PC-only video switcher to streamline Livestreaming
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
We use vMix Live Streaming Software to livestream our Sunday morning worship gatherings and to record other gatherings that occur and request that service. vMix Live Streaming Software integrates multiple inputs and does a great job making them available for volunteers of various levels. vMix Live Streaming Software also connects well with Vimeo, which is our video host and where we archive all livestreamed events. vMix Live Streaming Software works well with NDI inputs, USB audio, and HDMI inputs, so it handles our setup great.
Pros
- Livestreaming
- Video recording
- Input management
- Easy user interface
Cons
- Some unclear technical terms for volunteers
- Some elements of user interface are clunky in design
- PC-specific, no macOS version available
Return on Investment
- vMix Live Streaming Software has made our livestream reliable and consistent
- vMix Live Streaming Software has made volunteers more comfortable in making some production decisions
- vMix Live Streaming Software has been stable with very few lockups or crashes
Alternatives Considered
Vimeo Enterprise (Vimeo Livestream)
Other Software Used
Canva, Planning Center, GarageBand, Logic Pro X, Google Sheets, Google Drive