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Video Interview Guide: Setup, Camera, Lighting and Etiquette

Prepare for a video interview: test technology, set up lighting and background, dress well, look at the camera and handle technical problems.

The Teyro TeamOct 26, 20261 min read
On this page6 sections
  1. Direct answer
  2. Checklist
  3. During
  4. Where Teyro fits
  5. The bottom line
  6. More guides

The interview is the same. The setting is different.

Direct answer

For a video interview, test your camera, microphone and internet, set up good lighting, choose a tidy background, dress professionally, look at the camera and keep notes nearby. Have a backup plan if your connection fails.

Checklist

  • Test the link and software.
  • Light your face from the front.
  • Use a plain background.
  • Wear headphones if helpful.
  • Close other apps.
  • Have your resume and notes.
  • Join five minutes early.

During

Speak clearly, smile, avoid distractions and nod while listening.

Where Teyro fits

Teyro's Acing Job Interviews course turns this into short lessons you can play in a few minutes a day. It has 50 lessons, and you can start free.

The bottom line

Prepare the tech so you can focus on the conversation.

More guides

  • Interview Anxiety
  • Case Interview Basics
  • Interview Red Flags
  • Phone and video interview tips
  • How to ace a job interview
  • Acing Job Interviews course

Frequently asked questions

How do I prepare for a video interview?

Test your tech, choose a quiet place with good lighting, dress as for in person and have notes ready.

Where should I look?

At the camera when speaking and at the screen when listening.

What if my connection fails?

Have a backup plan such as phone data and the interviewer's number.

Learn it by playing

Acing Job Interviews turns this into short, playable lessons. Free to start.

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