Getting the most from The Interview Game

Video Chat Setup Tips & Tricks

Zoom

1. Creating a Zoom account and setting up your meeting

1. Schedule a time when all game participants are available to play.

2. Prior to playing each participant needs to create an account at zoom.us

3. Once all participants have an account a meeting will need to be created. You can find detailed instructions for how to host a meeting on Zoom here, as well as instructions for how to join a meeting here (as well as the video below). The meeting host will need to share the meeting link with the other participants so they are able join the meeting.

2. Setting up The Interview Game

1. The host logs into their Interview Game account on their computer.

2. Once logged in the participant can open the game by clicking it.

3. The participant who has opened the game needs to share their screen so both players can see the game. You can find instructions for sharing your screen with Zoom here, or in the video below.

3. Recording Your Interview Game

1. Using Zoom's built in recording functionality you can record your interview and save it as a memento. Instructions for recording on Zoom can be found here, as well as in the video below.

2. Once you have completed your recording you can find instructions for how to find and view your recording here.

If you have additional questions you can find full support for Zoom here.

Google Meet

1. Creating a Google Meet account and setting up your meeting

1. Schedule a time when all game participants are available to play.

2. To use Google Meet you will need to create a Gmail account.

3. Once you have created a Gmail account you can then use your Gmail accout to log into Google Meet

4. When you are ready to start The Interview Game you can initiate your Google Meet meeting from the Google Meet website, or directly from Gmail (see video below). Share the meeting link with the other game participant so they can join your meeting.

5. For instructions on how to join an existing Google Meet meeting also see the video below.

2. Setting up The Interview Game

1. The host logs into their Interview Game account on their computer.

2. Once logged in the participant can open the game by clicking it.

3. The participant who has opened the game needs to share their screen so both players can see the game. You can find instructions for sharing your screen with Google Meet here, or in the video below.

3. Recording Your Interview Game

1. Using Google Meet’s built in recording functionality you can record your interview and save it as a memento. See the video below for instructions on how to record your interview with Google Meet.

If you have additional questions you can find full support for Google Meet here.

Tips & Tricks

1. Record your interview: You can create a meaningful and cherished memento, by recording your game using Zoom or Google Meet's built in record feature.

2. Schedule time for conversation: A typical Interview Game takes between 45 minutes and 1 hour. But the more time you allow, the more room there is for conversation and unexpected moments of connection. If you can, give yourself ample time to complete the game.

3. It's just as fun to watch: If you've purchased the game for others to use, like a child and a grandparent, you can still be a part of the magic by being a silent observer, either in the same room, or elsewhere on your own device.

4. Do a test run first: If video calling is new to you or any of the game participants, it can be helpful to schedule a 10-15 minute test run first to work through and troubleshoot any technical issues.

5. You can help: For younger (and older) participants who may struggle with technology or reading, including a third person to help facilitate the game by advancing questions and assisting with reading the prompts can help create a smooth and enjoyable experience.