  Video editing software: Use software like Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve to edit the footage.
  
  Sync tracks: Align audio and video tracks from all sources. Clap at the beginning of recording to create a spike in the audio tracks for easier syncing.
  
  Switch angles: Edit the video to switch between camera angles, focusing on the speaker or providing different perspectives during discussions.
• Live Streaming
  If you plan to live stream the podcast, consider using a video switcher or software like OBS Studio to switch between camera feeds in real time.
• Practice and Test
  ‍Before going live or final recording, do a test run to check the setup, camera angles, lighting, and audio levels.

Implementing a multi-camera setup can initially be complex and may require some trial and error, but it can significantly boost the production value of your podcast.

Best of luck on your podcasting journey!