Fix You
Filming Instructions
DRESS CODE GREEN CLOTHES OR THE CLOSEST YOU'VE GOT! GREEN ANYWHERE IN SHOT IS GOOD!
Green is the colour of mental health awareness. If you have anything green that's good. Green background (plants or a wall) whatever you can find will help. Or if you just have a green scarf or something like that, it's fine too.
Requirements
For most people you'll need two devices (unless you're particularly tech savvy): One to film on (e.g. Smartphone, computer, tablet) and a separate device to listen to the music on using the video below, with headphones attached.
Preparation
Record in a quiet, well lit indoor space: Close windows and turn off anything making noise. Make sure your face is well lit. Don't forget to warm up and stay hydrated.
Prop your filming device up on a surface at eye level (if possible) rather than filming hand held, so the shot is still.
Filming
In the section below are backing track videos for each part. Click on yours and follow the instructions
1) For this video start with headphones PLUGGED IN. I recommend having a headphone in one ear and having one ear out, so you can hear the music and yourself!
2) Press play on your section's video below. It will recap these instructions and tell you to start filming. If you're using a smart phone or tablet, film with your camera sideways in landscape.
3) Feel free to practise with the video and try multiple takes if you want. However, your final video needs to be all the way through in one take. If you go out of tune don't worry! We won't notice when you're all singing together. The most important thing is to sing like you mean it and open your mouth on the big notes! Remember we won't hear you individually but we will see you!
Sending Your Video
Click the red button below to email your video via WeTransfer.
1) In WeTransfer, if prompted click the blue 'I AGREE' box to continue
2) Click on 'ADD YOUR FILES' and upload your video
3) Email to: choironthegreen@gmail.com
4) Your Email: (Enter your own email address)
Alternatively if you prefer you could try other sharing options like dropbox, iCloud photos or Whatsapp.
Any Questions
If you're struggling, don't worry. Video isn't easy! Take a look at the FAQs below and see if they can help.
Recording videos
Use the videos below to sing along with, whilst you video your performance video on another device.
Each section has a main video e.g. 'Fix You Alto' which I'd love for you all to record... and also a short optional Ahh video (e.g. 'Fix You Alto Ahh') which you can do if you'd like to be extra helpful and involved!
If you're struggling for any reason and would like help recording your part, just drop me a message and I'll be there. Paul xx
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it possible to do the video without headphones?
A: Sadly not. We need it to be just your voice in the video so we don't want to hear the backing track on your recording.
Q: How many takes can I try before sending?
A: As many as you like, but please only send your best take and don't worry if it's not perfect. It's not a solo. When we blend you in with everyone else, it'll sound brilliant.
Q: I get emotional during this song, is that okay?
A: Yes, if you cry or get emotional in any way, that's absolutely fine and would make a lovely addition to the video. Emotion is lovely and always okay in videos.
Q: Do I have to use the videos above to record?
A: The videos are preferable, as they'll help sync our start and finish. However, if you'd find it easier just to use the audio track then you can. You can download the guide audio tracks in the player at the top of the page. Please start recording your video, BEFORE pressing play on the audio track and leave your video running for a few moments at the end.
Q: Is there a dress code?
A: Yes for Fix the aim is to have lots of greens in shot. This is the colour of mental health awareness. Ideally if you can wear green that's great and/or find a green wall or a plant to sing in front of.
Q: Do I have to film both videos for Fix You (the main song and the Ah's)
A: It's up to you. I'd love both if you're happy to do both, but the main one is the full song so make sure you do that one if you want to be in this!
Q: What's the best way to film this?
A: The easiest way will be to use the video camera on your smart phone or tablet. Make sure the camera is sideways (in landscape) and at eye level if possible. If you don't have a smart phone or tablet, then you can also use your computer.
Q: How can I film on my computer?
A: If you have an Apple Mac you can film in QuickTime Player. Click on the app, and then go to FILE then NEW MOVIE RECORDING. Make sure the microphone audio slider is up or we won't hear you! Then hit record.
Q: What's the deadline to send the video?
A: Deadline has been extended to July 30th although please send asap, so edit process can begin!
