Interviews, actuality & field material · Working

Talking head

Also called: sit-down interview

ELI5

An on-camera interview presentation in which the speaker is framed primarily while speaking.

Used in conversation

“Can we verify the talking head before we present it as fact?”

Pitch context

Use this in nonfiction pitches to separate what is known, accessible, ethical and structurally repeatable.

Why it matters: Distinguishes story, access, evidence, format mechanics and participant-care responsibilities.

Connected terms

Sources & evidence · 8

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.