Choosing the right funeral live streaming provider can feel overwhelming during an already emotional time. You want someone who is compassionate, professional, and experienced—someone who will handle everything with care so your family can focus on what truly matters. In this post, we’ll break down what to look for in a funeral live streaming company and how to choose the right partner for this important service.
Choosing a Funeral Live Streaming Provider Who Understands the Setting
Live streaming a funeral requires more than just technical skill. In addition, it requires compassion and sensitivity. Look for a provider who has real experience live streaming funerals, memorials, and celebrations of life, not just corporate events or weddings. A provider who understands the mood and flow of these services will be more respectful, discreet, and emotionally in tune with your family’s needs.
- Experience with multiple funerals, memorials, and celebrations of life
- Understands how to be respectful and unobtrusive
- Knows how to coordinate with funeral homes, churches, or cemeteries
Insist on Reliable Equipment and Internet
Funeral services are live—there are no do-overs. That’s why quality and reliability matter. A professional funeral live streaming provider should use multi-camera setups, professional audio, and bonded internet connections to avoid dropouts or poor video.
- Multi-camera production with seamless switching
- Crystal-clear audio with lapel or podium mics
- Bonded internet with 3+ network connections for redundancy
In addition to camera and audio quality, some providers (like us!) can enhance your stream by integrating pre-recorded content—such as tribute videos or personalized messages—directly into the broadcast. At Hansen Mortuaries, for example, we’ve installed HDMI splitters to capture whatever is playing on their projectors, and we can also play MP4 files from a USB drive to give families a truly polished and personal experience.
Make Sure It’s Simple for Loved Ones to Watch
Your provider should offer a smooth, simple viewing experience for guests—especially for those who may not be tech-savvy. No one should have to download an app or create an account just to watch a service.
- Shareable private link or webpage
- No logins, downloads, or confusing steps
- Works on phones, tablets, and computers
Choose a Provider Who Handles Grief with Grace
You only get one chance to record and stream a loved one’s memorial. Look for a provider who works discreetly, speaks respectfully, and puts the family’s comfort first. The presence of cameras should feel seamless, not distracting.
Why Families Trust Us as Their Funeral Live Streaming Provider
At Pierpoint Studios, we’ve helped hundreds of families connect with loved ones who couldn’t attend in person. Our dedication to quality, compassion, and professionalism ensures every live stream is handled with care—because we know what it means to you.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Trusted by local funeral providers, including Hansen Mortuaries & Cemetery
- Experienced team with professional equipment
- Live stream from any location, even without power or internet
- Quick turnaround on recorded copies and private links
For those navigating grief, we also recommend GriefShare—a compassionate resource offering support groups both locally and online.
If you’re just beginning your search, check out our previous blog post on why funeral live streaming is so important for families who can’t attend in person.
Choosing a funeral live streaming provider is a deeply personal decision. If you want a professional, discreet, and caring team to help connect your family, we’d be honored to serve you.
Contact Pierpoint Studios today to discuss your needs.
