If your browser blocks the microphone, camera or screen sharing inside this page, use Open Standalone App — everything works the same there.
Free online communication for AV production crews
Stage managers, video engineers, audio engineers, lighting crews, camera operators and production managers all need to stay in sync during load-in, rehearsal and show. This free browser-based tool gives your crew real-time voice, text chat and shared video in one place — open the link, allow your microphone and camera, and join the same session from a laptop, tablet or phone.
Multi-stream video monitoring
Watch several video streams side by side, or pop them out into separate windows. Crew can review camera feeds, keep an eye on stage and confidence views, and share what they see with remote collaborators — a lightweight online multiview for situations where a hardware multiviewer isn't available.
Real-time crew chat and voice communication
Use voice for quick calls and text chat for notes that shouldn't interrupt the channel: schedule changes, standby confirmations, gear requests and handoffs between departments. Group messaging keeps everyone on the same page across front of house, backstage and video village.
Browser-based live production collaboration
Distributed teams — a director at home, a client in another city, a tech in the truck — can collaborate without installing desktop software. It works best on a stable internet connection with headsets to avoid echo. For show-critical calling, keep your dedicated intercom as the primary system and use this as a backup or remote channel.
Related Booked AV tools
- Online Video Switcher — preview/program switching with CUT and AUTO
- Show Rundown Creator — timed run of show
- Production Cue Sheet & Teleprompter
- Online Soundboard & VOG Cue Pads
- Display Diagnostic Suite
Frequently asked questions
What is an online AV crew communication tool?
It is a web app that lets production crew talk, message and share video from a browser, without installing dedicated software.
Can production teams communicate using a web browser?
Yes. Modern browsers support microphone, camera and real-time connections, so crew members can join from a laptop, tablet or phone once they allow access.
What is browser-based video multiview?
Multiview shows several video streams on one screen at the same time. A browser-based multiview does this inside a web page instead of on a hardware multiviewer.
How can multiple video streams help live event production?
Seeing several feeds at once helps crew check camera shots, confirm what is on stage and spot problems before they reach the audience.
How does online crew chat help stage managers?
Text chat gives stage managers a quiet written channel for standby notes, schedule changes and confirmations that don't need to interrupt voice traffic.
Can remote AV technicians collaborate during events?
Yes. Remote team members can join the same session to listen, talk, message and view shared streams, as long as they have a stable internet connection.
What equipment is needed for browser-based crew communication?
A device with a current browser, an internet connection, and a headset or microphone. A camera is only needed if you want to send video.
How can production teams organize simultaneous video streams?
Name each stream clearly (Cam 1, Stage Left, Program), agree who sends which feed, and use separate windows or screens for the views each role needs.
What are the benefits of online production monitoring?
It is quick to set up, works across locations and lets more people see the show without extra cabling or hardware.
When should professional production crews use dedicated intercom systems instead?
Use dedicated wired or wireless intercom for show-critical calling, large crews, venues with weak internet, or anywhere you need guaranteed low latency and no reliance on Wi-Fi or cellular data.