Fortunately, I was able to do some TV work in commercials and a few local based TV shows which provided me with some experience in speaking in front of a camera. For many, this is a task that strikes fear in to them.

When you are being interviewed on a TV show or in a video you need to make sure that you are well presented and display positive and professional body language. Below are some tips that will help you when it comes to the appropriate body language during an interview.

Interview Tips:

1. Do not slouch or sit in a slumped position. Be sure to sit up straight at all times.  A slumped posture can make you appear less confident or intimidated.

2. If you are being interviewed on a couch or sofa, be sure not to slump back in the couch. Try to maintain an upright posture by sitting towards the front of the couch.

3. When sitting on a chair, be sure to sit toward the front of the chair and lean slightly forward.

4. Try to maintain a controlled yet relaxed position facing the person who is interviewing you.

5. Often the best place for your arms is to rest your forearms on the arm rests. If there is a desk in front of you then you can comfortably rest your arms on the desk.

6. You will not be able to tell what the camera is focusing in on during the interview so present yourself as if you are always on camera.

7. Try not to move too much as you may go out of shot or out of frame and this will make it harder for the cameraman to keep you in the centre of the picture. They will also miss any hand gestures if you are making them.

8. Be aware of what your hands are doing. Use your hands strategically and naturally.

9. When you answer a question be sure to face the interviewer. Many hosts use a technique of going back and fourth form the guest to the camera. Leave this for the professionals and continue to talk to the interviewer. Pretend the camera is not there at all.

10. Try to control your eye movements and facial expressions as a close up camera shot will catch all expressions and nervous twitches.

11. Don't be aggressive in the way you talk or with your body language. If the interviewer greets you with a handshake don't come across to domineering or aggressive. A firm handshake is suffice.

12. Be aware of when the host is ready to wrap up the interview or pause for a break.

13. Create an air of confidence by being decisive and by providing short but quality answers.

14. Be aware of what you wear. Wear a professional suit and make sure that you do not wear any offensive colours that do not come across well on camera.

15. Avoid over the top or excessive jewelry.

16. If you have tattoos, be sure to wear clothing that covers them up.

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