Before undertaking the interview, we start by having a preliminary conversation between the interviewer and the interviewee. This is for two purposes:
gathering background information;
answer any questions the interviewee may have; and
build familiarity between interviewer and interviewee
Background Information
The background information we seek are the chronological facts, such as when and where they were:
Born
Raised
Educated
Played sports
Worked
Married
Fought in wars (or any other significant occurrences)
Parents and grandparent’s details
Answering Any Questions
We understand that you may have some questions about what will be asked and about the process. The preliminary conversation leaves you fully prepared for the interview.
Being interviewed can be a little overwhelming for some people. We are committed to ensuring that you enjoy the experience, are completely comfortable and have a full understanding of the process.
“My mother has always feared public speaking and consequently was a little unsure about actually taking on the Family Record Interview. I introduced Dorothy to Bill, they had a cup of tea & a chat and they set a date to record the conversation.”- Jack Cowin, Chairman, Competitive Foods Australia Limited
The interview consists of three stages:
Set-Up
Interview
Photos for Overlay
Set-Up
The set-up (ie camera, lights, audio etc) takes about 40 minutes. We ask for you to chose an environment that you feel most comfortable in. This can be your home, your office or any other place that is special for you. We also ask that the location be quiet and free from disruption.
Interview
We then start the interview. The interview lasts for approximately 120 minutes. Our inquiry discovers what inspires you, what you are passionate about and outstanding moments. We inquire into the circumstances of your life, those who nurtured you and the commitment of principles, morals and concepts that flowed from your life experience.
In undertaking the Family Record we will dig deep and challenge you to peel back the layers. In doing so, we will bring forward a clear exposition of what you are all about. Thus, the core messages will be delivered in compelling fashion, by a person speaking with passion and commitment: the most powerful way to communicate the core messages.
We always end the interview by asking the interviewee: “What message would you like to leave your future generations?”
“The “Family Record” interview style gave me freedom to explore my thoughts and feelings and record them in a way that left me feeling nothing of importance was missed. I also found the process most enjoyable.” - John Randall, Executive Director, Chairman & CEO, P&O Logistics
“I felt extremely comfortable with your interview and with your professional and inquisitive approach and importantly the end result as far as my family is been concerned has definitely been rewarding. I would be delighted to recommend your services to anyone.” - Richard Hein
Photos for Overlay
As apart of the final production, we include relevant imagery and footage. After the interview, our production assistant will provide a list of photos that we will require and help you gather these photos there and then. We then take these photos to be professionally scanned at a high rate DPi resolution to be inserted into the interview.
We do ask that you gather photo albums, newsclippings, footage or anything that you think is relevant and have this ready on the day.
The post production process is split up into two stages:
Edit
Adjustments
Edit
Once the interview and photos are received we get our editor to produce an edit of the interview. We then give this to you along with our comments and recommendations for you to review. You provide us with your comments and work together to create the final production.
Adjustments
After receiving your feedback and comments of the interview, we then do a re-edit to produce the final version.
