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DIS Multimedia Productions Intro to Webcasting. November 21st 9:00-9:30 AM . What is Webcasting?. Webcasting is a live event 2 primary types of webcasting: Unicast – 1 stream per viewer: higher bandwidth usage Multicast – 1 stream for multiple viewers: Lower bandwidth usage
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DIS Multimedia ProductionsIntro to Webcasting November 21st 9:00-9:30 AM
What is Webcasting? • Webcasting is a live event • 2 primary types of webcasting: • Unicast – 1 stream per viewer: higher bandwidth usage • Multicast – 1 stream for multiple viewers: Lower bandwidth usage • Most agencies not multicast enabled yet • Need to monitor bandwidth: TESTING • Use of projected webcast to groups of people • Video On Demand (VOD) archived and available 24/7
DIS Webcast Packages • Basic Webcast • Intermediate Webcast • Advanced Webcast
Basic Webcast • Simple Interface • Basic Customizing of Graphics • Single Camera • Ideal for simple message where interactivity is not required
Basic Webcast Welcome to ourProgram
Intermediate Webcast • More sophisticated interface • Can include hot links to related websites • Can include program info, agenda, presenter bio, etc • Can download PDF, Word Docs, PowerPoint, etc • Live email to presenter • Multi-camera production
Advanced Webcast • Adds synchronized graphics (PowerPoint) • Controlled by presenter or other staff • Polling • Moderated Chat • Surveys • Facts • Q & A sessions
Preparing for a webcast • Meet with DIS staff to plan the event and determine which type of webcast would best meet your needs and your budget. • Pre-test with your agency to ensure success • Involve your technology people
Making a webcast work • Determining the right media for your audience • Get the word out to your staff and encourage them to participate • Have it re-purposed to DVD, CD, or Video on Demand for internal training sessions and convenience for all employees
Produced By DIS Multimedia Productions Renee Klosterman, Multimedia Productions Manager: 725-5130 reneek@dis.wa.gov Les Profitt, Senior Producer: 725-5120 lesp@dis.wa.gov