NewMedia Centre Stories

LDE Student Election Debate – “Futureproof – Nederland in Transitie”

The brief
In collaboration with Leiden University and Erasmus University, TU Delft organised a political debate ahead of the 2025 general election. Current and aspiring members of the House of Representatives debated topics such as AI and technology, resilient society, and healthcare, while a panel of researchers provided live fact-checking during the event.

Behind the scenes
Our role was to livestream the debate to YouTube in a way that felt clear, reliable, and easy to follow. Productions like this are less about spectacle and more about timing, focus, and making sure the audience can stay with the conversation. It was a compact setup, but one where coordination mattered. Debates move quickly, so the livestream has to keep up without ever becoming distracting.

Why this one stood out
What made this project interesting was its pace and precision. The format is straightforward on paper, but in practice it asks for quick decisions, clean switching, and constant attention to the flow of the discussion. When it works, the production almost disappears — which is exactly the point.

Producer: Stephan Voogd
Director: Christian Kasius
Camera Operator: Celine van Benten, Simone Breetveld
Video Technician: Sander van Duijn

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The Lightboard: making blended learning more engaging at TU Delft

At TU Delft, blended learning combines the flexibility of online teaching with the impact of face-to-face interaction. One tool making this possible is the Lightboard—a transparent glass board that lets educators write while facing the camera. Unlike traditional slides, it shows both the lecturer’s explanations and their expressions, making learning more engaging and personal. From flipped classrooms to problem-solving videos, the Lightboard helps teachers share not just answers, but the thinking process behind them—turning lessons into stories that connect with students.

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Opening of the Academic Year – Turning a Moment into a Message

For TU Delft’s Opening of the Academic Year, a single evocative image anchored a comprehensive visual identity—from website banners and email invites to animations, printed materials, and spatial projections. Led by one dedicated designer in collaboration with Live Events, the graphics team wove a cohesive language of color, rhythm, and motion to ensure every touchpoint emotionally resonated. Sound design elevated animated segments, while coordination across teams delivered a polished, immersive experience that transformed a moment into a memorable message.

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