Zoom Presenter Checklist
The UNC Lineberger Cancer Network assists with many Zoom webinars and events. Below you will find some helpful tips and checklist for how to prepare as a presenter.
Do I have what I need?
When joining a Zoom meeting or webinar as a presenter, you will want to make sure you join using the Zoom App. This way you have the most control options, easier managing audio/video permissions, and better visibility of your audience.
- Do I have the right equipment?
- Download or update your Zoom app
- Sign into your Zoom account
- Run a test meeting
- Make sure the meeting opens from the app and not your browse
What about my presentation?
Presenters will probably have a PowerPoint or Apple Keynote file that they will want to share.
For our Telehealth Webinar presenters, please note the following:
- Please provide your final presentation file at least 24 hours before your webinar
- We will share your slides from our computers in order to facilitate our polling software
- You will still be able to control the progression of your slides with the use of the Zoom Slide Control feature
- Please see these notes and requirements for our Telehealth presenters
For sharing as a general user, please not the following helpful tips:
- Please view this tutorial on how to share in zoom
- Don’t forget to “optimize for video” if you have video or audio in your slides
- Annotation is available for more collaboration
- Whiteboard is also available to use
Can you hear me?
One of the most common issues and frustrations with video conferencing is audio. Please see the following tips how how to avoid these issues before your meeting or webinar:
- Test your audio before your meeting
- Change your audio devices in settings
- Know when your muted or not on your controls
- We recommend using headphones to avoid any feedback issues with your mic
How do I look?
It’s not a video conference without video! Here are a couple helpful tips to maximize your video presence:
- Test your video before the meeting
- Turn off camera when joining a meeting setting option
- You can adjust your lightening and touch up your appearance from the Zoom app!
Need more help?
The UNCLCN also provides one on one technical support, training, and webinar management for oncology related events. Please contact us at unclcn@unc.edu or 919-445-1000 to schedule or speak to our technical support.