Skillman Video Elevates MIT Sloan’s Doctoral Research Forum with Expert Videography

Documenting Academic Excellence at MIT Sloan

Last Friday, Skillman Video Group had the privilege of documenting the annual Doctoral Research Forum at the MIT Sloan School of Management.

Tasked with providing high-quality content with a quick turnaround, our team was determined to ensure that this year’s dissertations were meticulously captured and made readily available to students and faculty—a significant upgrade from last year’s efforts, which unfortunately have yet to yield a viewable product.

Technical Setup for Comprehensive Coverage

To guarantee comprehensive coverage of the forum, we deployed an advanced dual-camera setup.

For the presenters, we utilized a Sony Alpha 7s DSLR paired with a Ninja Blade monitor, enhancing recording capacity and offering superior image control.

This setup ensured that every detail and nuance of the presenter’s delivery was captured with clarity.

Simultaneously, we employed a GoPro 3 to focus exclusively on the PowerPoint slides being presented.

This allowed us to capture the precise timing and content of each slide, which would later be seamlessly integrated as high-resolution graphics during post-production, ensuring that the visual aids were as clear and impactful as the spoken content.

Sophisticated Audio Recording Techniques

Audio capture was handled with equal finesse. We equipped each presenter with a lavalier microphone, complemented by a strategically placed boom mic to record a blend of direct speech and ambient sounds.

This setup captured the unique tonal qualities of each presenter’s voice while also allowing for the subtle ambiance of the room to enhance the natural feel of the recordings.

After the presentations, we recorded the room’s ambient sound using the boom mic, which would assist in minimizing background noise during the editing phase.

Ensuring Quality and Quick Delivery

The event proceeded without a hitch, with all presenters adhering to their scheduled times and delivering their dissertations effectively.

The footage captured was both visually appealing and audibly crisp.

We are confident that MIT Sloan will be exceedingly satisfied with the quality of the final product and our efficient turnaround time.

A New Standard for Academic Videography

This project was not just about recording an event; it was about creating a valuable academic resource for MIT Sloan.

By employing state-of-the-art technology and expert videography techniques, Skillman Video Group has set a new standard for academic event coverage, ensuring that the insights and breakthroughs shared at the Doctorate Research Forum are preserved with the highest fidelity.