Client
Bayside Covenant Church
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Live Events
Bayside
Live Events
Bayside
Live Events
Bayside
Live Events
Bayside Church
Matthew Penkala, headshot (black & white)

MATTHEW  T.  PENKALA

Senior Motion Designer  /  Motion Design Artist

Bayside's many special events always present a unique challenge in terms of both post & live-production requirements. With an audience comprising hundreds of thousands, the venue demanded synchronously executed LED wall visuals, and live IMAG video switching.

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Challenge

The successful creation & integration of post-produced GFX content/visuals into a live production setting (IMAG/LED wall playback) require careful attention to technical details. Paramount considerations include optimizing screen size resolution and frame rates, working with various media encodings and codecs, and ensuring seamless playback through specialized software like Resolume™ or Mbox. These technical aspects are essential for delivering a professional and captivating visual experience that surpasses prior standards. In addition, integration with lighting and stage design, system redundancy and backup, thorough testing, and rehearsals are critical elements to ensure a seamless integration of the visual content into the live production aspect of the event. Collaborating with lighting designers and coordinating the visual team's efforts with the overall stage design enhances the overall atmosphere and immersive experience for the audience. With the magnitude of the event and the expectation for flawless execution, there was immense pressure to deliver a captivating visual experience that surpassed professional standards.

Goal

In essence, the aim was always to provide an extraordinary and unforgettable experience for each of Bayside Church's most significant anual events. To achieve this objective, the visuals had to be exceptionally impressive, surpassing professional standards and embodying the true essence of ecclesiastical spirit. This means formulating ways to captivate the audience and enhance their engagement with the event, leaving them in complete awe of the immersive and visually stunning environment. The focus was on creating a mesmerizing ambiance that would transport the attendees into a magical world, elevating their experience to resounding new heights. From designing breathtaking visual content to coordinating the live performance with precision, each step would need to be carefully orchestrated.

Solution

The project entailed utilizing various software, plugins, script development & programming, and other relevant digital tools to craft stunning animations, dynamic graphics, and captivating imagery. Meticulous planning and designing were essential to ensure that the visual content and LED wall graphics aligned with the event's theme and vision. The post-production workflow involved ideating, tooling, designing, compositing, and finishing the GFX to enhance their impact. The use of complex multi-threaded rendering techniques further optimized the visuals for the final delivery display. While the content creation and LED visuals were predominantly the focus of this showcase, other production teams were involved in different aspects of the event.

As the technical director, I played a critical role in the live video distribution team during the event, handling major IMAG (image-magnification) video switching to ensure seamless transitions and synchronized execution. By coordinating with each of the production teams, all post & live production aspects seamlessly merged to deliver an exceptional event experience. My unparalleled dedication & expertise involved in creating said live visuals and LED wall content resulted in an outstandingly successful outcome that far exceeded expectations. The cross-pollination of technical precision and artistic excellence made Bayside Church's Experience Christmas special event an unequivocal triumph, leaving every attendee with an unforgettable and truly remarkable experience.

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