About
LiveControl is a managed live video production service that empowers organizations to broadcast professional-quality events without hiring or coordinating an on-site production crew. The platform ships a dedicated encoder that connects venues to a team of remote videographers who control PTZ cameras, switch between multiple camera angles, add graphics, and manage the entire live stream in real time — all from off-site. The solution is purpose-built for a wide range of industries: houses of worship streaming weekly services, universities capturing lectures and ceremonies, entertainment venues selling virtual tickets, government bodies meeting transparency mandates, conference organizers running multi-room events, and funeral homes providing memorial keepsake streams. LiveControl's dashboard centralizes scheduling, streaming destinations, video archives, and analytics in one place. An AI Scheduling (Beta) feature can automatically import upcoming events from an organization's website directly into the booking workflow. Streaming is delivered through a branded, private web player that supports live chat, unlimited storage, and viewer analytics. Remote audio engineering is also available as an add-on for a complete audiovisual production experience. A 24/7 support team is present during every produced event, ensuring reliability regardless of scale. LiveControl is ideal for organizations that want broadcast-quality output but lack the budget or staffing for a full in-house production team.
Key Features
- Remote Professional Videographers: Certified remote videographers control your cameras, switch angles, and manage your live production in real time — delivering a full crew experience with no one on-site.
- PTZ Camera & Multi-Cam Control: LiveControl's encoder gives the remote team full pan, tilt, zoom, and image control across multiple cameras, enabling dynamic live switching and professional broadcast quality.
- AI-Powered Event Scheduling: The AI Scheduling (Beta) feature automatically imports upcoming events from your website into the production dashboard, reducing manual booking overhead.
- Branded Live Streaming Player: Stream to a private, branded web player with live chat, unlimited video storage, and detailed viewer analytics — no third-party platform required.
- 24/7 Live Event Support: A dedicated support team is available around the clock during all produced events, ensuring technical issues are handled without disrupting your audience.
Use Cases
- A church live-streams its weekly Sunday worship service and special holiday events to remote congregation members without hiring a video crew.
- A university captures commencement ceremonies, guest lectures, and campus-wide events for on-demand viewing by students, faculty, and alumni.
- A government municipality streams city council and planning board meetings to meet accessibility and transparency mandates.
- A conference organizer runs multi-room professional live streams for a hybrid event, allowing virtual attendees to switch between sessions.
- A funeral home offers families a premium memorial live stream and keepsake recording as part of its service package, reaching relatives who cannot attend in person.
Pros
- No On-Site Crew Required: Organizations save significant staffing and logistics costs by relying on remote videographers instead of assembling an in-house production team for every event.
- Truly All-in-One Solution: Hardware, streaming software, remote production talent, and viewer analytics are bundled into a single subscription, simplifying vendor management.
- Broad Industry Coverage: Pre-built workflows and case studies for worship, education, government, entertainment, conferences, and funerals mean the platform adapts to specialized needs out of the box.
- Scalable to Any Event Size: From small weekly services to large multi-room conferences, LiveControl scales production complexity without requiring organizations to upgrade their on-site infrastructure.
Cons
- Subscription Cost May Be High for Small Organizations: As a premium managed service, LiveControl's pricing may be out of reach for very small nonprofits or community organizations with tight budgets.
- Requires Hardware Installation: Venues must install the LiveControl encoder and compatible PTZ cameras, which involves an upfront setup effort and potential compatibility considerations.
- Limited Creative Control: Organizations that prefer hands-on direction of their production may find the remote-managed model less flexible than having an in-house videographer on-site.
Frequently Asked Questions
What industries does LiveControl support?
LiveControl serves a wide range of industries including houses of worship, higher education, entertainment venues, government bodies, conference organizers, and funeral homes. Each vertical has tailored workflows and case studies to match specific production requirements.
Do I need to install any equipment on-site?
Yes. Each LiveControl subscription includes the LiveControl encoder, which is installed at your venue and connects your PTZ cameras to the remote production team. Setup is a one-time process, after which events can be streamed on demand.
How does remote video production actually work?
Once your encoder and cameras are set up, LiveControl's remote videographers log in at the scheduled event time and take full control of your cameras and production switcher in real time. They pan, tilt, zoom, switch angles, overlay graphics, and manage the live stream as if they were physically present.
Can I stream to my own website or social media platforms?
LiveControl provides a branded private web player for your streams, and the platform supports streaming to multiple destinations. You can configure your preferred streaming destinations within the production dashboard.
Is support available during live events?
Yes. LiveControl provides 24/7 support during all produced events. A dedicated support team monitors your production alongside the remote videographers to ensure everything runs smoothly from start to finish.
