There are several things to keep in mind when operating a boom mic, including how to position it, what to prepare for, and what to avoid. Since boom microphones are very directional, it's important to point the tip of the mic toward the speaker's mouth to record good audio. This means being in position before anyone starts talking, which can be difficult because it requires the operator knows who says what and when. Another challenge is keeping the boom microphone a constant distance from the subject, because this prevents the audio levels from fluctuating and ruining the take. In addition, it's important to watch out for interfering with the shot, whether that be with the boom mic, its shadow, or the operator's body accidentally being in frame. Since it's harder to hide a microphone in wider shots, there will be times when the audio isn't as good, and sometimes a good way to account for that is recording wild takes, or sound without pictures. I'm very curious about the training behind becoming a boom operator and if it's a specialized craft, because to me it seems like a skill that anyone can pick up quickly.
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