VIDEO STREAMINGBEHIND THE SCENES OF BY: GARRY BUYCKS JR

OBJECTIVES

▸ Learn helpful programs for video streaming

▸ Understand which program is best for my needs

▸ Identify the tools needed to stream video

▸ Determine which tools are best for my needs

THE PLAN

▸ Learn about me for 5 minutes

▸ Learn about some programs for 15 minutes

▸ Q&A for 5 minutes

▸ Learn about some tools for 15 minutes

▸ Q&A

BEHIND THE SCENES OF VIDEO STREAMING

INTRODUCTION

▸ Married 15+ years

▸ I love to understand how technology works so that I can train others

▸ 15 years in corporate America - Public Affairs, Learning & Development, Customer Service

▸ 4.5 years as an entrepreneur - Media Consultant, Videographer, Photographer

▸ Active volunteer mentor with High Aspirations

▸ I currently don’t have a Facebook account

PROGRAMS

▸ Zoom

▸ Video conferencing software that has advanced features.

▸ Switcher

▸ Mobile production studio at an affordable monthly rate.

▸ OBS (Open Broadcaster Software)

▸ Free computer based broadcasting software to stream anything from your computer.

BEHIND THE SCENES OF VIDEO STREAMING

PROGRAMS

ZOOM WEBINAR

▸ Pros

▸ Interactivity

▸ Dedicated audience

▸ Helpful features

▸ Works on all devices

▸ Cons

▸ Cost (Starts at $15/mo)

▸ Free limited version

▸ Cost

Tip: If you are singing or playing an instrument go to the advanced audio setting of zoom and turn on “Original Audio.” It will make you sound like people would expect if they were with you in person.

PROGRAMS

SWITCHER

▸ Pros

▸ Ease of Use

▸ Works with iPhones and iPads

▸ Clean presentation

▸ Free trial

▸ Very portable

▸ Cons

▸ Cost (Starts at $40/mo)

▸ No Android

▸ Cost

Tip: You can video chat with someone while streaming with Switcher and they can be on their computer or mobile device.

PROGRAMS

OBS (OPEN BROADCASTER SOFTWARE)

▸ Pros

▸ Flexible

▸ Free

▸ Mac/Windows compatible

▸ Cons

▸ Learning curve

▸ Not mobile (must use a computer)

▸ Learning curve

Tip: You can pre-record content and stream live using OBS. This helps remove the pressure of going live and making sure everything is perfect.

Q&A

TOOLS

▸ Audio Interface

▸ A device which allows your computer or tablet to use standard microphones.

▸ Microphones

▸ wireless, dynamic, condenser, booms, USB

▸ Video Capture Card

▸ A device which allows your computer to use a separate camera.

BEHIND THE SCENES OF VIDEO STREAMING

TOOLS

AUDIO INTERFACE

▸ Pros

▸ Can be mobile

▸ Great sound quality with “real” mics

▸ Helps reduce mic hum

▸ Cons

▸ Cost (Start at ~$120)

▸ Extra equipment to manage

▸ Some require drivers

Tip: Better audio is more important than better video quality.

TOOLS

MICROPHONES

▸ Pros

▸ Usually better than computer mics

▸ You can get USB mics that work great with a computer

▸ If wireless, you can be further from computer and still have good audio

▸ Cons

▸ Cost (Start at ~$30)

▸ Extra equipment to manage

▸ Some require audio interface

Tip: Phones have GREAT microphones!

TOOLS

CAMERA CAPTURE CARD

▸ Pros

▸ Better picture quality

▸ Different angles

▸ Works great with OBS

▸ Use almost any camera

▸ Cons

▸ Cost (Start at ~$120)

▸ Extra equipment to manage

▸ Most require drivers

Tip: Using a different camera angle adds depth to your video and can creatively engage your audience.

FINAL THOUGHTS

▸ Make time to learn new programs

▸ Discuss with colleagues to ensure the new program or tool meets your need

▸ Consider all the equipment you already own before you add new tools

▸ If you never start you will never get better!

Q&A