Position
- Shoot horizontal (landscape orientation)
- Make sure no objects block the camera
- Background
- Be aware of what's in it
- Zoom
- Zoom with your feet, not phone. Zooming with the camera causes quality loss
Stabilize
If shooting video, use a tripod or rest your phone on something flat. Avoid walking around or moving the camera.
Audio
- Avoid background noises if possible
- Stay inside (avoid wind noise)
- Don't touch the camera, as the mic will pick up those sounds
- Use a mic if you can, like iPhone headphones or AirPods)
Lighting
- Avoid harsh light or dark shadows
- Keep consistent lighting if possible