From connectivity contingencies to multi-camera setups — everything we've learned from producing 20+ live events across the country.
Why Live Streaming in Haiti Is Uniquely Challenging
Live streaming anywhere requires technical expertise, careful planning, and backup systems. Live streaming in Haiti adds an additional layer of complexity: unpredictable connectivity, intermittent power supply, and venues that weren't designed with broadcast infrastructure in mind. We've streamed from hotels, open-air venues, government buildings, and remote community spaces. Here's what we've learned.
The Golden Rule: Never Rely on a Single Point of Failure
Every system that can fail will fail eventually. Your job in pre-production is to eliminate single points of failure before the event begins.
- Always have at least two independent internet connections (fiber + 4G backup minimum)
- Bring a generator — always — even if the venue promises reliable power
- Use a hardware encoder, not just software, for critical streams
- Test every cable, every connector, every camera two hours before guests arrive
- Have a dedicated technical director whose only job is monitoring the stream
The Pre-Production Checklist
Six weeks before the event:
- Site visit to assess power, internet infrastructure, and camera positions
- Confirm streaming platforms and create all necessary accounts and stream keys
- Design lower thirds, opening animations, and branded graphics
- Plan camera positions and movement — how many cameras, where, and what each one covers
One week before:
- Full technical rehearsal at the venue
- Test stream to all platforms at broadcast quality
- Brief all on-camera talent and moderators on technical requirements
- Confirm backup systems are operational
On the Day
Arrive at least 3 hours early. Never less. The time you save by arriving late will cost you ten times more in stress and errors during the live stream. Set up methodically, test everything twice, and brief your team on contingency protocols before the doors open.
After the Event
The stream recording is just the beginning. A professional post-event package should include a full event recording, a 2–3 minute highlight reel, individual clips of key moments or speakers for social media, and a written recap with key quotes. This multiplies the value of your live investment significantly.