When it comes to live streaming production, there are many ways to create a live streaming event either for your business or personal reason. Thanks to the vast improvement in digital technology, people have more options in hosting their live streaming events to engage and interact with their target audience and that is using a 3D Virtual studio set for the production.

Unlike a normal studio set, a 3D virtual studio allows the background to display the 3D graphics, animation, or CGI (Computer Graphic Imagery) effects when the real person is doing their presentation or performance on the stage. A more technical explanation is that a 3D virtual studio is a television studio that can allow interaction of people or other inanimate objects like furniture or stage props and combines with a computer-generated environment to broadcast in real-time. This is done by using a professional stage camera in 4K/8K that is filming in a 3D virtual space. Also, the virtual scene can easily program and adapt to the various camera setting like angle, pan, and zooming. 

Using a 3D virtual studio set also does not need post-production since the virtual background can be program and edited by the visual graphics specialist and animators using software to insert the video content or images during the live streaming. The only exception is when the event producers required the actors or host speakers to practice their speech or their performance for rehearsal purposes.  

3D virtual studio set also comes with several technical features and tools such a camera tracking functions for optical measurements in the creation of live streaming data, software, and programs to edit the background image of the studio set and video mixer to edit the audio and video content and so on. 

Although it is more expensive in terms of production fee and more time-consuming to create and host any live streaming event using the virtual studio. There are also many benefits in using a virtual studio set for production as it is much faster to set up and ready for production as compared to a normal studio set. Any live streaming event can be host in an indoor studio environment instead of going to the real place since the video footage of the same environment can be displayed in the virtual background. 

You can set any themes for the event and able to change the virtual background as many times as possible to suit your event’s agenda. Not to mention that a 3D virtual background can be used to display 3D animation or other virtual effects to make the streaming event more attractive to the viewers.

If you can looking for a professional video studio company that can help you to host a live streaming event using the 3D virtual studio set, you can contact Spring Forest Studio which is based in Singapore to get the best deal and professional help for your indoor event.

Detailed Benefits

Using 3D virtual studios for content production offers several advantages over traditional means. For example, using 3D virtual studios provides more freedom in creativity. Instead of being tied to a real environment, stories can be told in new and innovative ways. Shapes, sizes, colors, and textures can even shift when needed. Besides sparking new, untapped creativity, 3D virtual studios are more cost-effective. They come with a lower price tag, are flexible, scalable, and can be reused indefinitely. It is quick, easy, and less expensive to modify an existing 3D model compared to a physical studio. In addition, filming locations have become more restrictive. With a 3D virtual studio, filmmakers are able to showcase any kind of scenery, such as urban, rural, or historical.

Using a green screen studio is a popular alternative to created scenery. However, the quality of VR-generated scenic backgrounds exceeds that of using a portrait shot against a real green screen. VR or 3D generated scenic backgrounds are cutting-edge and can create a completely immersive experience for the audience. On top of that, changing objects, surfaces, and textures related to specific holidays or seasonal events can shift audience acceptance toward a show. 3D virtual sets can be designed for both pre-seasonal and new or contemporary content. Based on the aforementioned composition, it is clear that a 3D studio has an advantage and is more desirable than 3D content creation or producing a shoot in a physical studio. The above-mentioned advantages also address the potential benefits of a 3D virtual shooting viewpoint. In addition to positioning, a layout connected to 3D virtual studio construction can be considered. As an action step, in the hands of a 3D virtual studio, analysis of all content sources is provided. These are what they look forward to, as the background, directing them to shoot from the director’s or DP’s point of view, if they want to introduce emotion into the shot by means of the background, and the new approach to the labeling, such as content producer’s shot viewer and a POV view. Also, possibly, to provide new information as to the tag as well.

Technical Specifications

3D virtual studio is constructed as a whole that combines multiple computer graphics technologies such as 3D content and rendering for virtual camera operation, and operating multiple projectors at the same time. From a technical point of view, 3D virtual studio can be divided into three parts: hosts running virtual studio operating software, LED screens serving as back-projection exhibition tools, and auxiliary equipment required for operating 3D virtual studios. Next, this section will detail the technical aspects of these parts.

The operating software adopts a multithreaded and patented 3D scene interactive simultaneous operation and 3D virtual studio technical architecture for real-time display. It uses a patented real-time 3D guiding system to guide virtual actors, allowing the virtual world and the practical interface to perform real-time interactive scenes. It is usually used on a Windows platform. This kind of software has sharp real-time requirements for the computer and has relatively high requirements for the server if used in a network environment. Server and client installation configuration are both introduced. The virtual studio system image has three requirements: display mode, virtual camera mode, and studio fill light. The display mode is the display image that the user wants to fill in the LED screen. Because of this requirement, the aspect ratio of the output image of the video card should be the same as the physical resolution. If there is a direct input port, the mode is also applicable. For mode requirements, we need to adjust the projection surface manually. The system architecture of the screen and the matrix needed to modify the projector for ease of use also increases flexibility and scalability. These can be used directly to select the mode and virtual camera. In general, the VR and non-VR modes are determined by the display mode. Screen configuration is also set. If the selection conditions are met, the system will automatically screen. The specific implementation of the system will be detailed separately in a practical application.

Enhancing Technical Details for an Audience

We have so far specified general rules and some best practices for efficiently producing 3D VS content. While the best practices resemble standards, they are tested over long-term practice in regular workflows. In other words, these rules were selected from popularized solutions among 3D VS designers. This section is devoted to explaining more details of the best practices. It covers mainly advanced features of 3D VS that may not be mentioned in general specifications because they are not noticeable for the general audience. In other words, the third-party observers cannot see or even guess what makes a difference at the backstage from the published output. There may also be other limitations such as diversity in network equipment and configurations, and availability of bandwidth and high-performance computing. Most important is to be modernized with recent improvements in the design, play-out systems, and industry standards or developments relevant to your area of virtual studios. Examples of such improvements at the backstage are real-time enhancement of virtual set videos using AI and machine learning techniques, eigen light mixing, and other solutions and image-based rendering.

Using these features requires consulting with experienced technical staff and adopting cutting-edge technologies before they become mature. Given the high-performance computing needed to render high-quality graphics continuously in real-time or near real-time, using these techniques needs thorough testing and upgrading of your workstations and render farms. Finally, some note is needed regarding the issue of compatibilities among the different manufacturers of virtual set software, chroma keyers, servers, and virtual reality technologies. The most common ones are VIZRT, Adobe, Motion4, and Autodesk, with the highest number of licenses in the Arab world owned by VIZRT. However, for the classic hardware, the most used is Adobe Ultrakayer. With the VR hardware cameras, the most versatile is Blackmagic Design. Some brands have their own special sets with additional features for those who have their software.

Comparison with Traditional Studios

Currently, the cost of building TV stations and constructing related systems is very high, and many hidden dangers exist. If studios are built in cities, spatial resources will be seriously wasted, and the asset value of land will be increased because of studio consumption. Partially due to the spatial constraints and financial restrictions faced by traditional studios, as well as the increasing labor costs and the pressure for environmental protection, the status of traditional studios is now being considered for replacement with high-tech methods. Compared with traditional TV studios, 3D virtual studios save a lot of costs and have the advantage of numerous virtual designs, while traditional TV studios cannot. 3D virtual studios have functional superposition and only need one set of equipment to realize changing the locale. They are not limited by place and personnel. Placing virtual studio devices on a removable wheeled platform allows them to appear anywhere as a virtual three-dimensional studio. In this way, costs are reduced, production time is saved, and a wide space is opened up when dozens of studios are set for purposes, which can reduce expenses for training venues. Today, with the arrival of the era of automation, audiences are no longer willing, as they were thirty years ago, to watch a simple stage performance and have begun demanding more in-depth foreign programs; audiences also need more new, casual content. Thus, TV channels technologically fighting for attention must take the “expensive” road. The traditional TV drama studio faces difficulties due to the temporary and original ecological environment matching in all aspects of material economy. Early shooting and post-production, materials, and technical support not being in place can easily affect normal operations, leading to large-scale renovation and expansion. In contrast, 3D virtual studios have stronger recession resistance due to their materials having good scalability and relevant technical reserves with long-term development potential. The method selected for building new studios in TV stations will have a great impact on energy-saving and space-saving solutions in the future, providing a more scientific and affordable way to build a new high-definition studio.

Highlighting Unique Advantages of 3D Virtual Studios

The 3D virtual studio has some unparalleled advantages that classical green screens or LED studios cannot achieve. By transcending the constraints of physical space, real-time editing can be implemented, including changes in camera angles, lighting conditions, set size, and modifying actors’ locations. The virtual studio also offers an environmentally sustainable solution. Would the “traditional” studio consume real-life physical resources for large sets, props, and costumes? A great deal of waste is produced if the drama fails, resulting in delays and alterations in these physical properties. The 3D virtual studio replaces conventional merchandise with electronic property, eliminating the need for significant real-life physical resource use. In addition, 3D virtual studios can be automated for set dressing, with strong technical and commercial possibilities. The manufacturers can use the virtual studio backdrop pitch recommendation system driven by user interests, to customize the backdrop of the program that maximizes the viewer’s attention to the supported product and content. The virtual studio has the simplest yet still varied visual appearances available for the anchors or news readers. Unlike traditional studios, which have unique features, virtual studios can have a background of flashy, animated, or static pictures of landscapes with features not seen in outdoor reality.

Visual Content

There is no content that comes close to the appeal of visual content. It captures audience attention and encourages them to take in more of what they see. It rarely fails to impress or keep one engaged by the sheer look of it alone. By focusing on broadcast as a series, we need to be mindful of our viewers’ engagement. This long-haul storytelling perspective is an essential avenue for building personalities while also capturing viewer interest and retaining it. Whether it’s having a “wacky” side crew or a nefarious villain behind the scenes, layering professionals in your virtual production with a website or social media allows them to uncover a facet of their production, such as something coming up in the next episode. This is only the tip of the iceberg.

The visual side of your broadcast, e.g., background and lighting, is just as important in creating a studio. The visual processing area of the brain is essential for retaining memories, so high-quality graphics, lighting, and animations could potentially leave a more memorable impact or feeling for virtual studio content. This factor has likely impacted our divisions for our season from a 2D setting to a more traditional 3D polygon setting. In a real-world geopolitical context, we intend to make the Polygon series a step away from Season 1, leaning more towards an action-driven arc. The background, called the set, plays a big part in the viewers’ immersion. Developing the animated virtual city for our Polygon season has been an effective tool in helping our set designers and viewers make sense of the continuity of our universe. Visually striking elements can make their job easier and maintain the narrative without the heavy lifting. Another layer is achieved with this. Every setting will include the in-studio analysts, giving a feeling of a “real-time” broadcast studio. Building on this is magic. We’ve also doubled up as a production light source for the players on site near training times. Making the studio work for the broadcast angle is multi-purpose design. The various TVs and monitors in all series act as in-studio visual representations of the myriad of personalities and factions active during the broadcast. They are both functional, and their variety breaks up the eye line and gives creative freedom to our designers and animators. That is to say, the point of making these impactful visual decisions in your own studio is that creativity is just as important as the function. Use these deliberately to give a good visual flavor to your content. Use it to present a clear representation of your lore, world, or setting. Set it up to have the design and animation you’d like, but that’s as versatile as possible.

Enhancing Engagement Through Visual Elements

Visual rendering is a crucial aspect of enhancing audience engagement in the 3D virtual studio space. The most fundamental aspect of visual stimulation is the use of colors in strategic spaces throughout the scene. These colors will have an emotional link with the scene and can either coincide with the expression within the conversation, or contrast to modify or set the mood of the scene. These techniques increase the cognitive load on the viewers and stimulate not only the auditory networks but also the viewers’ visual sense, maintaining interest levels in the content. The use of complex graphics can be added to the walls, floor, or ceiling of a set to enhance viewer interest. One strategy to create appealing graphics might include applications that generate visualization designs based on a text description.

Consider the result of the visualization of the word ‘studio.’ Programs available can visualize this word in four different styles. These stylistic features include visual textures, shapes, and special effects such as furs, sparks, greased or grainy surfaces, and so on. During scene transitions, content creators can use a combination of graphics to display the logo of the show on the LED walls, the ground, or even as a holograph on the virtual floor. Having all of these elements created using the same theme and with the colors present in the scene will create a very cohesive visual narrative. Since the main focus of content in a virtual TV studio is the broadcast, one element that can be added to interest viewers is showing the visualizations of camera shots using the graphics. New camera angles can be inspired by the visualization to add dynamic characteristics to the show.

The preference for color or the addition of complex graphics in a space indicates the degree of visual content required to maintain viewer interest. To evaluate the above and quantify the success of such techniques or compare which style elements are appealing over time, eye tracking visualization and selection of shots by viewers can be analyzed.