Prompters / Presidential Speech
Often seen during speeches and public addresses by political leaders, Lectern prompters or “Presidentials” offer several advantages and face some challenges. Sometimes this equipment is the very best solution and we will recommend Presidentials. Often, we will steer you in the direction of teleprompter solutions you may not be aware even exist. If you have presenters who are concerned about “not looking or sounding prompted” please reach out to us; we have some very unique options to help you and presenters have a great experience. If you are confident that Presidentials are the right solution for your project we are here for you. We have been prompting confident speakers for over 30 years.
Presidential teleprompters allow presenters to deliver speeches with precision and confidence. The text scrolls smoothly, ensuring a seamless and controlled delivery of the message.
Teleprompters enable speakers to be supported without looking at Downstage Monitors (DSMs) or their notes. If presenters are not confident the may look down or look away even if all they are trying to do is remember what to say next. We have even better solutions for eyeline but Presidentials are better than doing nothing to prompt a presenter.
Speeches often contain complex content, and using a teleprompter reduces the need to memorize long passages, reducing the risk of forgetting key points.
Teleprompters ensure that the speaker delivers the exact text as prepared, reducing the chances of ad-libbing or veering off-script. Particularly if there is an issue of speaking compliantly, teleprompters are a must.
Teleprompters help maintain consistency in messaging, ensuring that the intended message is conveyed consistently in different venues and over time.
Presidential teleprompters, while aiding scripted speeches, present drawbacks. These include perceived inauthenticity, limited adaptability, technical vulnerabilities, and diminished connection with audiences.
Critics argue that teleprompters can make speeches appear rehearsed and insincere, leading to the perception that the speaker is disconnected from the audience.
Teleprompters require the speaker to remain stationary to maintain eye contact with the screens. This limits their ability to move around the stage and engage with the audience physically.
High-quality presidential teleprompter setups can seem expensive as part of the production. Overcoming cost objections is crucial for any teleprompter service. The cost of Presidentials is often lower than other teleprompter solutions but the cost any prompter can be a challenge for some decision makers. The answer: the ROI on the whole production is at risk if the message does not land well – get a prompter.
Relying on teleprompters can lead to speeches feeling overly scripted, potentially diminishing the speaker's authenticity and relatability.
Helping leaders convey complex messages with accuracy. Though they can be perceived as inauthentic, pose technical challenges, limit mobility, and come with associated costs, this base-level solution is still the best solution for some projects. Whatever the final decision for the equipment at your event, you are in the right place for prompter operators you can count on, every time.
