Live Streaming

Real-time video broadcast. Higher engagement than pre-recorded but less forgiving—no second takes.

Ecamm Live

Mac-only streaming software. Professional features without the complexity of OBS. Good for solo creators and small teams.

Audio Routing — Ecamm can pull from multiple audio sources. Route music, sound effects, and microphone separately. Takes some setup but enables polish.

Stream Deck Integration — Ecamm has a dedicated Stream Deck plugin that gives you physical buttons for switching scenes, going live, playing videos, and toggling overlays. One button press instead of hunting for the right menu. Essential for solo streamers who can't fumble with a mouse mid-broadcast. Get the Elgato Stream Deck on Amazon →

Rodecaster Pro — Hardware mixer that pairs well with Ecamm. Physical controls for levels, sound effects, and phone callers. Overkill for simple setups, essential for complex shows.

Platforms

YouTube Live, Facebook Live, LinkedIn Live, Twitch. Each has different audiences and features. Go where your people are.

Equipment

Same Gear and Equipment as other video—good audio matters most. Wired internet connection if possible. Backup plans for technical failures.

vs Pre-Recorded

Live creates urgency and interaction. Pre-recorded allows editing and polish. Many creators do both—live for engagement, edited highlights for YouTube evergreen content.

Recording Live Streams

Always record locally in addition to streaming. Stream quality can drop; local recordings stay clean. Repurpose into clips afterward.