AUDIO BASICS
What system controls most microphones, music, and sound during service?
The PreSonus StudioLive 32 mixer.
What software is used to control slides, lyrics, Scripture, and lower thirds?
ProPresenter.
What program is used to help send the livestream online?
OBS Studio.
What should the media team do before service starts?
Check all equipment and prepare the service.
What is the goal of media ministry?
Support worship and the message.
What should you check first if the pastor's microphone is too quiet?
Check the mute status, fader, gain, battery, and channel level.
The running list of what happens during service and what ProPresenter should show.
What is a Service Order?
What device switches cameras and video sources?
The Blackmagic ATEM Mini.
What should you do if the pastor skips ahead?
Follow the pastor and adjust quickly.
Why is team communication important?
It keeps the service running smoothly.
What does the mute button do?
It temporarily turns off a channel's sound without changing the fader position.
What should the presentation operator do if the worship leader repeats a chorus?
Keep the correct lyric slide on screen and follow the worship leader.
What should the team check if the livestream has no audio?
Mix 14, OBS audio settings, and audio routing.
What should the team do if a video will not play?
Use a backup slide and keep moving.
What should media volunteers avoid during service?
Panic and distractions.
What mix controls the livestream audio?
Mix 14.
It gives speakers a preview of what is coming next.
the confidence monitor
What should the livestream operator do if the stream freezes but the in-room service is fine?
Quietly troubleshoot the stream while keeping the in-room service strong.
What should you do if the wrong lower third appears?
Remove it and load the correct one.
What is excellence?
Being prepared and doing your best.
What should you do if the audio meters are hitting red?
Lower the gain or fader to prevent clipping and distortion.
What should you do if the wrong slide appears on the main screen?
Stay calm, correct the slide, and keep following the service flow.
What should you check if online viewers say the stream is buffering?
Internet connection, OBS stream status, bitrate/settings, and network stability.
What should the media team do when problems happen?
Stay calm and work together.
What should the team do after mistakes happen?
Recover quickly and stay focused.