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Dacast Managed Streaming Retainer (5-7 days)

A productized offer where an agency sets up, manages, and reports on Dacast live streaming and VOD hosting for clients, turning video infrastructure into a recurring retainer. Time: 5-7 days.

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Dacast Managed Streaming Retainer (5-7 days)

A productized offer where an agency sets up, manages, and reports on Dacast live streaming and VOD hosting for clients, turning video infrastructure into a recurring retainer.

Prerequisites
  • A Dacast account on the Scale plan or higher for DRM and multi-channel support
  • Client access to their domain and website hosting for player embedding
  • Client's video content or live event schedule for initial upload and testing
  • API credentials from Dacast for integration with client systems
  • A defined service agreement covering bandwidth, storage, and support hours
Execution Timeline
  • 1.Create the client's dedicated Dacast workspace and configure transcoding options for 1080p HD output
  • 2.Set up privacy controls and secure hosting settings for the client's video library
  • 3.Generate API credentials and test the connection to the client's CMS or website
  • 1.Upload the client's initial VOD content (up to 10 videos) and organize playlists
  • 2.Configure monetization options: enable pay-per-view for specific videos and set up subscription plans
  • 3.Customize the video player with the client's branding and embed code
  • 1.Deploy the embedded player on the client's website or landing page
  • 2.Run a test live stream using RTMP to verify the channel settings and unlimited concurrent viewer capacity
  • 3.Set up analytics dashboards to track viewer engagement and bandwidth usage
  • 1.Configure DRM for VOD content if the client requires premium protection
  • 2.Add team members (up to 3 on Scale plan) and assign roles for client access
  • 3.Create a monthly reporting template that pulls data from Dacast's advanced analytics
  • 1.Deliver a training session for the client's staff on using the Dacast admin panel
  • 2.Document the workflow for adding new live events and VOD uploads
  • 3.Finalize the retainer scope: include monthly bandwidth monitoring and analytics summary reports
$165/mo for the Scale plan (annual billing) plus agency labor; total setup cost around $1,000-$1,500 including 12 hours of setup and 3 hours monthly maintenance.5-7 days
ROI Logic

With a $165/mo Dacast cost, an agency can charge a $650/mo retainer for the Starter Stream Setup, yielding a gross margin of about 75% before labor. Even with 3 hours of monthly maintenance at $100/hour, the margin remains above 50%, making this a profitable recurring service.

Deliverables
  • Configured Dacast channel with branded player and 1080p live stream settings
  • VOD library with up to 10 uploaded videos and organized playlists
  • Embedded video player integrated on client website or landing page
  • Monthly bandwidth usage report and analytics summary
  • Documented standard operating procedure for live event management
Definition of Done

The client's live and VOD content is fully operational on Dacast, with monetization configured, player embedded, and a recurring reporting cadence in place.

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