How to set up your Zoom movie still

It's your time to shine and have your name lit up in the big lights! Stick to our tips below and you'll be on the road to Hollywood fame!

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1. Pick your favourite movie

Choose your favourite film to create your still image form. We suggest picking a memorable scene from a film that is generally well known. 

If you need some inspiration, why not check out IMDB's Top 100 Greatest Movies of All Time (The Ultimate List)

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2. Get dressed up

It may be a while since you opened up that fancy dress box or dug through those long lost items in the back of your wardrobe but now is their glory moment.

Get in character using any items you can. Don't forget to throw on some make-up if needed, and find those essential movie props. 

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3. Set up your virtual background

For those of you who have not yet discovered Zoom Virtual Backgrounds, you’re in for a treat! To give your movie still that completely authentic look you can select a background image for your setup.

To do this, open up a zoom meeting using your Zoom Desktop (that’s the most important bit). Then click start video, you will notice next to your video icon there is a little up arrow. Click the up arrow, and then select “Choose Virtual Background”. On the pop-up window, you’ll see a little plus arrow which allows you to upload a new image – so go find your best background on google (make sure its high resolution) and add it to your Zoom library.

Top Tip

Remember to remove your new virtual background before your next call. They don’t turn off automatically when you end the meeting.