242 Video Production Handbook end. the sound cable is either designed inside the pole or is taped securely along the pole. there are many ways to hold a boom pole: n n n Above the head, with arms fully extended along the pole to balance it (see figure 10.12). set across the shoulders for added stability. with the end of the pole tucked under one shoulder. the goal is to get the microphone close enough without showing up at the bottom of the cam- era's shot (also see figure 10.3).