How To Prepare for a Video Interview

Preparing Yourself Dress professionally!Coordinate colors. High Recommended: Blue, Grey, BlackAvoid red, green, orange, and busy patterns.

The RoomOptimize your space to work for you!Use a room without windows to avoid glare and unnecessary noises.Ensure the room has adequate lighting and the setting is professional.Don’t interview in your bedroom or kitchen.

Use Conference Video Etiquette Maintain eye contact.Avoid nervous gestures.Use natural language, volume, and gestures when you speak.

Prepare Yourself &The Room

Check the following BEFORE your interview: Video image— Room’s lighting and how it appears on camera. Camera Position—does it allot for best video and audio quality? Computer’s functionality—do you have all the necessary programs? Availability of information—are all your documents prepared and ready to be sent?

Prepare Your Equipment

Prepare for the conversation Outline key talking points you’d like to discuss!Don’t ramble on or fall off track. Make a guide to keep you on point and on schedule.

Create A Specific Plan

BEFORE the interview its best to:Select a secure and reliable Internet connection.Adjust camera angles for best lighting and positioning.Adjust volume setting for background notifications.DURING the interview its best to:Maintain as much consistency as possible.Keep the attention on the matter at hand, not the conference itself.

Avoid Setting Changes During

the Interview

At least 2 weeks BEFORE the interview:Practice, practice, practice!Schedule a mock interview with Career Services.

Be prepared to say exactly what you are going to say in the REAL interview.

Ask the Career Advisor questions. Be open to constructive feedback.

Get comfortable using your PC for video conferencing.

Practice Your Talking To Get Appropriate Volume

And Tonality

Its ok to initially ask “Can You Hear Me?” Avoid repeatedly asking this throughout the interview. Practicing in advance can help eliminate this

altogether. Remember that no technology is perfect. Should you experience a hiccup with quality, allow

for a two second delay when speaking. Give interviewers enough time to receive and

absorb whatever it is you’re saying. Allow time for you to hear and process what the

interviewer is saying.

Account For Delays In Data Transmission

Be sure to retain professionalism Be on time! Late entrances create unexpected background noise that can really hinder the interview. Ensure you have the right time and date for the interview.Consider whether the interviewer is in the same time zone as you. Know the meeting name and phone number (when applicable.)

Punctuality & Timing Are Crucial

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