How to Set Up Your Testimonial Video (Without Overthinking It)

You don’t need fancy lighting, a film crew, or a script memorized. You just need 10–15 minutes and a quiet space. Here’s how to get a clean, professional-looking testimonial video from wherever you are.

Recording Tips

Camera Setup

• Use your phone or laptop
• Record horizontally
• Center your head and shoulders in the frame

Lighting

• Face a window or soft light source
• Avoid having a window or bright light behind you

Audio

• Record in a quiet room
• Earbuds with a mic work great — or just use your device’s built-in mic

Background

• Clean and simple: bookshelf, plant, blank wall, office
• Avoid clutter or distractions

What to Wear

• Dress like you would for a work Zoom call
• Solid colors look best
• Avoid logos or busy patterns

Common Missteps to Avoid

• Looking off-screen the whole time — Eye contact builds trust. Try to look directly at the camera lens.
• Over-rehearsing — You don’t need to memorize anything. A few pauses or restarts are totally fine.
• Sitting too far away — Make sure we can see your face clearly and hear you well.
• Overthinking it — It doesn’t need to be perfect — just honest and clear.

‍Final Tips

• Don’t worry if you mess up — just pause and repeat yourself
• Speak naturally — the best videos are conversational and real
• This is your story — have fun with it