
How to Hold a Virtual Press Conference During a Pandemic
An interactive virtual press conference requires livestreaming pros, a remote camera operator, and 1500 journalists on a video call.
Livestreaming technology gives you the option to broadcast your virtual event from anywhere while still meeting your event goals. Your engaging and successful virtual event can be produced entirely remote or filmed in-studio or on-location. As restrictions on gatherings ease, hybrid events will be a great option in 2021.
Rather than cancel, move your event online. Condense the content of your event and livestream from your home, office, event venue or our studio. Your presentation and activities are delivered through livestreaming to your online channel such as YouTube, or Vimeo. Or you can embed the video feed on your website.
Our team is an extension of your team. You’ll have a dedicated production manager, director, and technical producer working together to ensure a high-quality webcast run like a live television show, broadcast in 1080p, and delivered to your audience online. During the livestream, the technical producer seamlessly transitions between live and recorded content, adding graphics, overlays, picture-in-picture, and web page feeds.
Specific technical needs must be met for on-location livestreaming including access to power, a fast and reliable dedicated internet line, access to the port, and direct communication with the on-site IT manager. The internet line must be free of upload restrictions and firewalls (often encountered in office buildings.)
Sufficient space for equipment is required. Your location must accommodate 6-foot physical distancing at all times. Only people essential to the virtual event should be on set during the livestream.
As crowd size restrictions are lifted, hybrid events will become an interesting option for many organizations. You’d host a smaller group and provide a livestream for guests who are not able to attend. This is a great alternative for event planners who would like to utilize an event venue and capture the in-room atmosphere and excitement of the live event while reaching a larger audience. Looking for an example? Read about the Screentime Drive-In Gala.
In our studio and on location, our team takes all CDC-recommended safety precautions against the spread of COVID-19. Physical distancing is maintained, masks are worn, and hand sanitizer and antiseptic wipes are used. Each speaker is provided their own sanitized microphone and our equipment is cleaned before and after every use. Read more about our safety procedures.
Contact us if you want to learn more about turning your meeting or fundraiser into a virtual event.
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