It’s only live once. Make it memorable.

Quality Matters.

Live streaming is no longer a novelty - but quality matters. More than 50% of live streaming viewers leave a low-quality stream in 90 seconds or less. Our live production team come from- and continue to work in- broadcast, on a variety of award-winning programmes for UK & international broadcasters.

We bring a different approach to your stream - working from the ground up to make it stand out. That’s why we’re trusted to produce and broadcast hundreds of live, hybrid & virtual events every year.

Project Showcase

The Great British Pub Awards

After being approached in 2021 to produce a simple hybrid award show, Optical Media has transformed The Great British Pub Awards into a multi platform experience for the last three years, with a full 30 minute pre-awards show for online viewers to be fully immersed in the awards through their own bespoke experience.

The awards themselves - hosted in 2023 by Edith Bowman- were covered by seven cameras, working in tandem with the external AV supplier to provide a seamless online experience, plus an events highlights film delivered the next day.

The Complete Solution

We always craft bespoke solutions for each project we work on.

From the word go, we will work with you to bring innovative and creative ideas to your project. Our aim is to go above and beyond ordinary production standards, focusing on creating content that not only meets but also surpasses audience expectations.

This approach ensures your event stands out, leaving a lasting impression and truly captivating your audience.

  • We pride ourselves on our virtual event expertise - with a portfolio of over 300 virtual events.

    Our team has the capability and flexibility to scale with your specific requirements.

    Our service includes the creation of dynamic on-screen graphics, show scripts, detailed running orders, live interactivity with viewers and speaker coaching, ensuring a seamless and professional experience for every event.

    We can stream to any destination- from video conferencing software to social media, your own website or a dedicated private page, and bring in remote guests using our dedicated software, providing a seamless experience for viewers and delegates. With live commenting and Q&As to interactive quizzes, polls and panels, we can bring your virtual audience to the heart of the conversation, leaving them engaged and entertained.

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  • Hybrid events have transformed the events world, making it easier to reach a global audience, boosting your sustainability credentials and mitigating logistical issues.

    Our approach to hybrid events is centered on creating interaction, engagement, and delivering a high-quality experience for every attendee. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, using our broadcast background to ensure the virtual attendees experience online is as captivating as the in-person experience in the room.

    We can stream to any destination- from video conferencing software to social media, your own website or a dedicated private page, and bring in remote guests using our dedicated software, providing a seamless experience for viewers and delegates. With live commenting and Q&As to interactive quizzes, polls and panels, we can bring your virtual audience to the heart of the conversation.

    Our team works in tandem with other stakeholders for all aspects of the event, both in-person and online. This comprehensive coordination guarantees a smooth, cohesive experience on the ground and online.

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  • Every venue has a capacity limit, but a live stream offers an endless audience opportunity.

    We are committed to ensuring that every aspect of the live stream meets the highest standards of production. This commitment is reflected in our meticulous planning and execution. Thanks to our live broadcast background we are well versed in dealing with tight turnarounds and last minute changes.

    As standard, our service includes developing detailed running orders, providing broadcast standard cameras, bespoke graphics & ultra reliable streaming equipment.

    We coordinate seamlessly with external providers like AV Companies and the venue teams for a smooth, cohesive experience - so you can concentrate on the details and trust us to deliver.

    We can stream to any destination - from video conferencing software to social media, your own website or a dedicated private page. A high quality live stream unlocks new revenue opportunities, with paid-for ticketed streams or sponsor advertisement spots.

    The result is a quality audience experience that is memorable, engaging, and exceeds expectations, fostering a deeper connection between your event and its audience.

Project Showcase

Shared Services Conference

Since 2022, we have been trusted by multi award-winning event agency Audience to design, produce and stream one of their highest profile clients - global professional services network Deloitte.

Taking place in a different European city each year, the SSC brings together multiple service lines from Deloitte over two days, to foster new ideas & partnerships, be inspired by renowned speakers, network with colleagues and celebrate their successes over the last 12 months.

Why stream with us?

BROADCAST ANYWHERE

Wherever you want your audience to watch - from social media and company websites to video conferencing platforms- we can send your output to multiple destinations at the same time. We can even set up a bespoke site for your stream with interactive features such as live chat, polls and quizzes.

INDUSTRY LEADING TEAM

We know live broadcast - and have 25 years combined experience, racking up thousands of hours of live TV. Our team have worked and continue working on a raft of award-winning programmes including Good Morning Britain, Euro 2020, ITV News, Formula 1, The Great British Bake Off and SailGP.

ELEVATING YOUR PRODUCTION

We give every production a polished feel with opening videos, music, bespoke graphics and more. We can work with your speakers to make their presentation decks more broadcast friendly, tailoring your content to your audience’s preferences, coach your facilitators for speaking on camera, and help edit your scripts into broadcast friendly language

LIVE AUDIENCE DATA

60% of leading marketers agree getting real-time audience feedback is a key benefit to live video - learn your audience’s habits with live video analytics. Key data including viewing locations, platforms, watch time and view count will be available instantly after your event.

We’d love to talk to you about your project.

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