Live Stream Launch Pack

If you’re someone who serious about live streaming — but keeps putting it off — this guide will help you start confidently, without expensive gear, editing, or overthinking.

The OBS Livestream Starter Pack

Go Live in Under an Hour — Even If You’re a Complete Beginner

💬 Welcome

If you've ever felt overwhelmed trying to figure out OBS… you're not alone.
This guide will walk you step-by-step through everything you need to go live — fast. No fluff. No guesswork.

By the time you finish, you’ll have:

  • A clean, professional OBS setup

  • Confidence to hit “Start Streaming”

  • Tools to avoid the rookie mistakes that trip most people up

Let’s go.

SECTION 1: Quick Setup Guide – Go Live in Under 1 Hour

 

✅ Step 1: Download OBS

Go to https://obsproject.com
Choose your platform (Windows, Mac, Linux) and install.

✅ Step 2: Open OBS and Run Auto-Configuration

  • Launch OBS

  • Go to Tools > Auto-Configuration Wizard

  • Choose “Optimize for streaming”

  • Follow prompts and apply the recommended settings

✅ Step 3: Connect OBS to Your Platform

To stream on YouTube:

  • Go to Settings > Stream

  • Select YouTube - RTMPS

  • Click Connect Account

  • Log into your Google/YouTube account

  • Done.

✅ Step 4: Add Your First Scene

  • In the Scenes box, click the + and name your scene

  • In Sources, click + > Video Capture Device > choose your webcam

  • Add Audio Input Capture > choose your mic

  • Optional: Add Text or Image overlay (logo, title, etc.)

✅ Step 5: Hit Start Streaming

  • Check audio levels

  • Look at the preview window

  • Click Start Streaming

🚀 You’re live!

🖼️ SECTION 2: Done-for-You Layouts for Any Type of Stream

 

🎙️ Talking Head (Solo Host)

  • Camera full screen

  • Lower-third text title

  • Optional logo in corner

🖥️ Screen Share + Camera

  • Main screen: PowerPoint or browser window

  • Picture-in-picture webcam box

  • Use a border or drop shadow around webcam for polish

👥 Interview (Split View)

  • Use third-party tool like Zoom, Ecamm, or Riverside

  • Capture window with Window Capture source

  • Add guest name titles with Text

⏳ Countdown Scene

  • 3–5 minute countdown using a video file or browser-based timer

  • Background music (royalty-free)

  • Shows you're professional and gives viewers time to join

     

🎙️ SECTION 3: Gear & Software Cheat Sheet

 

🎥 Cameras

  • 💰 Budget: Logitech C920

  • 💡 Pro: Sony ZV-E10 + capture card

🎤 Microphones

  • 💰 Budget: FIFINE K669B USB mic

  • 💡 Pro: Shure MV7 or Rode PodMic + interface

💡 Lighting

  • 💰 Budget: Ring light or soft LED panel

  • 💡 Pro: Elgato Key Light or GVM 2-pack

🛠️ Audio Tools

  • Krisp.ai – Removes background noise

  • VoiceMeeter Banana – Audio routing for advanced control (Windows)

     

📋 SECTION 4: Stream Settings Checklist

 

Use these for 1080p YouTube livestreaming:

  • ✅ Resolution: 1920x1080

  • ✅ Bitrate: 4500–6000 Kbps

  • ✅ Encoder: Hardware (NVENC) if available

  • ✅ Keyframe Interval: 2

  • ✅ Audio Sample Rate: 44.1kHz

  • ✅ FPS: 30 (or 60 if your camera supports it)

🎯 Bonus Tip:
Test your upload speed at [speedtest.net] — you want at least 10 Mbps for 1080p streaming.

SECTION 5: 7 OBS Mistakes That Will Crash Your Stream

  1. Forgetting to click Start Streaming 😅
    Sounds silly — but it happens a lot.

  2. Using default mic (laptop)
    Always select and test your real mic.

  3. Dropping frames = wrong bitrate
    Lower your bitrate if your upload speed is low.

  4. No scene transitions
    Add a quick fade between scenes for a polished look.

  5. Ignoring audio sync
    Check mic sync vs. video using OBS’s sync offset.

  6. Streaming in low light
    Poor lighting = poor quality, even with a good camera.

  7. Multitasking while streaming
    Close unnecessary programs. OBS is resource-hungry.

🎯 SECTION 6: What to Do After You Go Live

Livestreaming is just the beginning. Once you’ve mastered OBS, here’s what to focus on next:

  • 💡 Add branding overlays and animations

  • 📈 Repurpose livestreams into YouTube videos or shorts

  • 🎯 Use livestreams to teach, sell, or build your audience

  • 🔁 Create a weekly show format

  • 📚 Build your livestream strategy

Want help going from “beginner streamer” to pro video creator with a livestream system that grows your platform?

🚀 Next Step: Join the Full Program

🎓 Video 360

The complete system for launching your livestream, building a content machine, and growing your platform with YouTube.

Join Video 360

  • Start live streaming and/or recording like a PRO
  • Start your channel from scratch
  • Earn income in as little as 30 days
  • Learn how to structure your videos
  • Get results with proven strategies
  • Learn how to find equipment that fits your budget
  • Edit videos with easy to use software
  • Create thumbnails and learn basic photo editing
  • Learn how to script your videos
  • Live coaching within the Video 360 Community
  • Support within the course

 

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