How to create a live webcast
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This article explains how to create a webcast through which to live stream to viewers or one that you can pre-record you presentation in.
This video tutorial will take you through all you need to know.
Instructions for creating a live webcast
Where - login to your admin area and select ‘Webcast’ from the left hand menu, then select ‘Create a Live Webcast’.
Details - enter the title for your webcast, presenter name and some details about the presenter to display in the bio information. You can group webcasts together, choose a group from the dropdown or create a new group.
Format - select a webcast source. You can choose from webcam, microphone audio only, telephone audio only (dial in) or an encoder if you are streaming from a live event using a pro camera crew (also used for mobile streaming).
Functionality - there are various functions you can switch on or off by using the slider buttons such as who’s here, chat, Twitter etc.
Using slides - you can upload a PowerPoint presentation to go with your video or audio. If there are any changes to your slides after you’ve uploaded them, you can overwrite them with a new file. You can also add them as a file for viewers to download, along with any other PDF documents which may be of interest.
If you wish to use video within your slides, please ensure this is embedded and is an MP4 format.
Look and Feel - you can add colour and images to your webcast. Details of the image size required are provided for each field.
Video - you can mix between your live stream and a pre-loaded video. Upload it ready to use.
Finalising your webinar - save your created webinar. The viewer URL you will see may be used for marketing purposes and the broadcaster URL is for the presenter to use live or to record with. You can edit the webcast if needed.
Please do get in touch to discuss your webcasting format with us to ensure you have chosen the best format for your needs.