Hardware
Laptop or Desktop Computer (recommended)
Built-in or external camera and microphone
Device fully charged and plugged into power source
Dual monitor set-up (if screen-sharing)
Internet/Operating System
Up to date Chrome or Chromium based browser such as Microsoft Edge, and Brave (required) β Safari is not supported
Up to date Mac (preferred)/Windows OS
Wifi Speeds with 10 mbps upload/download speeds or ethernet cable (can be tested at www.speedtest.net)
Close all other browsers and tabs not necessary for live event
Close out of all applications such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.
Technical Checks
(to be done within an embedded Virtual Stage)
Dry Runs done on your website, with the machines and internet connections you're planning to use on the day of the event is the best way to discover and prevent issues for your event!
Run of Show Prep
Virtual Best Practices
Silence phone/smart-watch
Disable desktop notifications (if screen-sharing)
Phone number of event organizer
Good lighting and clean minimal background
Familiarize yourself with the tools - have fun and engage with the audience via Chat, Q&A, and Polls!
Now you are all set to have the best virtual live experience for you and the audience! For more information about being a presenter check out this article.