Greetings,

We are happy that you have agreed to be interviewed on the Blueprint for Men podcast and believe that your message will inspire many men to have a closer walk with God.  To prepare for the interview, and have the best recording possible, please read the following information and complete the associated forms.  Be sure to complete your forms and submit all other materials at least one week before the interview so that we can prepare adequately. Thank you!

GUEST PROFILE FORM

Your guest profile form gives you an opportunity to write an outline of what you would like to discuss in your program. This is important for the host to review to be prepared for your interview and know what aspects of your ministry or testimony you would like to share with our audience. In addition, your ministry contact information will help our viewers and listeners contact you once your program airs.

COMPLETE FORM HERE

RELEASE FORMS

Attached are the Blueprint for Men release form. This gives Blueprint for Men permission to broadcast your testimony and give you permission to use the podcast for your own ministry.

COMPLETE FORM HERE

 GRAPHICS

If you have any pictures or videos that you would like to show during your interview, please email them to communications@blueprintformen.org. When you send that email, put the date of your recording in the subject line so our team can start the process of preparing your material for the interview. Due to time constraints, we are only able to use 10-12 photos and a limited number of videos. Please keep in mind that we cannot use any videos/images (Photos, graphic presentations, etc) that are not your own production or of the organization or ministry that you represent, as they cannot be legally downloaded. If you do not own the rights to the videos/images, it is your responsibility to provide an original file or obtain a legal release that will allow Blueprint for Men to air the videos/images. If a release is not on file for your material prior to production, the videos/images will not be used.

INTERVIEW TIPS

We know recording conditions won’t be perfect, but in order to have the best possible viewing and listening experience for our audience, please keep the following in mind:

Video Recording Tips

  1. Center yourself in your screen: Ensure that the camera is positioned straight on or even slightly elevated. Camera angles under the chin are not flattering!

  2. Use natural lighting as much as possible: Try to have light facing you so there aren’t many shadows. Do not have backlighting or it will cause a silhouette effect.

  3. Minimize Motion: Keep your body relatively still while recording.  Hand motions are OK but don’t overdo it!

  4. Clothing/Attire:  Wear neutral colored clothing. Avoid busy patterns.  Don’t wear t-shirts with large sayings.  Caps are not recommended but OK if it doesn’t obscure your face. 

  5. Facial Expression: Appear as energized as possible without overdoing it. Smile often. Look at the camera and imagine you are looking at your audience.  

Audio Recording Tips

  1. Microphone placement: If you have an external microphone place it at the same level as your mouth, a few inches away, but do not obscure your face.  

  2. Speaking: Sit up straight, breathe slowly and evenly, and keep your body still. 

  3. Test recording: Always do a test recording to identify and remove background noise, and to adjust your volume, tone, and speaking speed.  

  4. Recording environment: Find a quiet room and do your best to minimize echo. Turn off any fans or heaters.  Trains and planes can mess up a recording too!

  5. Stay hydrated: Drink water before and throughout recording, but don’t drink too much or you may need to go to the restroom!

  6. Phone Silenced: Make sure that your phone is muted and alerts are off.

QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to Mike Hansen, our podcast director, at mike.hansen@blueprintformen.org.

Thank you for partnering with us as we strive to build better men… by The Blueprint!