{"id":22347,"date":"2020-04-14T16:00:20","date_gmt":"2020-04-14T21:00:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/?p=22347"},"modified":"2025-03-21T12:39:25","modified_gmt":"2025-03-21T17:39:25","slug":"5-steps-to-get-set-up-for-online-performances","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/5-steps-to-get-set-up-for-online-performances\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Steps to Get Set Up for Online Performances"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"last-updated entry-meta\">Last updated on March 21, 2025<\/p><br>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to keep families and friends in quarantine and social distancing, life events still occur. Although most states have issued stay-at-home orders, the moments that are important to us all continue. Kids still celebrate birthdays, couples are still planning to be married, and we all know online meetings could use more flair. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many event planners from pros to soccer moms have shifted to seeking talent and entertainment for virtual events that are hosted on online platforms. Want a singing telegram? Skype them in. Need a caricature drawn? Set up a Zoom call and email the file. Technology allows us to continue to connect and celebrate all of life\u2019s milestones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you jump into offering virtual services to bring in those new gigs, take some time to ensure that you&#8217;re properly set up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-get-the-right-equipment\">1. Get the right equipment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take inventory of what you have on hand to see what will work for your virtual performances. While it may be difficult to spend money right now, we still wanted to offer a few suggestions for upgrading your equipment. Three essential pieces you&#8217;ll need for virtual services include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group half-indent\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"half-indent wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Good lighting.<\/strong> Check out this well-reviewed ring light for under $30. <\/li><li><strong>HD Webcam.<\/strong> A word of wisdom, the webcam on your laptop is not ideal. Techradar put together a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/where-to-buy-a-webcam\" target=\"_blank\">helpful article<\/a> on choosing a great webcam and where you can buy them.<\/li><li><strong>Great microphone.<\/strong> Sound quality is where to invest. If you&#8217;re using your laptop for virtual performances or webcasting, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluedesigns.com\/\">Blue Microphones<\/a> offer useful USB solutions.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-learn-to-use-online-meeting-platforms\">2. <strong>Learn to use online meeting platforms<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you talk about online meetings, there are three companies that stand above the rest: Zoom, Webex, and Skype. Each of them has different options and features, so take time to investigate each of them and be available to use all of them as the client needs. You can even record the event and send to the client afterward. While those may be the most popular, PCMag put together a list of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-video-conferencing-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">top 10 video conferencing software<\/a>. You may be able to offer a better option to your clients by exploring other programs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2103\" height=\"1425\" data-attachment-id=\"22365\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/5-steps-to-get-set-up-for-online-performances\/video-call-chatting-communication-concept\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/iStock-508060428.jpg?fit=2103%2C1425&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"2103,1425\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.5&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;Getty Images\/iStockphoto&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;NIKON D810&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Video Call Facetime Chatting Communication Concept&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1427806473&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;Rawpixel Ltd&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;50&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;100&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.008&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Video Call Chatting Communication Concept&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Video Call Chatting Communication Concept\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Video Call Facetime Chatting Communication Concept&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/iStock-508060428.jpg?fit=1024%2C694&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/iStock-508060428.jpg?fit=1024%2C694&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-22365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/iStock-508060428.jpg?w=2103&amp;ssl=1 2103w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/iStock-508060428.jpg?resize=450%2C305&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/iStock-508060428.jpg?resize=1024%2C694&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/iStock-508060428.jpg?resize=150%2C102&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/iStock-508060428.jpg?resize=768%2C520&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/iStock-508060428.jpg?resize=1536%2C1041&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/iStock-508060428.jpg?resize=2048%2C1388&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-check-your-internet-speed\">3. <strong>Check your internet speed<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nothing can ruin a virtual event quicker than buffered or choppy video feeds. <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.speedtest.net\/\" target=\"_blank\">Test your home internet speed<\/a> to ensure that it can handle streaming demands and when at all possible, connect directly to your modem or router with an ethernet cable rather than using wi-fi. If things aren&#8217;t running as fast as you need, try these <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.digitaltrends.com\/computing\/how-to-increase-your-internet-speed\/\" target=\"_blank\">ideas for improving your internet speed<\/a>. You can also figure out the best wi-fi channel for your router with <a href=\"https:\/\/pixelprivacy.com\/resources\/best-wi-fi-channel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">these tips<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you&#8217;ve got everything set, be sure to do a few practice-rounds with your gear, software, and connection to make sure the show is running smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-update-your-gigsalad-profile\">4. <strong>Update your GigSalad profile<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our GigSalad members and event planners alike have begun asking for virtual services, so we&#8217;re making changes to help facilitate that. You can now <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/promokit\/edit\/virtual-services\" target=\"_blank\">opt-in for virtual services<\/a> and display our new Virtual Services banner on your profile. We&#8217;ve also designed a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/promokit\/tools\/link-your-promokit#virtual-services\" target=\"_blank\">nifty badge<\/a> that you can add to your personal website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After you&#8217;ve opted in, take a few moments to&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/promokit\/edit\/start\" target=\"_blank\">update your profile<\/a>&nbsp;so it\u2019s clear that you\u2019re ready to help with virtual events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list half-indent\">\n<li>Edit your bio and overview and make some adjustments to reflect your new services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload new media that showcases your virtual ability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clear out fuzzy photos and grainy videos. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-market-your-new-services\"><strong>5. Market your new services<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This advice is nothing new, but with most of the planet glued to their screens, there&#8217;s no better time to leverage social media and get your business out there. Do Instagram Live sessions, Facebook Live shows, YouTube tutorials, and TikTok videos. On each one, let your audience know they can book you for virtual events! Check out a few more tips on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/6-social-media-tips-for-entertainers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">social media marketing for entertainers<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While this time in our society is difficult, you can still be innovative and entrepreneurial to move your business forward. 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