Preparation
Interviewer and Support Team
Support Team
A support team can be a valuable asset when filming a documentary while bicycling across the country. Here are some roles that your support team can play:
- Driver: Your support team can drive a vehicle and carry equipment, food, and water. They can also be responsible for finding lodging and campgrounds.
- Mechanic: A support team member with bike repair knowledge can be helpful in case of mechanical issues. They can carry spare parts and tools to fix minor problems.
- Photographer: If you have a support team member who is skilled in photography, they can help capture additional footage and photos to supplement your documentary.
- Navigator: A support team member can help plan the route, navigate, and make sure you stay on track.
- Logistics Manager: Your support team can also help with the logistics of the trip, including scheduling interviews, arranging for food and lodging, and making sure you stay on schedule.
It’s important to note that having a support team may come with additional costs, such as their food, lodging, and travel expenses. However, if you have the resources and are able to bring along a support team, it can make the filming process much smoother and enjoyable.
Interviewer
Including interviews in a documentary about two people bicycling across the USA can add depth and perspective to the story. Interviews can provide insight into the bicyclists’ thoughts, emotions, and motivations, as well as their experiences on the journey. However, whether or not to include interviews ultimately depends on the vision and style of the documentary. Some documentaries choose to rely solely on footage captured during the journey, while others incorporate interviews as a way to provide context and narration. It’s important to consider the overall tone and message of the documentary and how interviews may fit into that.
- Preparation: The interviewer should thoroughly research the subject and have a good understanding of the topic to ask relevant and insightful questions.
- Active Listening: The interviewer should listen actively and be able to respond appropriately to what the interviewee says. They should be able to pick up on cues and ask follow-up questions.
- Empathy: A good interviewer should be able to put themselves in the interviewee’s shoes and be empathetic to their experiences, allowing for a deeper connection and understanding.
- Flexibility: The interviewer should be flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances, allowing the conversation to flow naturally and be guided by the interviewee’s responses.
- Objectivity: The interviewer should remain objective and neutral, allowing the interviewee to share their own perspectives and experiences without imposing their own biases.
- Clear Communication: The interviewer should be clear and concise in their questions, allowing for easy understanding and response.
- Patience: A good interviewer should be patient and willing to wait for the interviewee to formulate their responses, without interrupting or rushing them.
- Creativity: The interviewer should be creative and open-minded, allowing for new ideas and approaches to the interview process, which can help to elicit more interesting and engaging responses.
Sample Questions To be Asked By Interviewer
- What inspired you to embark on this journey?
- Can you describe your daily routine on the road?
- What challenges have you faced so far, and how have you overcome them?
- What have been some of your most memorable experiences on this journey?
- How has this experience changed you as a person?
- How have you maintained your physical and mental health during this journey?
- Can you talk about the relationships you have formed with people you have met along the way?
- What do you hope to accomplish by completing this journey?
- What advice would you give to someone who is considering a similar journey?
- How do you think this experience will impact your future plans and goals?