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It is important to tailor the choice of camera shots in a meeting according to the objective, message and specific context. By using a variety of shots and selecting them carefully, you can enhance the visual dynamics of the meeting and maintain the participants' interest over time.

Each camera shot has its purpose and visual effect. For example, using a wide shot can help set the scene and establish the interaction between participants, while other shots can focus on specific aspects you want to highlight.

Formal settings: Here is a separate categorized description of the camera shots mentioned, considering their use in formal settings:

• The wide shot shows a broad view of the scene, including all participants and the environment they are in. It is useful for establishing context.

• The full shot shows the whole body, from head to toe. It allows you to show posture and full body language, projecting a professional image and showing the physical presence of the speaker. It is useful in formal presentations, conferences or meetings where a professional image is sought.

Medium shot: Shows from the head to the middle of the speaker's torso. It allows showing facial expression and part of the posture. It highlights non-verbal communication and keeps the attention of the participants.

Informal settings: In informal settings, the following shots can be used:

• Bust shot: shows from the head to the upper torso of the speaker, focusing attention on the face. It conveys emotions and establishes a more intimate connection with the participants. It is used in both informal and formal situations, depending on the degree of closeness desired.

• Close-up: Focuses only on the speaker's face, highlighting facial details and emotional expression with greater precision. It generates empathy and focuses attention on the speaker's words.

Other shots: Other shots that can be taken into account are:

• Two-person shot: shows two people on the same screen, occupying about half of the frame each. This setup is useful for having a direct visual conversation with another person during a meeting.

• Shared screen plane: In this configuration, the screen occupies most of the frame and your presence is shown in a corner or smaller window. This option is useful for showing presentations or other visual content during a meeting, especially in formal presentations.

• Side shot: The face is shown in profile, adding an interesting visual effect. It emphasizes the profile or shows a specific object or environment next to the speaker. Can be used in formal presentations to add a unique visual touch or to highlight a specific item next to the speaker.

• Reaction shot: This shot focuses on capturing your reactions or gestures as you listen or interact with other participants. It can be useful to emphasize your active participation and show your interest during the meeting.

How to use different shots?

Here are examples of how you could use different camera shots during a meeting:

• At the beginning of the meeting, you could use the full shot or medium shot to introduce yourse