User: Erdie Ilao — Director, Video Editor, Hybrid Shooter | Dubai, UAE

1. Erdie Ilao

Erdie Ilao is a seasoned director specializing in live streaming events, video editing, and hybrid shooting. Based in Dubai, UAE, Erdie owns a production business and collaborates with Nikon as a brand partner. His expertise spans dynamic live event productions, where reliability and technical excellence are paramount.

2. Product Utilized

• Hollyland Cosmo C2 wireless video transmission system

3. Discovery & Brand Loyalty

Erdie discovered Hollyland products through industry events and has been one of the earliest adopters of Hollyland wireless solutions in the UAE since 2018. Hollyland’s comprehensive ecosystem—ranging from video solutions, microphones, intercom systems to wireless tally—has consistently proven to be the backbone of his live productions. The brand’s equipment reliability during paid, high-stakes events solidified his preference for Hollyland.

“Hollyland wireless products have never failed me in my paid events. Therefore, I choose Hollyland.”

4. Project Overview: TILF MUQADDAS FESTIVAL, Dubai

On January 26, 2025, Erdie and his team covered the TILF MUQADDAS FESTIVAL—an Arabic phrase meaning “Holy Child,” a Christian Catholic celebration held at St. Mary’s Church Dubai. The event, hosted by the Filipino community, drew thousands of attendees.

• Live streaming setup:
  
  • 6 cameras total
    
  • 2 cameras wirelessly connected via Cosmo C2
    
  • 2 cameras wirelessly connected using Hollyland Pyro S
    
  • 2 cameras on wired setups
    
• Audience & Team:
  
  • 25 crew members supporting production
    
  • Estimated attendance of 7,000 to 10,000 people

Cosmo C2 was also employed in smaller-scale multi-camera productions, enhancing flexibility and quality.

5. Team Composition and Roles

• 1 Director (Erdie)
  
• 2 Assistant Directors
  
• 6 Cameramen
  
• 6 Assistant Cameramen
  
• 2 Live Graphics Operators
  
• 4 Audio Technicians
  
• 4 Production Assistants

6. How Cosmo C2 Enhanced Production Efficiency

Cosmo C2 significantly improved the live production workflow, especially in outdoor environments requiring extended wireless video coverage. Its capabilities allowed the team to:

• Eliminate cumbersome long wired camera runs
  
• Maintain pristine video quality with ultra-low latency
  
• Achieve far-reaching transmission distances beyond previous limitations
  

These improvements translated into smoother setups, more flexible camera placements, and an overall streamlined production process, reducing setup time and increasing reliability on-site.

Conclusion

Hollyland Cosmo C2 has proven itself as a reliable, efficient, and cutting-edge solution for live streaming productions, empowering professionals like Erdie Ilao to deliver flawless multi-camera broadcasts. Its combination of extended wireless range, minimal latency, and practical features makes it an indispensable tool for complex event productions in dynamic environments like Dubai.