OUUC Streaming Infrastructure Overhaul & Hybrid Worship Upgrade

Project Overview

Client: Olympia Unitarian Universalist Congregation (OUUC)

Location: Olympia, Washington + Online

Role: Lead Consultant & Technical Project Manager

Timeline: September 2020 – April 2023 (multi‑phase implementation)

Audience: Avg. weekly: 120 onsite • 180 online

Scope: Streaming overhaul • Volunteer training • Hybrid worship workflows

The Challenge

OUUC began the pandemic with limited A/V capability: a single fixed camera, an analog mixer, and no stable streaming process. They needed a sustainable, volunteer‑friendly system to deliver high‑quality hybrid worship and event broadcasts.

My Approach

• Led a rapid needs assessment covering audio, video, network, and accessibility.

• Mapped a phased upgrade path: emergency livestream triage → permanent A/V install → volunteer onboarding.

• Specified and installed PTZ cameras, a digital console, NDI network, and a vMix switcher workstation.

• Developed simplified run‑of‑show templates and step‑by‑step checklists for volunteers.

• Ran hands‑on training sessions and produced a volunteer operations guide.

The Results

• Livestream viewership increased 60% within three months.

• Volunteer team grew from 3 to 12 trained operators, ensuring weekly coverage.

• Hybrid worship now runs with three‑camera switching, balanced audio, and real‑time captions.

• Project finished under budget while remaining fully scalable for future events.

Reflection

Resource‑constrained organizations can achieve professional broadcast standards by pairing scalable tech with clear volunteer workflows. OUUC now streams inclusive, reliable services that connect its community onsite and online.

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