Choosing Desert Streams for your loved one's Funeral, Memorial Service, or Celebration of Life ensures a seamless live streaming experience. Desert Streams offers both technical expertise and compassionate support, going above and beyond to serve with care during life's difficult moments.
Hi, I'm Mike. With over 20 years of experience in the video industry, I began my career as a video editor and graphic designer, spending 11 years with established production companies before launching my own post-production company. Throughout my career, I have worked on a diverse range of projects, including TV spots, TV shows, corporate image, documentaries, and training videos.
In 2023, a friend who is a funeral arranger suggested that I offer live streaming services for funerals. Eventually, I embraced this idea as a side hustle. However, I soon realized that this career shift wasn't just a coincidence; I had discovered a vocation that resonated deeply with me and provided a path for healing from my own loss and grief. I went on to invest in more equipment and build the business into an established company dedicated to live streaming video for funerals, memorial services, and celebrations of life.
Through helping others, I have found my own healing. The connections I've made and the lessons I've learned along this journey have been among the greatest blessings in my life. I am immensely grateful for this experience and the meaningful relationships I have developed with individuals I would never have met if I hadn’t heeded my friend’s advice. I deeply appreciate all of my customers—past, present, and future—and am fully committed to supporting you during these difficult times.
We prioritize empathy and understanding in every service we provide, offering support whenever needed.
We are committed to building trust with families by offering reliable and professional live streaming solutions.
We strive to create the best experience for friends and family who are not able to attend your loved one's service in person.
For a typical live stream, I use a Panasonic Lumix GH5 DSLR camera paired with at least one of my NDX HX3 PTZ cameras with a 10x optical zoom, both remote-controlled for smooth pans and tilts. I use my DSLR camera for establishing shots as well as a safety/backup in case there are any issues during the live stream. I can always be sure that I have a backup recording on my DSLR's SD card. I switch between these cameras using a versatile portable switcher, which allows for various transitions and the integration of graphic titles and prerecorded videos. The setup includes an HD field monitor that feeds into a professional grade, dedicated streaming device, which is connected to two cellular modems and any available Wi-Fi networks. This device bonds the signals to ensure a reliable connection, even in remote areas. Finally, the signal is transmitted through a dedicated network that uses a proprietary protocol designed for the efficient delivery of audio and video signals. All of this is powered by a large power bank. I designed this setup to be able to live stream from the most challenging of environments, whether in a small chapel, large cathedral or remote cemetery. Whatever the situation, I'll be ready!
If you would like more information about our services or would like to schedule a live stream, just give us a call or send us an email to get started. We look forward to hearing from you.
