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      How to Host and Manage a Restream Webinar on vFairs

      This guide will walk you through the steps to enter the Restream studio, customize your session, manage speakers, and go live on the vFairs platform.

      Restream provides a seamless way for hosts and speakers to go live and broadcast their content during virtual events. 

      Joining the Restream Studio as a Host

      1. Click on the Restream Host Link shared with you. It will open in your browser.

      2. Enter your name, enable your camera and microphone, and click Enter Studio to join.

      Once inside, the Restream Studio interface will appear, offering multiple options to manage and customize your session.

      Customizing Your Restream Session

      1. Branding & Graphics:

        • Add your brand’s logo (visible on the top right during the session).

        • Use Overlays, Video Clips, and Virtual Backgrounds to enhance the session.

      2. Chat Section:

        • Monitor and engage with attendee comments and questions.

      3. Captions:

        • Enable captions for accessibility.

      4. Screen Layouts:

        • Choose the best layout view for the audience.

      5. Screen Sharing:

        • Click Share Screen to display presentations or documents.

      6. Volume Controls:

        • Adjust your own and speakers’ volumes as needed.

      Managing Speakers in Restream

      1. Speakers join via a Guest Link shared with them.

      2. After entering their name and enabling their camera/mic, they will enter the backstage area.

      3. The host can add them to the stream whenever they are ready by toggling Add to Stream.

      4. Speakers can be spotlighted to appear in full screen when speaking.

      5. The host can adjust their volume, change the layout, or remove a speaker from the session if needed.

      Going Live & Ending the Session

      1. Click Go Live when you are ready to start broadcasting.

        • Note: There is a 30-second delay before the stream appears on the vFairs site.

      2. A countdown will start, and the session will begin streaming live.

      3. Click End Stream once the session is over.

      4. The session recording will start processing and can be downloaded afterward.

      Speaker Experience

      1. Speakers join using the Guest Link and enter their name, camera, and mic settings.

      2. They remain backstage until the host adds them to the stream.

      3. Once added, they appear on screen and can interact with the audience.

      4. When the host starts the LIVE session, a countdown appears, and the session starts streaming.

      5. The host controls the speaker’s visibility, volume, and layout during the session.

      Conclusion

      With Restream integration in vFairs, hosting a live session is seamless. Customize your session, manage speakers efficiently, and engage your audience to deliver a smooth and professional webinar experience.