Episodes are the actual media items listed in your channel. People can view the videos live or later from the library. You can also post prerecorded items, including audio, to the channel library anytime.
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Before creating an episode, set up the channel where the episode will be posted.
To create an episode, go to a channel, and then click New episode in the Episodes tab.
Set up the episode information for your new episode.
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Upload episode artwork.
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Use the Image Sizing Guide to upload the right size and file type.
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Add/edit title for the episode.
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Choose a video type, add the video link, and add the times for your video to show live.
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Add a summary for your episode.
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Configure the library settings for the episode.
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Add your episode to an existing series or create a new series.
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Add links that people can access while watching the episode.
You can schedule videos to play live, set a specific time to replay a video, and add a video or audio recording to the channel library.
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Check out this article for information on accessing embed codes and links for supported video providers.
To add a resource, click Add in the Links section, and choose the type of resource you want to add.
You can add a URL link to a website or video channel, an existing People form, or a Giving fund.
The name you give the resource will show in the Links list next to the live episode.
Choose the form or fund from a list of options.
Tip
Consider using a People form to take attendance during a livestreamed sermon.
The first item on the list will show as a button next to a video for easy access.
Your changes are automatically saved.
To add an episode to a series:
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Scroll down to the bottom of the episode and click the Series dropdown menu.
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Choose to create a new series or add the episode to the existing series.
If you want to link the episode to a plan in Services, click Connect.
The plan and series information you import will be added to the episode.