B-Roll

What is B-Roll?

Helps to break up the talking-head shots and provide visual interest to the video. Use b-roll footage that is relevant to the interview and helps to support the story that you are telling.

bridges gaps
can hide mistakes, and jump cuts
can enhance your story

B-Roll Examples

Footage of the interviewee doing something related to the topic of the interview.
Shots of the location where the interview is taking place.
Images that illustrate the interviewee's point of view.
Close-ups of objects that are relevant to the interview.
Shots of people or events that are relevant to the interview.
Time-lapse footage of a process that is relevant to the interview.
Shots of the interviewee interacting with others.
Shots of the interviewee engaging in activities related to their personal interests or hobbies.