This year the Church Facilities Expo (CFX) will actually be the site of four separate conferences, rather than one conference with different learning tracks. This enables attendees to pay to attend just the conference they're interested in, or get an all-access pass...
Streaming
Reflectors & Three-Point Video Lighting
Over the last few years pretty much everyone was involved in some type of video streaming or at least attended numerous video meetings, or watched a documentary filled with interviews. When venues started streaming full-time they used whatever lighting they used for...
How Poor-Quality Church Sound Will Ruin Your Live Stream
As a person driven by visuals, I am passionate about creating top-notch video content for churches. However, I am also aware that the most crucial aspect of any church livestream is the quality of your church sound. It is the top priority to focus on if you want to...
Broadcast Audio: Are We Hearing What We’re Seeing?
We've all experienced attending a group event when someone is taking photos. After the event when you see the pictures, what's the first thing you look for? Yourself, of course. We all want to feel good about our presence in photographs. Some want to blend in, others...
Is Live Streaming Still Necessary for Your Church?
Recently, a large church in Portland, Oregon announced their decision to stop live streaming their worship services. The church still plans to share videos of the teaching portion of their Sunday services so people who cannot attend in person or who prefer to watch...
6 Keys to Help You Decide the Right Streaming Service for You
With so many different services available, how do you know which one is the best fit for your requirements? This article will help you choose. One of the most interesting things that has happened over recent times is an explosion in the number of churches and...
Fresh Video Ideas for Your Church
Incorporating new editing, streaming, and video techniques into your house of worship can greatly enhance the overall experience for congregants, whether they're attending in person or remotely. Many churches see success streaming or recording services to share online...
Understanding the Word “Broadcast” in a Church Setting
Understanding the terms “broadcast” and “cinematic” in the church setting can help you have a great online or streaming product
Christ Church of Short Hills Upgrades Streaming with Heavenly Results
When Christ Church of Short Hills (NJ) was looking to upgrade its streaming capabilities, to deliver quality live streaming and recorded broadcasts, it enlisted the services of JD Sound & Video. JD Sound and Video provides state-of-the-art sound, video and control...
How Video Streaming Works
The first websites were simple pages of text with maybe an image or two. Today, however, anyone with a fast enough Internet connection can watch high-definition movies or make a video call over the Internet. This is possible because of a technology called streaming....
Learning Series: Choosing the Best PTZ Camera for Church: A Definitive Guide
REGISTER AND DOWNLOAD NOW In this download, we will evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using a PTZ camera for church video production and live streaming. Firstly, we will discuss the scenarios when a PTZ camera system is the best option. Then, we will...
Matrox Video Announces KMLync Keyboard and Mouse Switch
Technology innovator Matrox Video® has announced the launch of the Matrox KMLync USB keyboard and mouse switch, which enables users to control multiple systems, or Matrox Extio™ 3 IP KVM devices, from their control rooms through a single keyboard/mouse setup. Key...
Improving Streaming Quality
When it comes to professional streaming, “high quality” and “professional” are nearly synonymous. There are several measures you can take to ensure that your video quality is the best it can be. Taking these measures will help you provide your viewers with the...
Lighting Design Concepts for Live and Streaming
Live production veteran Bill Di Paolo discusses how to arrange your lighting placement for the best results for live production and streaming. Topics will include proper light intensity, selecting the correct type of fixtures for your needs, and using LEDs vs....
The Essentials of Video Lighting
Best Lighting for Streaming If you’re in charge of your house of worship's live stream, or just someone who works from home and has a lot of Zoom calls, you’ve probably wondered if there’s an easy fix to make yourself look better on video without a fancy studio setup....
Video Editing from a Director’s Perspective
REGISTER AND DOWNLOAD NOW Let me start off with a confession: I can edit but choose not to. While I enjoyed the editing process and seeing what was in my head take shape on tape, I also quickly realized my skills in this area were limited and I functioned better when...
Defining Your Tech Team
Welcome back everyone, this month’s email question comes from Mark C. in Arizona, who asks, ” I recently became the leader of my tech team and I want to know how to make everyone more involved and more proactive”. Well Mark is not alone, this is a question I...
The Pros and Cons of Pre-recording your Church “LIVE” Stream
Let me start with a disclaimer - I love, love, love the Live TV experience. I thrive on Live. I have produced a lot of LIVE TV, maybe more than anyone I know, so I am not only a huge fan of it but I know how to do it well. There is nothing more satisfying than...
Roland Introduces VR-120HD Direct Streaming AV Mixer
Roland’s Professional A/V Division announces the VR-120HD Direct Streaming AV Mixer, the new flagship model in the acclaimed VR streaming switcher lineup. Offering extensive audio and video I/O, a large touchscreen, and hands-on controls, this portable unit...
Worship Facility Podcast: Copyright and Streaming Licensing Essentials
Want to stream a film clip or other copy-written material? Learn what to do when it comes to licensing, CCLI and other streaming copyright issues. Digital Great Commission Ministries Executive Director David Leuschner will dive into the different licensing companies,...
CFX is Looking for Worship Production Speakers
The 2023 Church Facilities Expo (CFX) is looking for church leaders who are passionate about helping others! Come share your tips and strategies that will help attendees build their skills and training so they can focus more on their mission and less on the...