Practical builds, gear notes and playbooks for church staff and the volunteers who keep everything running.https://thechurchfactory.com/https://thechurchfactory.com/what-to-do-when-someone-asks-you-to-make-the-logo-bigger/https://thechurchfactory.com/what-to-do-when-someone-asks-you-to-make-the-logo-bigger/I was at a local Creative Marketing meetup when someone asked the panel of speakers this question. "What should you do when the client asks you to make the logo bigger?" You may know feedback like this all too well, but it doesn't have to be this way.Wed, 02 Nov 2022 11:03:47 GMTdesignhttps://thechurchfactory.com/do-design-tools-matter/https://thechurchfactory.com/do-design-tools-matter/Do tools matter? If so, how can the tools we use affect our ability to do our jobs as church communicators?Thu, 15 Sep 2022 21:25:57 GMTdesignhttps://thechurchfactory.com/mass-produce-content/https://thechurchfactory.com/mass-produce-content/Creating content at scale is challenging, but it doesn't have to be hard because there are many ways to help automate and streamline the content creation process.Thu, 17 Mar 2022 14:54:00 GMTmarketinghttps://thechurchfactory.com/value-pricing-vs-hourly-billing/https://thechurchfactory.com/value-pricing-vs-hourly-billing/If you're a freelancer or independent consultant pricing your services based on value is essential. However, there is a common theme among value pricing advocates that suggests hourly workers don't value price, which simply isn't true.Thu, 10 Mar 2022 15:13:00 GMTfreelancinghttps://thechurchfactory.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-live-stream-frame-rates/https://thechurchfactory.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-live-stream-frame-rates/Are you having trouble determining which frame rate or bit rate you should be using? Don't fear, in this reference guide we're going to find out which settings you need to be using for your live stream.Mon, 21 Feb 2022 15:10:00 GMTproductionhttps://thechurchfactory.com/new-years-resolutions-2022/https://thechurchfactory.com/new-years-resolutions-2022/Already gave up on your New Years Resolution? Let's try something easier instead. Here are 6 books to keep your mind going strong!Thu, 06 Jan 2022 19:51:33 GMTfreelancinghttps://thechurchfactory.com/how-to-automatically-update-your-websites-footer-copyright-year/https://thechurchfactory.com/how-to-automatically-update-your-websites-footer-copyright-year/Want to learn how to update your website's footer copyright year automatically? This copy and paste code snippet is for you!Mon, 03 Jan 2022 14:10:00 GMTwebsiteshttps://thechurchfactory.com/live-streaming-after-corona/https://thechurchfactory.com/live-streaming-after-corona/Most of our regions have started or have already lifted COVID restrictions on churches, but should churches continue to live stream after COVID-19?Thu, 30 Dec 2021 14:34:00 GMTproductionhttps://thechurchfactory.com/how-to-craft-meaningful-visitor-experiences/https://thechurchfactory.com/how-to-craft-meaningful-visitor-experiences/This is a post about parking lots, mugs, and spam. Confused about how those three fit together? Well, the answer is visiting a church.Thu, 04 Nov 2021 15:49:40 GMTmarketinghttps://thechurchfactory.com/1000-church-video-camera-guide/https://thechurchfactory.com/1000-church-video-camera-guide/We can't all afford $5000 cameras and most of us aren't shooting 8k every Sunday.Thu, 21 Oct 2021 14:07:00 GMTproductionhttps://thechurchfactory.com/technology-is-driving-the-direction-of-design/https://thechurchfactory.com/technology-is-driving-the-direction-of-design/Technology has shaped the way we view and use design from the very beginning. How has technology led us to where we are now and what does the future of design look like?Thu, 14 Oct 2021 17:13:00 GMTdesignhttps://thechurchfactory.com/deploy-a-static-website-to-digital-ocean-for-free/https://thechurchfactory.com/deploy-a-static-website-to-digital-ocean-for-free/Let's create a free self-hosted Bio Link web page in 5 steps using an open-source template and Digital Ocean's App platform.Thu, 07 Oct 2021 19:25:00 GMTwebsiteshttps://thechurchfactory.com/copyright-basics-what-you-need-to-know/https://thechurchfactory.com/copyright-basics-what-you-need-to-know/Intellectual property (IP) law is admittedly quite complicated and nuanced; after all, there is a whole discipline in law dedicated to it. However, it is essential for anyone intending to use or repurpose the work of others to be at least mildly familiar with the highlights.Tue, 28 Sep 2021 14:44:17 GMTfreelancinghttps://thechurchfactory.com/should-you-learn-python/https://thechurchfactory.com/should-you-learn-python/Spoiler Alert: I think so. Here's why I think you should learn Python or at least hire someone who does.Mon, 30 Aug 2021 14:50:00 GMTautomationhttps://thechurchfactory.com/top-7-fonts-for-worship/https://thechurchfactory.com/top-7-fonts-for-worship/Are you using the wrong font for your worship services? What makes a good font for ProPresenter?Mon, 07 Jun 2021 19:40:23 GMTproductionhttps://thechurchfactory.com/actions-speak-louder-than-words-how-to-collect-feedback/https://thechurchfactory.com/actions-speak-louder-than-words-how-to-collect-feedback/You're probably collecting member feedback wrong. How can the term "Actions speak louder than words" be applied to your leadership strategy?Tue, 25 May 2021 19:56:28 GMTmarketinghttps://thechurchfactory.com/connect-ghost-to-convertkit/https://thechurchfactory.com/connect-ghost-to-convertkit/A tutorial for connecting your Ghost site to ConvertKit. Uses Javascript and Cloudflare Workers. Beginner friendly and code provided.Tue, 13 Apr 2021 12:35:00 GMTautomationhttps://thechurchfactory.com/high-quality-free-church-stock-photos/https://thechurchfactory.com/high-quality-free-church-stock-photos/Not just Unsplash. 3 high-quality free stock photo sites that you can use for your church's social media and graphic design.Sun, 11 Apr 2021 15:31:00 GMTmarketinghttps://thechurchfactory.com/why-we-use-plausible/https://thechurchfactory.com/why-we-use-plausible/When most people think of web analytics, they first think of Google Analytics, and that's probably because Google Analytics can be found on over 84% of sites.Tue, 06 Apr 2021 21:41:00 GMTwebsiteshttps://thechurchfactory.com/resources/https://thechurchfactory.com/resources/Overwhelmed by church media companies? Us too. Here's a list of our favorite church media and design resources.Sat, 03 Apr 2021 17:22:00 GMTmarketinghttps://thechurchfactory.com/new-look-new-site/https://thechurchfactory.com/new-look-new-site/The Church Factory is going through some changes.Thu, 01 Apr 2021 02:03:11 GMTwebsiteshttps://thechurchfactory.com/ndi-intro/https://thechurchfactory.com/ndi-intro/What Is NDI? NDI (Network Device Interface) was first revealed in September 2015 by NewTek, the makers of Tricasters, it has grown from being what some called a gimmick or toy to…Sun, 07 Feb 2021 00:22:55 GMTproductionhttps://thechurchfactory.com/6000-church-live-streaming-setup/https://thechurchfactory.com/6000-church-live-streaming-setup/In this church live streaming gear list, we are going to cover the best live streaming setup you can create for $6000.Thu, 13 Feb 2020 22:46:10 GMTproductionhttps://thechurchfactory.com/how-to-price-your-services-as-a-freelancer/https://thechurchfactory.com/how-to-price-your-services-as-a-freelancer/Often when working in the church world, you get asked by church members that admire your work or by other churches if you freelance.Sat, 08 Feb 2020 01:59:11 GMTfreelancinghttps://thechurchfactory.com/the-difference-between-wordpress-org-and-wordpress-com/https://thechurchfactory.com/the-difference-between-wordpress-org-and-wordpress-com/Often times when first starting out it is difficult to tell the difference between WordPress.org and WordPress.com.Fri, 07 Feb 2020 23:05:32 GMTwebsiteshttps://thechurchfactory.com/using-web-captioner-with-vmix/https://thechurchfactory.com/using-web-captioner-with-vmix/In a previous post, we talked about Web Captioner basics and briefly described what Web Captioner is and how to use it.Fri, 07 Feb 2020 22:15:01 GMTproductionhttps://thechurchfactory.com/propresenter-nursery-number-setup/https://thechurchfactory.com/propresenter-nursery-number-setup/2020 Update: This post was written for ProPresenter 6.Fri, 07 Feb 2020 20:26:58 GMTproductionhttps://thechurchfactory.com/hello-good-good-father/https://thechurchfactory.com/hello-good-good-father/Hello Good Good Father WordPress Plugin This is not just a plugin, it symbolizes the hope and enthusiasm of an entire generation summed up in a few words sung most famously by Chris Tomlin.Sat, 07 Dec 2019 12:04:31 GMTwebsites