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Equipment Essentials for Beginner Creators
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items I would consider myself new to this whole content creation space, but I'm here! Starting can be nerve-wracking partially because there's no one way to do it and sooooo many options to choose from! From my trial and error, I curated this list with thi...
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Lighting
Tripods and Gadgets
Set-up
Lighting
You have to have good lighting! No one wants to watch poorly lit videos and pictures. Set aside some coin to get a good light…or a couple :)
Every beginner should have a ring light! A tripod and light all in one. Perfect for shooting pics and vids. Light gets pretty bright and comes with a bluetooth remote.
Sensyne 10'' Ring Light with 50'' Extendable Tripod Stand
A must! This was the first light I got and it is still a go to for quick and good lighting. It is really bright on the highest setting. There are 3 different light modes. Love!
Portable, Rechargeable Cell Phone Light Clip
I love this light as it gives all colors of the rainbow and not just the regular white or yellow light. Can be used to add really cool color lighting effects to videos!
ULANZI RGB Full Color Portable Video Lights
A worthy investment. I mainly use this if I need softer light if shooting at night, for product shooting, or DIY photoshoots. The stands and lights are very easy to put together. No batteries needed, just plug into a functional outlet and you're good...
HPUSN Softbox Lighting Kit
This is definitely more of an investment, but totally worth it when you can grab it. There are 2 lights that come with it and wow they get super bright! There is a toggle to move between different types of lights and it's super easy to put together. ...
RALENO 2 Packs LED Video Light and 75inches Stand Lighting Kit,
Tripods and Gadgets
These items help me be versatile with angles and mobility when traveling!
Just found this gem not too long ago and it's been such a great addition. This is perfect for getting content anywhere since you can attach it to anything with a ledge or grippable surface. I use this at my desk, for bathroom videos, and cooking vide...
Viozon Phone Holder, Flexible Long Arm Overhead Mount
My first and only tripod I've had. It is lightweight, but sturdy. Doesn't take a lot of room in my luggage when I travel with it. Extends pretty high and the bluetooth remote comes in handy when needing to take my own pictures. It's stayed in great c...
62'' Extendable Tripod Stand with Remote
May be a little advanced, but if you're a quick learner you'll learn to love this! This stabilizer helps videos stabilize/not be shaky as you're walking and recording. If you have shaky hands, this will be a great fix. It is a little pricey, but if y...
Zhiyun Smooth 4 Professional Gimbal Stabilizer Kit
Probably the best addition to my arsenal to date. It's definitely an investment, but so worth it. The phone stabilization, motion tracking, shooting modes, incorporated tripod, compactness and more are why I love this so much. It's what I use for vlo...
DJI Osmo Mobile 6 Gimbal
Love this camera! Perfect for vlogging and the quality is crisp. Will use this for mainly long form (YT) and my iPhone for short quick videos.
Sony Alpha ZV-E10
Set-up
I use these items for DIY photoshoots or product shots.
Loveeee this backdrop kit. I use it for DIY photoshoots mainly, but can be used for any photo/videography. Comes with everything you need except the backdrop. Perfect for beginners!
Julius Studio 10.1 ft. Extra Wide & 7.6 ft. Tall (122 x 91 inch) Backdrop Stand Kit
A classic background to have for any DIY photoshoot kit. I've used this 2x and the sheet is really durable and great quality. Amazing for portraits!
Kate 5ft×7ft Solid White Backdrop
Another backdrop I really like using. It is thick and great material and I really like the openings to slip it into a backdrop stand because they don't always have that. The purple is just like the picture and serves as a great background for shoots ...
AK TRADING CO. 10 feet x 10 feet Purple Polyester Backdrop Drapes with Rod Pockets