A Presenter must join the stage through their unique Presenter link or be promoted from the audience in order to join the backstage a Sequel Virtual Stage. Here is what to expect for both options:
Join via Link
The Event Organizer may add a person as a Presenter via email through the Sequel Admin Dashboard. As soon as a person is added as a Presenter, an email will be triggered stating that they have been invited to Present! The email will have the subject line: You've been invited to present for [event name]
The Presenter will select Join event on the above email (or subsequent event reminder emails) to join the session directly embedded on your site with their Presenter access! The unique Presenter link in the emails will also be in the calendar invites they have on their calendar of the session.
Prior to joining the event, it is important to complete the Sequel Prep Checklist to assure you have all the hardware and technical requirements. Once you have obtained the link(s) of the event - you can set up your media device settings and join the Backstage!
Configure Your Settings
Prior to entering the backstage, you will set up your media device settings and event profile information. You can update your name, title, and avatar at any point before and during the live session via the Profile tab on the right of the stage!
You will set up your display name, avatar, and title. Your name and title will display on your name badge and lower-third over your video tile.
Name (this will appear on your name plate, chat, and more within the event)
Title (this will appear below your name on your name plate)
Avatar (this will appear next to your name in the chat)
Camera setting (to switch to an different camera, select the Settings wheel icon)
Microphone setting (to switch to an different microphone, select the Settings wheel icon)
Audio output (can be tested)
Optional noise cancellation (within the Settings)
Optional Virtual Background (within the Settings)
Once you've made your selection, you can select 'Continue'. Seqeul.io will check your network settings for a strong and stable connection.
Once the network checks are complete, you'll be moved Backstage. While Backstage, you cannot move onstage or enable your microphone. Once a Host moves you on stage, you can access your microphone.
Promoted from the Audience
Your Event Organizer may instruct you to register and join the event as an audience member. Once in the event, a Host can promote you to become a Presenter. When promoted, you will see a pop-up on your screen inviting you to the stage, which you will then accept. Keep in mind, when promoted to stage during a live event, you will automatically join backstage. Learn more about this flow here.