Multi-camera switching, streaming platforms and encoding, live audio and on-screen graphics — learn to run the full technical setup behind a live show or broadcast.
A live broadcast has no second take — if the stream drops or the switch is late, the audience sees it happen. This course trains you to run the full technical chain behind a live show, calmly and correctly, under real pressure.
You'll work with real vision switchers and streaming setups, building toward running the complete technical operation for a live event or stream.
How a live broadcast signal chain works, from camera to viewer.
Using vision mixers and switchers to cut live between camera feeds.
Bitrate, resolution, and streaming to YouTube, Facebook and custom RTMP.
Mixing and monitoring audio in real time during a live stream or broadcast.
Lower thirds, titles and on-screen graphics for a live show.
Internet requirements, redundancy planning, and troubleshooting a live connection.
Operating the full technical setup for a real live event or stream.
Notes, slide decks and practice videos for every module — unlocked as soon as you enroll.
Written PDF notes for every module, from your instructors.
Unlocks on enrollmentRecorded demonstrations and walkthroughs you can rewatch anytime.
Unlocks on enrollmentStream settings, checklists and reference sheets to work from.
Unlocks on enrollmentGraduates leave able to run a real live broadcast, start to finish. Here's what that opens up:
Operate the full signal chain from cameras to a live audience.
Cut live between cameras cleanly and on cue.
Configure and troubleshoot streams to YouTube, Facebook or RTMP.
Run lower thirds, titles and overlays during a broadcast.
Diagnose and fix live connection problems under pressure.
Join TV, church or event teams running live productions.
Hands-on learners who prefer working with real equipment
Filmmaking students who want live production skills
Career changers aiming for broadcast or media crews
Church, event or media teams running their own live streams
Registration, lessons and certification for Broadcast & Live Streaming happen on the IBTC e-learning platform. Create your account and pick this course to begin.
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