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Six panelists speak from the stage when another panelis is seen on a large monitor during a hybid conference

Production Options for Virtual and Hybrid Conferences in 2023

Hybrid and virtual conference production options for give conference planners, speakers, and attendees flexibility.

November 28, 2022

A speaker on the stage is seen in the frame of one of the cameras during a live stream of a hybrid conference

Virtual Event Live Streaming FAQ

Have questions about going live? We’ve answered the live streaming and virtual event FAQs we receive most often.

November 19, 2022

A person playing guitar. Secure a music license for virtual events and video entertainment

Music in Virtual Events, Live Streaming and Videos

When selecting entertainment for media projects, remember a song download does not provide a music license for virtual events.

November 1, 2022

Photo sign made by human hands held together.

Plan and Schedule a Nonprofit Fundraising Video

To help you feel confident producing your next organizational or fundraising video, we’ve outlined the timeline to follow.

October 12, 2022

A moment from the Special Olympics Oregon Breakfast with Champions livestream shows the host in front of a large LED wall. Overlayed on the video is the nameplate and captions

Options for Live Stream Captions

Video captions benefit everyone. If you want to offer live captioning for virtual or live events and conferences you have many options.

July 14, 2022

Spotlight: Boys and Girls Clubs of SW Washington Hybrid Gala

The Boys and Girls Clubs of SW Washington’s hybrid gala welcomed guests as celebrities walking the red carpet.

June 29, 2022

A person sits at a desk in a production studio and talks to a camera. A videographer kneels behind the camera. How to prepare for an interview is one of the top video production FAQs.

Video Production FAQs

Our video production FAQs address timelines, length of videos, location selection, preparing for interviews, b-roll, social media, and more.

March 30, 2022

The AV Department event production team livestreams a fundraising gala. Tips to improve your hybrid event include creating separate experiences for both audiences.

5 Tips to Improve Your Hybrid Event

A successful hybrid event requires additional planning and scripting the details. Imporove your event with these five tips for hybrid events.

March 18, 2022

Green screens and LED Video Walls add impact to virtual events

Create Visual Impact with Green Screens and LED Video Walls

Want to create a big visual impact – even on a small computer screen? LED video walls can be used for dramatic effect while a green screen can transport your virtual host to any locale.

October 24, 2021

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