Your first broadcast: a checklist

A calm, prepared first show makes the next ones much easier.

Light

Face a window or put a soft lamp behind your camera. Avoid a bright window behind you: it turns you into a silhouette.

Sound

Choose a quiet room and test your microphone before going live. Turn off notifications on your phone and computer.

Camera

Place the camera at eye level and check what is visible in the background. Remove anything that could identify where you live, such as letters, photos or a view from the window.

Your first ten minutes

Greet people as they arrive, tell them your name and when you usually broadcast. You do not need many viewers on your first day. Consistency matters more than a perfect start.

Afterwards

Write down what went well and what you would change. Set your next broadcast time and add it to your profile.