Webcasts
Taking full advantage of new communication technologies
Traditionally conference interpreters have supplied their services at conventional meetings with all the participants gathered in the same place. However, with the ever-increasing use of the Internet for such communications, there is a growing need for conference interpretation of webcasts.
Potential Applications of Webcasting:
- Annual Shareholder Meetings
- Analyst and Investor Updates
- Staff Meetings
- Special Announcements
- Urgent Communications
Webcasting with interpretation...
is especially suited for one-way communication to many viewers.
The events are typically fast-paced, packed with factual information and of short duration, hence presenting new challenges both for the clients and for the interpreters.
Only careful preparation will ensure optimal results
- Select a Webcasting provider who has experience serving events with simultaneous interpretation.
As a rule, local providers are better equipped to do this than remote suppliers; typically they have studio facilities where the interpreters can work in optimal conditions if they cannot work at the main site.
- For a multi-site event, organization is key.
Use one company for all related services. This will ensure that each venue is set up in the same fashion and will facilitate coordination.
- Since air time needs to be purchased and set aside, a tightly-scripted agenda should be prepared and adhered to.
Exceeding your time frame can be costly.
- Webcast events often involve multiple feeds; it is important that the interpreters receive either the actual sound broadcast over the original language channel, or an alternative feed of equivalent quality.
It is essential that all feeds be tested well in advance of the event.
For further information and for a referral to a qualified technical company, contact your Calliope Consultant Interpreter.
We have the necessary experience and can help you find the right solution.
