Zoom Backup Host Cannot Start Meeting

Having issues with zoom co-host starting the meeting? Check their permissions and your account to make sure your team is setup properly. Here’s another video and information from Zoom: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362603-Host-and-co-host-controls-in-a-meeting

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Zoom Recording Audio Out of Sync

Vicki has a zoom recording that falls in and out of sync…unfortunately there’s no way to fix it, you’ll have to go through and reclip it, or live with it. Dave then shares some advice to make sure it doesn’t happen again.

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Streaming On A Low End Computer

Annette is still have issues with her laptop running OBS and bringing in a camera via the canon utility (instead of a capture card). There’s 2 ways to approach this. First Justin recommends eliminating OBS and try streaming with Restream Studio to see if the computer can handle it better. Dave then walks through OBS […]

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Overflow Room Stream or Internal Network

When you have to setup an overflow room, should you stream it to the rooms on campus through youtube or social media? Or should you setup an internal network wiring? When it comes to school, Justin recommends getting parent permissions if you’re going to stream, even if it’s a private link. But streaming is easy […]

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Locating Computer Files Imported To Computer

Ever imported photos and videos into your computer and then LOST THEM!? Try these: Search your computer by file type Look at your files and sort them by newest first (if you just imported them) Try to re-import and see where the the default destination is Try searching by GPS or other metadata using software […]

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OBS Locking Up

OBS is locking up in stream, while using a Tricaster. However the camera viewfinder is not. Things to check: Is the camera frozen or the software? Check all cable connections are seated and secure Check the capture cards Check the USB inputs (and bus connections) Remember to locally record so you have a backup. Paul […]

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Can You Use Filmic Pro to Live Stream?

Filmic Pro is the best camera app on iPhone, wouldn’t it be great to live stream with it? In short, you can’t, Filmic Pro doesn’t live stream out. But Justin has an idea to make it work as a camera when you need it (live streaming software required) Plug your iPhone into your USB, as […]

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Zoom Alternatives: 2020 Guide

Searching for the best zoom alternatives? 2020 has brought us new hurdles to leap and while everyone is on Zoom, there might be better options for you… In today’s show, we’re diving into the top recommendations for video conferencing that aren’t Zoom, and breaking down the pros and cons of each.     In This […]

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Minecraft For Ministry

With the COVID-19 changing the way we do ministry, churches need to adapt to reach people where they are…online. Today we’re interviewing some of the team from Tate Springs Baptist Church and how they are striving to minister to kids through the Minecraft video game. About Tate Springs Baptist Church Tate Springs Baptist Church is […]

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Your Church And COVID-19

COVID-19 is changing the way we do church, and with it comes new obstacles and challenges. Let’s talk about how to get your message out to your community and shift your church culture to embrace what technology can bring. In This Video:  3:39 – Updates on what Justin & Dave are up to during these […]

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Church Live Stream Publishing Plan for 2020

Setting up your church live stream is just one piece of the puzzle… a church publishing plan will help your message carry further to more people. In today’s video, we’re giving you a step by step workflow to publish your church live stream and maximize its effectiveness on social media.   In This Video: Your […]

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How to Get More Viewers For Your Church Live Stream

If you use Social Media the right way, with your video(s), you can get more viewers of your video archives AND your Church’s Live Stream! Today Adam McLaughlin and Dave talk about strategies to help you get more views of your live stream…   About Our Guest: Adam Mclaughlin Born and raised in Canada, Adam […]

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The Best Church Live Streaming Software

There are dozens of live streaming software solutions available for your church… but which one is the best live streaming software for your church in 2020 and beyond? In today’s video, Dave breaks down the top 3 live streaming solutions you can use for your church… In This Video: The Best Live Streaming Software 0:50 […]

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Take Better Photos For Church Social Media

Do your photos for your church social media make you look boring, outdated…or worse, abandoned? Or does it look like an advertisement on your local business bulletin board? In today’s show, we’re discussing how to take better photos for your church social media profiles, giving more people insight into your church life and God’s involvement. […]

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How To Make Your Church Christmas Live Stream Better

There are only 5 weeks left till Christmas…is your church christmas live stream setup and optimized to show your fantastic service? In today’s show, we’re going through the 4 preparation stages you should undergo to have the best live stream for your christmas services.   In This Video, How To Make Your Church Christmas Live […]

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The Ultimate Church Live Stream Audit

You’ve got a church live stream running, but how do you check yourself to make sure it’s hitting all the right notes? In today’s episode, we’re giving you 7 checks to run your own church live stream audit.   In This Video, The Ultimate Church Live Stream Audit: 1:42 – What is a live stream audit? […]

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Fall Q&A

The leaves are changing colors, sweaters are breaking out (even in Texas), and we’ve all still got questions that need answers. Today we’re answering your submitted questions.   In This Video 2:00 – Our current fall projects… 5:05 – How do you prove your worth to your leadership in a tangible way? 16:18 – Quality or […]

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5 Church Photography Tips You Haven’t Heard

When it comes to taking better photos in church, let’s think outside the box to make your job easier. In today’s show we’re sharing 5 church photography tips that we haven’t seen anywhere else to help you get better pictures in church.   In This Video 1:30 – Dave makes it all about him… 8:03 […]

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Church Media Trends with AJaytheCEO

  Dave’s out today but you can’t have the Church Media Guys with only one guy talking about the latest church media trends… So today we’re talking with AJaytheCEO on church media trends and happenings going into 2020. About Our Guest: AJ Holmes   AJ’s mission here is to help any size church take advantage […]

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2019 Christmas Planning Essentials

Christmas season is fast approaching, have you started your Christmas planning yet? In today’s show, we’re discussing how to stage your christmas planning process so you can have successful, UN-stressful Christmas events.   In This Video: Christmas Planning Essentials 0:57: Catch up with Dave & Justin… 2:16: Justin’s experiments with Tik Tok… 13:53: Christmas preparations […]

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Dave & Justin Unplugged

Have you ever wondered if Dave & Justin have actual lives outside of CTA and work?  Nothing is off the table as today Dave & Justin talk about anything and everything going on in the world of church, ministry, and family…maybe even some politics too.   In This Video What’s with Justin’s hat? Is Justin […]

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How To Effectively Use Church Technology For Discipleship

Church technology isn’t just for the “big church” service anymore…you can use apps and tools to bring people together and enhance their small group experience. On today’s show, we have Lead Pastor Tim Steele breaking down how he’s leading a church of home groups across the country using technology to enhance the discipleship process.   […]

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