Livestream Studio
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Compass Community Church pivoted to pre-recording service and publishing online. Once in-person services resumed, this process was time-consuming and redundant, so the decision was made to switch to livestreaming services. I proposed converting the under-used library space into a multipurpose creative space, and led the renovation and audiovisual integration efforts.
The Studio featured a versatile video recording space with multiple backdrops, in the middle was a flex workspace with movable sit/stand desks for Creative Team staff, and the other side was a livestream control control room with stations for graphics, broadcast audio, and video switching/camera control. The ceiling was fitted with two layers of soundproofing to separate it from the kid's activity spaces on the second floor, and acoustic dampening panels were placed around the room.
Equipment highlights: Allen & Heath SQ6 (broadcast mixer) and AR84 expansion, Dante audio network, BlackMagic Design ATEM 2ME Production Studio, Smart VideoHub 20x20, UltraStudio HD Mini, MultiView 4K, RESI RAY and PRISM Encoders, Canon camcorders + MultiCamZilla PTZ controls (legacy system).
- Video Switching/Camera Control: Operation of ATEM video switcher, HyperDeck Studio recorder, and MultiCamZilla PTZ heads were mapped to a single Logitech gamepad for ease of use.
- Broadcast Audio: Allen & Heath SQ6 with Dante for mixing livestream audio to both IMAG/multisite livestream and web livestream video feeds.
- Graphics: Overlay video/graphics for web livestream, looping directional/information digital signage during the week.
Right: Cafe/overflow room with IMAG video. SDI signal is distributed to TVs all around the building, both for IMAG on Sunday morning and looping directional/informational digital signage during the week.
Screen recording of visuals used in presentations to staff and board. The dynamic visuals greatly helped increase buy-in and drive engagement in the project.