Behind the Stream: How We Broadcast the Black River Invitational Jiu-Jitsu Tournament Live
- Wade Clark
- Jun 2
- 1 min read
Updated: Jul 10
Live events are our bread and butter and we were thrilled to partner with the Black River Invitational to produce their 2025 tournament at the historic Lorain Palace Theatre.
The Challenge: This wasn't just a simple live stream. The goal was twofold:
Broadcast the entire tournament live online for hundreds of viewers at home.
Simultaneously project the live scores and tournament clock onto a large screen for the in-person audience.
The CVC Solution: Pulling this off required a blend of live event coverage, in-room AV, and robust streaming technology. We assembled a five-person crew to manage the production seamlessly:
The Right Gear for the Job: We used a mix of five cameras to capture every angle, including remote-controlled PTZ cameras and a wireless, gimbal-mounted camera that allowed our operator to move freely without disrupting the competition.
Real-Time Graphics: A dedicated graphics operator used ProPresenter software to display the scores and clock in real-time, keeping both the live and online audiences perfectly in sync with the action.
Professional Commentary: We outfitted two seasoned grapplers with broadcast-style headsets, allowing them to provide expert color commentary and add a layer of professional analysis to the stream.
This production was a perfect example of how our team creates an engaging experience for everyone, whether they’re in the room or watching from miles away.
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