When shooting testimonial video, the results are much better if you are able to be in the video with your patient in a discussion format. When a patient is put in front of the camera, they can appear uncomfortable, however, when you sit next to them in a chair, the conversation will flow more naturally.

Use a tripod for your camera or phone which can be purchased on amazon.com or similar for under $20.

Set up two chairs and sit next to the patient. Sit fairly close together or the camera will be too far away.

Make sure you are both well within the frame and move the camera as close as possible (this makes for much better audio.)

To really improve audio, you can purchase an inexpensive lavaliere microphone on amazon.com for under $20. Another idea is to record another audio track using your smartphone positioned between you on a table. You can send the audio and video files separately and we can sync them.

Ensure there is good lighting from a window or other source. Dim lighting will greatly reduce the quality of your video.

Prepare your script ahead of time such as “Hi this is [name] and I’m here with [name] and we have spent [2 or 3] sessions working on [condition]. They have also had [other treatment with other results]. The last [3] sessions we worked on [systems] and [name] has had a dramatic result. [addressing patient] Can you give us your take on your own experience and what this process has been like? [After interview, provide a closing statement and end gracefully.]

Make sure you address the camera when you introduce your patient.

Make sure your video contains an introduction, lead-in to treatment, patient’s specific comments, closing statement. Fade to black, do not end the video abruptly.