The following is a sample pageant shoot set up. A successful pageant shoot can depend on many factors and requires massive amounts of footage. Stationary multi-camera shoots supported by a mobile camera (for close-ups) is essential. Critical shots should not be missed. Since each camera in a multi camera shoot will have a separate soundtrack it is relatively easy to mix and match the tracks for better quality. A small diagram that links to a larger one is at the bottom of this page.

	One stationary camera concentrates on the podium (EMCEE area) capable of zooming in at critical times. External Microphone and Light are used on this unit.
	One stationary camera with External Microphone is positioned behind the judges and concentrates on what the judges see.
	One mobile camera provides performance close-ups giving that star effect to each individual while on stage. External light mounted on unit for Audience VIP introductions
	One stationary camera   concentrates on the stage from the audience area rear capable of zooming in at critical times. This unit provides the panoramic footage.
	One stationary camera concentrates on the stage from the stage rear or side rear capable of zooming in at critical times.
	One stationary camera concentrates on the stage from the stage side or center stage foot capable of zooming in at critical times.
	One stationary camera for the overhead stage footage -  a clamp pod is used to attach this unit - the camera and clamp are also secured by additional means.
	Panel judging (interviews) can be a one to four camera shoot. Round Robin Interviews (one on one) are one camera per judge and interviewee. More information is available in the interview section.
	Other Footage includes and is not limited to Registration, Welcome Events, Outings, Rehearsals, Behind the Scenes.
	Each pageant has it’s own personality - the footage identifies, captures it, and promotes the next event.
	One camcorder is usually designated as a backup and is completely set up to replace a live camera in the event  of a malfunction.
	Precious or classic moments should not be missed because there was only one camera and it was focusing on something else at the time or there were no backup provisions.