Biographical Information
Shawn Lam
Owner, Shawn Lam Video
Shawn Lam (video at shawnlam.ca) runs Shawn Lam Video, a Vancouver video production studio. He specializes in stage event and corporate video production and web delivery.
Articles for Shawn Lam
How to Create Custom Picture-by-Picture Looks for Remote Streaming Production
07 Apr 2021
If you're looking for a way to elevate your livestreaming productions beyond what clients can do themselves, then you will want to take over more control in your productions, starting with the PxP and PiP looks, using external hardware and/or software. The benefit of this approach is that your recordings will generate a standard HD signal for later editing and on-demand viewing on different platforms.
Zoom as a Pro Production Tool
07 Oct 2020
Pandemic-era social distancing and the pivot to remote production have brought Zoom into the mix for many live producers who might have never used it before. Live X's Corey Behnke, SLV Live's Shawn Lam, and LiveSports LLC's Jef Kethley discuss how Zoom has entered their workflows in this clip from Streaming Media West Connect 2020.
Review: Blackmagic ATEM Mini Video Switcher
08 May 2020
With their new ATEM Mini video switcher, Blackmagic Design has packed thousands of dollars of value into a $295 appliance that costs less than buying many of its individual constituent parts.
How to Master the Art of Digital Audio Mixing for Hybrid Events
08 May 2020
Mixing audio for a video recording or live stream involves many of the same techniques and equipment, but each has different production standards and you don't have to worry with live sound reinforcement using loudspeakers. In this article, I explain my approach to mixing audio for both of these environments at the same time.
Tutorial: How to Leverage IBM Watson Media’s Latest Interactive Webcasting Features
17 Apr 2019
The live-streaming platform formerly known as Ustream now lets users add slides and captions to their videos. We take a deep dive into these features and also discuss ongoing issues with its polls and registration gate.
Advanced Features to Consider When Choosing a Video Host
01 Apr 2019
Choosing a video host for an online production means considering a balance of features, cost, and ease of distribution. This article highlights a range of solutions depending on the needs of the project and client.
Review: NewBlueFX Titler Live 4 Complete
18 Oct 2018
Titler Live Complete 4 is a very powerful on-air graphics solution that is surprisingly affordable, easy to use, and easy to connect with several video switchers and data sources.
Tutorial: Live Event Streaming with the Roland V-60HD, Part 2—Smart Tally and Auto-Mixing
16 Oct 2018
In Part 2 of this 2-part series, Shawn Lam discusses two key features of the V-60HD: Smart Tally and Auto Mixing.
Tutorial: Live Event Streaming with the Roland V-60HD, Part 1--Overview
16 Oct 2018
In Part 1 of this 2-part series, Shawn Lam introduces the V-60HD and discusses its compact size, versatility, and AUX outputs.
Review: Magewell USB Capture HDMI 4K Plus
17 Sep 2018
Video producers, consider making the Magewell USB Capture HDMI 4K Plus video capture dongle for 4K cameras part of any laptop-based webcast workflow.
4K Webcast Workflow: Acquisition to Delivery
11 Jun 2018
Unsure where to start with 4K video? Read this for expert advice on the entire ultra-high definition video workflow, from video camera selection to encoding considerations.
Mastering a Hybrid Log Gamma Workflow for Live HDR Video
27 Apr 2018
Sooner or later, any event producer might be asked to create a live video stream with an HDR viewing option. This primer on Hybrid Log Gamma workflows is a good place to start.
How to Produce Interactive Webinars on a Webcast Platform
25 Apr 2018
Traditionally, producing interactive webinars has required pricey services that offer Q & A, polling, participant management, and other features unavailable on mainstream platforms. As an alternative, learn how IBM Cloud Video delivers a webinar-like experience.
NAB 2018: Vimeo Talks Livestream Acquisition, Integration
23 Apr 2018
Streaming Media's Shawn Lam and Vimeo's Mark Kornfilt discuss Vimeo's acquisition of Livestream and implications for the Vimeo platform.
Review: Blackmagic Television Studio Pro HD
22 Jan 2018
This is the first ATEM model that isn't a rackmount switcher but rather an all-in-one switcher with hardware control panel.
The 4K First Mile: Launching 4K Streams
26 Sep 2017
Discover what it takes to produce an on-location 4K live stream webcast, including camera selection, video cables, video switching, capture cards, webcast encoder options, bandwidth requirements, and more.
How to Choose a Video Capture Card for Live Switching and Streaming
20 Apr 2017
This article explains what features to look for when choosing a capture card to incorporate into your live switching and streaming workflow.
How to Assemble a 4K Switching and Webcasting Solution for Less Than $5K
18 Apr 2017
This article will discuss how to assemble the essential components of a 4K live-switched webcasting workflow packed with as many features as you can for under $5,000.
Stream Multicam HD From a 4K Camera Using vMix 4K Virtual Inputs
11 Jan 2017
Imagine getting multicamera results from a single camera that doesn't require an operator. Well, it's a reality: With vMix, producers can get a single 4K video camera to act like multiple virtual HD video cams.
Review: Sony PXW-FS5
28 Apr 2016
Talk about a rave review: This Sony delivers everything needed in a professional video camera: Sony's large-sensor, an interchangeable-lens, and 4K-capable PXW-FS5 XDCAM Super35.
How to Manage and Integrate On-site and Off-site Audience and Presenter Interactions in Live Webcasts
27 Apr 2016
Producers face unique demands when managing both live and online audiences and presenters at the same time. Here are two different methods for achieving excellent results.
How to Choose Video Converters and Scalers for Live 4K and HD Production
01 Dec 2015
Signal conversion is required in most live HD video productions, and this article will discuss how to convert modern and legacy video signals to the most common outputs required in modern HD and 4K broadcasts.
Presenting Streaming Media's Gear of the Year, 2014-15
21 Apr 2015
Some of our top writers studied the gear releases from the past 12 months to honor the most interesting, innovative, and altogether breakthrough video products and technologies.
How to Integrate Real-Time Social Media with Streaming Video
07 Oct 2014
Integrating social media boosts engagement and encourages viewers to use their second screens to interact with content producers and other viewers.
How to Develop a Viable 4K Production Workflow
09 Jun 2014
Since the NAB conference in April, 4K workflow options have swelled. Here's a look at the hardware, recording media, and codecs needed to produce and stream 4K video.
Produce a Professional-Quality Webcast
22 Feb 2013
It's all about finding the right technologies and creating the best workflow, especially when streaming live video.
A Buyer's Guide to Video Production Switchers
21 Feb 2013
Spend a little or spend a lot -- there's a tremendous price range -- but be sure to ask these questions before you buy a production switcher.