2020 National Book Awards

We produced the first all-online National Book Awards, including distanced, live, in-studio production of host segments; live feeds from over 25 speakers and finalists located around the world; live award reveals, and multiple pre-recorded segments. We partnered closely with the National Book Foundation team to develop and refine the run of show, and collaborated with their video editor and graphic design team to integrate all creative assets into a tightly paced show. We provided all live talent with advance prep to improve framing, composition, and audio/video quality, including shipping custom equipment drop kits to boost production values for high profile speakers.

Huge thanks to Really Useful Media @usefulmedia for all hard work to make tonight’s Awards live stream happen! You can watch the full ceremony on our website, https://t.co/lxN1wPUT39 or via Facebook Live #NBAwards

— National Book Foundation (@nationalbook) November 18, 2020

even if you weren't watching live, watch the whole ceremony when you can. @likaluca and @annadobben did such a spectacular job and the whole thing is just such a profound celebration of what a miracle reading is in our lives. https://t.co/M5HpjUEdCj

— The Mountain Goats (@mountain_goats) November 19, 2020

I love this coverage of the Awards from NPR!! https://t.co/2cgNSEQbbQ

— Lisa Lucas (@likaluca) November 19, 2020