In this episode of the Ideas on Stage podcast we spoke with Ravinol Chambers. 

Ravinol is a filmmaker, storyteller and founder of Be Inspired Films, a B Corp creative agency helping purpose-driven organisations communicate with clarity and confidence.

A former monk turned moviemaker, he’s spent more than a decade guiding leaders to show up on camera in a way that feels natural, human and compelling.

His work spans TEDxLondon, the NHS, Oxford University and the Cabinet Office, with multiple international awards and six consecutive Drum Recommends wins for Best Video Production Company in the UK.

Ravinol also hosts the Storytelling for Social Impact podcast and leads the Storytelling Clarity Sprint, helping teams cut through noise and tell the story that truly moves their audience.

In this episode we talked about video storytelling for speakers, speaking with confidence on camera, and how organisations can share stories that truly connect.

What You'll Learn:

- How to make sure your stage talks are filmed well

- What setup you need to record professional videos at home

- How to combine sound and visuals to build strong video stories

- How to tell stories that focus on people, not your company 

- How to shape your message so your audience truly cares

In This Episode:

00:00 - Introduction

09:18 - How to Prepare Video Teams Before Your Talk

10:54 - Why Speakers Shouldn’t Look at the Camera

13:33 - What TED Gets Right About Filming Talks

20:20 - The Minimum Setup to Film at Home

24:09 - How to Overcome Nerves on Camera

25:36 - Why Shorter Videos Take More Work

29:45 - Why Extra Energy Works on Camera

33:28 - How to Tell Stories Without Making Yourself the Hero

40:59 - How to Use B-Roll to Bring Stories Alive

We hope you enjoy it! 

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Ravinol Chambers: 

- Website: https://www.beinspiredfilms.co.uk/ 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravchambers/ 

- Instagram: @beinspiredrav

- Storytelling for Social Impact podcast: https://www.beinspiredfilms.co.uk/podcast 

- Jack’s Story (Neurodiversity & Police project): https://www.beinspiredfilms.co.uk/#jacksstory 

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IDEAS ON STAGE RESOURCES 

- Books: ‘Confident Presenter’ – free copy (https://bit.ly/confident-presenter-free) and ‘Business Presentation Revolution’ (ideasonstage.com/business-presentation-revolution/book/)

- The Confident Presenter Scorecard: https://ideasonstage.com/score  

- Free Web Class: https://www.ideasonstage.com/uk/events/   

- Free Mini-Course: https://bit.ly/confident-presenter-mini-course  

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