Want to improve your directing skills and get the best performance from talent on set? In this episode of the Your Story Studios Podcast, we sit down with Lewis Hancock to uncover the secrets of effective directing for video producers. Whether you're working with nervous interviewees, experienced models, or high-profile talent, Lewis shares proven techniques to make them feel comfortable, confident, and camera-ready.
🎬 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The leadership mindset every director needs on set (01:32)
✅ How to build rapport and make talent feel at ease (03:39)
✅ Techniques to guide interviewees and keep them on track (05:25)
✅ Working with experienced vs. inexperienced models (11:59)
✅ Using metaphors and movement cues to get the right shot (16:56)
✅ The importance of set etiquette and maintaining professionalism (17:54)
✅ Why food, energy, and set breaks make a difference (19:49)
🎥 Whether you're directing corporate videos, interviews, or high-end fashion shoots, mastering communication and confidence on set is key to capturing stunning visuals and authentic performances.
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https://www.instagram.com/lewishancockfilms/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewishancockfilms/
