Instructions

1

Plan out your audio recording as carefully as you plan out your visual recording. Decide what kinds of sounds you'll need for your shoot. Determine sound levels and make sure narration can be heard clearly, especially if you are making an instructional video or delivering other important information.
2

Use a storyboard for your shoot and visually note sounds to be used for each scene and shot. Test your camera's audio capabilities and figure out if you'll need separate microphones to record sound for video.
3

Keep in mind typical sound engineering techniques used to mic instruments. Place microphones strategically near appropriate objects and people to capture the right sounds at the right times throughout your video. Utilize separate mics and feeds for stereo effects and for individual tracks to be mixed down during editing.
4

Watch out for recording too hot (loud) as it can distort your sound, and you'll then have a harder time adjusting your sound levels after recording. Keep from recording sound too low also. Have ample sound to work with when you complete your video.
5

Use audio software to mix down your sound. Know that some video production software has audio mixing capabilities, but they may be limited depending on the type you use.