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Stage-timer web app for events and video productions

A simple web countdown and on-stage cueing app (freemium → subscription) for live events, broadcasts, and video production teams.

Summary

Replicate the StageTimer model: build a minimal, easy-to-use web countdown/control interface that one person can start while many can view. Offer a generous free tier for event use and paid upgrades for higher limits, white-label/enterprise features, or multi-device control.

Problem

Event crews, broadcasters, and video productions need a visible, shareable timer/control interface that multiple people can view and control — the iPhone timer isn't suited for live productions.

Target customer

Event organizers, broadcast producers, live-stream studios, conference AV teams, video production freelancers.

Solution

Deploy a lightweight web app with a control UI and public display link, alerts/cues (e.g., mic distance messages), free tier for basic use, and paid plans for higher limits and enterprise features.

Business model

freemium → subscription upgradesenterprise licensing / white-labelingpaid one-off setup for events (optional)

Distribution

niche subreddits and community forumsseo for niche keywords (countdown timer + device names)youtube how-to videos demonstrating integrationsword-of-mouth at events / free tier viralitydirect outreach to production houses

Required skills

frontend web development (js/vue/react)backend (node.js)simple infra and deploymentbasic ux for real-time displayscustomer support/marketing

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