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Wednesday June 17, 2009

     
9:00am

Opening Session: Why We're All Here - TFWS1
Come together to map out a game plan for the InfoComm conference. Gain perspective about what you will learn and strategize about how to maximize your schedule. This session will also feature guest speakers who will encourage and inspire you to reinforce the reason why your are here.
     
10:00am     
Basic Acoustics for Houses of Worship - TFWS2           
The key to House of Worship acoustics involves an understanding of the existing architecture and the various applications intended for the room. Properly designed acoustics will result in speech and music being heard and understood, thus communicating the message efficiently.
Taught by Gavin Haverstick

Introducing Change Without Offending "Almost" Anyone - TFWS3           
This class discusses and looks at the paradigm shift that takes place when change is implemented from a traditional to contemporary style of worship experience…philosophically and technically. This class will cover the non-negotiable aspects of building healthy technical teams, both spiritually and in task, Vision and Mission, Your Target Audience, Behind Every Healthy Team Is A Healthy Leader, Communication Techniques, Avoiding Burn Out, Growing Spiritually Comes Before Task as well as how to subtlety introduce technical media tools of audio, video, lighting and stage applications and more.
Taught by David Rauch, Principal Consultant, Bridge Communications

Video Formats for the Web - TFWS4           
In this session we will discuss the different types of video formats, bit rates, encoding programs and compression methods. You will learn how to successfully use these formats to deploy the best–looking media content for your website to reach a broader audience. We will deal with the entire process, from selecting the right video format and encoding tools to calculating the right bitrates and compression ratios. Attendees are encouraged to bring a laptop for one-on-one interaction and group participation during this session.
Taught by Marcus Singleton, Media Technologies Consultant, Speaker, Technologies for Worship Conferences


1:00pm
     
Behind the Board- Under the Gun - TFWS5           
Anyone who has been charged with running the audio console for their church has inevitably had to face some challenges. In many ways, this job can be one of the most stressful on the worship tech team. In this seminar we will talk about ways to be prepared for the task of mixing behind the board while under the gun.
Taught by Donnie Haulk, President, Audio Ethics, Inc.

Defining the Role of Tech Director - TFWS6           
Knowing how important the use of technical media tools are in today's worship experience, a leader that can drive the technical media area "technically", and also build, sustain and nurture "spiritually" healthy technical teams is equally as important. We will discuss the role that a Technical Director can, and needs to take to achieve success in bridging and supporting the word of God through the use of the technical tools and their teams. We will also discuss leadership qualities, wanted expectations from both the church and the Technical Director, salaries and team building musts.
Taught by David Rauch, Principal Consultant, Bridge Communications

SUPER SESSION: Prepare Your Facility for Multisite - TSS1           
During this session, we will talk about the concept of multisite, and why it has worked for certain congregations . We'll discuss the planning process, the goals and the technical infrastructure needed to accomplish a multi-site solution effectively. Learn the challenges and the benefits from case studies of different churches who have these types of solutions in place. We will draw insights from both small and large churches with multi-site setups for this seminar.
Taught by Dan Stark, President, Stark Raving Solutions


3:00pm
     
Wireless Microphones for Houses of Worship - TFWS7           
Recent changes to the radio spectrum may have significant impact on the operation of wireless systems in House of Worship applications. These changes include the transition to DTV, the 700 MHz spectrum reallocation, and the approval of "White Space Devices." This session will clarify these changes, how they may affect your operations, and how to get the best results from your wireless systems going forward.
Taught by Tim Vear, Senior Applications Engineer, Shure Inc.


5:00pm          

Video Production 101 - TFWS26
This seminar will address video production technologies for the house of worship. We’ll cover a myriad of topics including: projection systems, worship graphics software, confidence displays, IMAG systems, multi-site, multi-venues, content creation, digital signage, web-streaming and more! If you want to better understand the function behind the video production technology being used in today’s houses of worship, this workshop is for you!
Taught by Justin Ross, Director of Business Development, Stark Raving Solutions

Managing the Uncertainties Of A Changing Economic Environment - TFWS9
Is a session designed for both buyers and sellers of technology. This workshop reviews what happened to our economy in the last half of 2008, how it has impacted financial decision making in general and what strategies have emerged that enable organizations to manage through a protracted economic downturn.
Taught by Russ Munson, Vice President, National City Media Finance

6:30pm          

Roundup: An Overview of What Was Learned

Thursday June 18, 2009     


10:00am


Leading A House of Worship Media Upgrade - TFWS13      
During this seminar, we'll discuss how to define and articulate a vision: What is your goal? Is it realistic? Work to understand the cultural impact you are making by building on past success and differentiating from past failures. Plan for success by building an effective technology plan and harnessing positive momentum.
Taught by Justin Ross, Director of Business Development, Stark Raving Solutions      

Managing and Lowering Stage Volumes - TFWS14     
Stage volume is a major consideration for houses of worship, especially when you have live music as part of your services. How can you solve the inherent issues with too much ambient stage noise? What is the right blend of technology to get the best sounding mix? How can you configure your set up to accommodate different worship styles? In this seminar we will cover these questions and more, and then we'll talk about technology and signal flow scenarios that will help to bring out the best in your performances!
Taught by Jeff Jones, CTS, Audio and Acoustic Design Engineer, Stark Raving Solutions      



1:00pm

White Spaces in Worship: Plain and Simple -TFWS24           
You've most likely heard the term White Spaces by now. Do you know what it means? Do you know whether or not White Spaces will effect your house of worship? To help you understand what's really happening out there, this seminar will provide a clear, concise overview of this issue. Attendees will be better equipped to handle the real challenges after gaining insight into the history, current developments and the defining of terminology that this seminar will provide. Bring your questions and your curiosity!
Taught by Ray Rayburn, K2 Audio
     

SUPER SESSION: Enhancing the Experience: Developing Immersive Atmospheres Using Video - TSS2
Video is quickly becoming an integral part of the modern worship experience. To do it right, you'll need to talk about everything- from goals to gear. Do you want to create an IMAG experience? Want song lyrics projected on eye-popping visual backgrounds? What is edge-blending? What software should you use? Rear or front screen projection? Do digital signs fit into this? In this intensive Super Session, we'll talk about how to create impacting video solutions, in a 'goals to gear' format that will make sense to all attendees. Communication, content, and connectivity will all be studied as we determine the best way for your house of worship to create a fully immersive atmosphere with these integral technical tools.
Taught by Kent Morris


3:00pm
     
Moving Lights 101 - TFWS16           
In this seminar we will discuss the types, uses and terms behind moving or intelligent lighting to today's house of worship in plain straightforward language. Care and feeding of the equipment along with the pro and cons of moving lights versus a conventional lighting rig. We will also discuss staff needs and congregational concerns. A fixture will be available for "exploration". This is a beginner to intermediate level tech course with no prior lighting experience necessary.
Taught by Tony Hansen, Lighting Designer/System Consultant, TECHNI-LUX INC.


5:00pm     

Case Studies in Systems Integration for Houses of Worship - TFWS18            
This workshop examines 3-4 different system integration projects at real churches. We’ll begin by looking at the main drivers and key challenges on each project. We’ll describe how these items were dealt with successfully or not, and how they affected the outcome of the overall project. Finally, we’ll look at what lessons were learned on each project, so participants are better equipped for future success.
Taught by Dan Stark, President, Stark Raving Solutions; and Justin Ross, Director of Business Development, Stark Raving Solutions

Mixing for Worship - TFWS19           
Most modern worship venues require a sound reinforcement operator/mixer. This role has a major impact on the live worship experience, and may be as much art as it is science. In this session, we'll discuss console techniques that lead to an audio mix that supports excellence in corporate worship. Topics will include proper console gain staging to blending, tonal shaping, dynamics processing, creative effects, and more. Also included will be a look at loudness perception as it applies to the worshipper.
Taught by Kent Margraves


6:30pm          

Roundup: An Overview of What Was Learned

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Friday June 19, 2009

     
10:00am     

DSP 101: Demystifying the Black Box - TFWS21           
An in-depth look at the various features and functions available in modern DSP units. Topics will include filters, EQ, crossovers, dynamics and delay as well as common implementations and application examples.
Taught by Tom Knesel

Leadership Panel: Motivation and Training - TFWS22           
This seminar will give pastors and leaders a chance to speak openly with one another and with panelists about how best to motivate and train technical volunteers and build solid teams. Drawing from the material offered throughout the conference, we will discuss individual challenges for each house of worship and work together to develop solutions in an intimate and welcoming environment.
Taught by R Bob Adams,International Director / Pro Market Development, SLS AUDIO


1:00pm

Video Production 201 - TFWS27
If you are looking for a deeper understanding of video production technologies for houses of worship, this is the workshop for you. It will address technology infrastructure, switching considerations, display technologies and formats. We’ll also look at emerging trends (such as multi-site, web-casting) and their implications for technology planning and equipment selection.
Taught by Dan Stark, President, Stark Raving Solutions


SUPER SESSION: Show Coordination and Show Production Roundtable - TSS3
Has your house of worship decided to put on a production? What things in retrospect do you wish you had known about ahead of time? This session is a roundtable discussion for show production for small to mid sized churches. What are the pitfalls and the challenges church productions crews face when they decide to do a large scale production? This is a show design conceptual idea exchange. We will have panelists represented who each necessary technical area- audio, video, lighting, production and staging. We will be looking at best and worst case scenarios of projects.
Taught by Tony Hansen, Lighting Designer/System Consultant, TECHNI-LUX INC.


4:30pm

Overview and Send-Off - TFWS23


Schedule subject to change - stop by the TFWM pavilion for an updated list of topics!