How to be great on camera
Speak Naturally — Even When Reading From a Script!
A practical, easy-to-follow workbook that teaches you the core skills to thrive in any on-camera situation — from content creation and TV appearances to Zoom, webinars, and more.
No matter what industry you’re in, being great on camera is now a core business skill.
Whether you’re recording content for social media, speaking to your team on Zoom, interviewing on podcasts, leading webinars, or preparing for TV appearances — your presence on camera shapes how people see you.
How To Be Great On-Camera gives you the foundational techniques to show up with confidence, clarity, and authenticity — even if you’ve never been on camera before.
This workbook teaches you the essentials step-by-step so you can deliver your message clearly, connect with your audience, and feel in control every time the camera turns on.
Most people struggle on camera because:
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They don’t know how to speak naturally
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They freeze or forget what to say
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They get distracted by nerves
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They speak too fast or too flat
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They don’t understand how to connect visually
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They don’t know how to translate their real personality on screen
These challenges make communication feel stressful, forced, or awkward — which makes it harder for your message to land and your audience to trust you.
The good news?
On-camera confidence is a learnable skill.
You just need the right tools and guidance.
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Introducing: How To Be Great On-Camera
A clear, actionable workbook that helps you::
✅ Build on-camera confidence
✅ Speak naturally & clearly
✅ Communicate with energy and presence
✅ Connect with your audience through authentic delivery
✅ Perform at your best — no matter the platform
If you’ve ever wanted to feel prepared, polished, and composed on camera, this guide will take you there.
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Improve your physical comfort and presence on camera
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Use your voice, tone & pacing to sound engaging
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Connect emotionally with your audience
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Show confidence with body language & eye-line
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Prepare effectively before hitting “record”
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Reduce nervousness and remain calm under pressure
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Deliver your message with clarity & purpose
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Look natural whether live or prerecorded
Inside the guide, you’ll discover:
Because this workbook is designed for immediate implementation, you’ll be able to apply each technique as you learn it.
Why learn from Shannon O'Dowd
Shannon O’Dowd is a seasoned TV host, commercial spokesperson, and on-camera coach who has spent more than a decade helping professionals perform confidently on camera.
She breaks down the craft of presence into simple, approachable steps — making it easy for anyone to apply what they learn and see improvement quickly.
Her process helps you sound more like you — clear, confident, and compelling.
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Kaeleya Rayne
Business Coach & Founder Soul Conscious Business Women
“I knew that my message needed to be crystal clear and easy to speak and share on camera. Shannon delivered big time! I shared my work, and my deeper vision and mission with her, she got it immediately… and she seemed to understand my style without any direction from me whatsoever! Her work is a true expression of her genius in action! I highly recommend her to anyone who is serious about taking their work out into the public eye with grace and professionalism, she is THE BEST.”
Karamo Brown
"Queer Eye" & Talk Show Host
“Shannon was my first Hosting coach ever and I am soooo glad she was. She is an amazing and caring teacher. She really took the time to focus on my weaknesses and didn't stop working with me till I felt that I was a strongrer host. Since her class I have been booking commercial and hosting work. I thank Shannon for the tools she gave me to be a working host.”
Kyle Kittleson
Animal Behaviorist & TV Host
“Shannon O’Dowd is a great coach because she is also a working television host. If you want to learn from the best, Shannon is the person to go to. She not only is great for helping you improve on-camera, but also offers excellent career advice and tips to help you book jobs and appearances. Your career is an investment and Shannon provides a wonderful return.”
