Green screen technology. It's the technique used to insert digital backdrops into video to create amazing special effects. You thought it was only available to big budget Hollywood pictures, but now it can be available for your next video blog, commercial, recruitment or training video! Movie magic technology has caught up to the Real Estate agents, as Real Estate Video Pros specializes in utilizing green screen technology for special effects in videos. Working with a green screen is not like a typical shoot and there are some fundamental rules you should keep in mind when working with a green screen.

• Native lighting: The film crew will be bringing their own lighting but wherever you decide to shoot your green screen video make sure it is well lit. Native lighting plays a big role in the quality of the video and the special effects. Make sure all light bulbs are functioning and if not to replace them before the shoot.
• Choose a spacious room: The room you use for the shoot should be wide and open enough for the film crew to work in. They will not only need to set up the green screen backdrop but also lights, camera and sound equipment. This cannot be successfully done in a cluttered office or a busy room.
• Find a quiet space: Keep in mind that the loud air conditioner or the buzzing electrical current in the walls may be picked up by the sound equipment used in your shoot. Try to keep background noise to a minimum to ensure the best audio recording.
• Do not disturb the green screen: The green screen backdrop should be secure, clean and as wrinkle-free as possible when shooting. Do not under any circumstances touch the green screen when filming. Any alterations to the green screen may create problems when adding the special effects in post production.
• Avoid unnecessary and exaggerated movements: When filming with a green screen try to avoid any unnecessary motions. You don't have to be stiff as a board but don't get up and dance around either. To ensure the best shoot possible and that you stay within the camera frame, keep your movements natural but within bounds. Your filming crew should coach you on where you can move.
• Do not wear green: Sorry to all the Irish Realtors, but when using a green screen the person in the shot should not wear green. Your clothes may accidentally be caught in the post production special effects! The end result may be the digital background showing through your business shirt.