Whether it's a standard staff meeting or an in-depth training session, live streaming events for your business can be challenging. Although this technology is becoming more common, there is still quite a bit of preparatory work involved in a successful stream, and technological snafus can still occur. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to help the stream go smoothly. Before your next presentation, consider these tips.

How Can You Improve a Live Streaming Event?

1. Pre-Test With Conditions Similar to the Real Stream

On the day of your live stream, do a pre-test with the equipment and settings you'll be using. This test should include everything from making sure the URL works to synchronizing the sound and video. Aside from the personnel who will be on-camera, use what you'll be using during the event. Even switching out a microphone can cause delays or glitches. Give yourself at least an hour or two so there is enough room to correct any problems without delaying the event.

2. Start Early With Dynamic Visuals

On the big day, start the stream earlier than the event itself. You can do this about half an hour prior to the event if you have a small company or longer if you have a larger corporation with employees across multiple time zones. Loading the stream early gives employees reassurance that they have a working link to the correct digital location. Furthermore, give them something dynamic to look at while they wait. This could be a countdown timer or a promotional video for your company. Not only is this more interesting, but it also functions to check the quality of the connection. 

3. Provide an On-Demand Version

After the event is over, it's usually helpful to provide an on-demand version. This is useful for anyone who may have missed the event or who wants to review some of the information. Depending on the nature of the content and your industry, you may wish to make the file downloadable, or at least streamable at any time. 

When you need a professional videographer for your company's live streaming events, contact Studio 25 Productions in Newnan, GA. For more than 25 years, they've worked on projects for businesses and individuals throughout the Metro Atlanta area. Aside from live streams, their experienced team is also available for projects such as corporate training videos and promotional material. See some of their previous projects online, and call (404) 200-3842 if you have any questions.