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UGC Essentials
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items These were all the tools I have used and still use repeatedly throughout my UGC journey.
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UGC Essentials
Setting Up Your UGC Business
Storage Solutions
Backdrops
UGC Further Learning
UGC Reading List
UGC Essentials
Good lighting is a non negotiable when it comes to high quality UGC. Invest in the best.
UBeesize 10" Selfie Ring Light with Tripod Stand & Cell Phone Holder, Dimmable Desktop LED Circle Light for Live Streaming/Makeup/YouTube/TIK Tok, Compatible with iOS and Android Phones
You don't need an expensive camera to start UGC, you can start with just your phone. I've been shooting on iPhone for years and even with fancy cameras my phone is my go-to. Invest in one with a good quality camera and lots of space.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro (256 GB) - Black Titanium
An easy way to get those beautiful Flat-Lay shots
Viozon Extendable Selfie Stand 360° Rotation with Phone Holder, Rechargeable Wireless Foldable 7 Brightness LED Light for Live Streaming/YouTube/Tiktok/Video Recording/Photography/Reading (AP- V6W)
Of course having a marble design I love this flipstick, its a great alternative to a tripod when on the go.
Flipstik 3.0 Foldable Adhesive Phone Mount – Sticks to Any Flat Surface – Hands Free Selfies, Videos, Car Mount, Phone Stand, Travel Accessory – Sticky Phone Mount (Carrara Marble)
This is the most versatile and space-saving tripod replacement. Take it anywhere and its always with you.
Flipstik Pro – Sticks to Any Flat Surface Like Walls or Mirrors – Hands Free Selfies – Videos – car Mount – Tripod – Phone Stand – Kickstand – Finger Grip Loop for Secure Hold (Millenium Gold)
Super bright light with multiple settings, I use for UGC videos on my iPhone and during Zoom calls on my laptop.
Aureday Rechargeable Selfie Light, Clip-on LED Ring Light for Phone, Laptop, Tablet and Computer, Portable Phone Light for Selfie/Video Conference/Zoom Call/Photography/Makeup/Picture
You will need this to plug your external mic into your phone
Lightning to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter
Wind? No problem. This mic is more affordable than others and great quality. If using with an iPhone you will need an adapter also listed here.
Movo VXR10 Universal Video Microphone with Shock Mount, Deadcat Windscreen, Case for iPhone, Android Smartphones, Canon EOS, Nikon DSLR Cameras and Camcorders
Great tripod for UGC
Selfie Stick Tripod, 60 inch Extendable Tripod Stand Phone Tripod Camera Tripod Wireless Remote Shutter Compatible with iPhone 15 14 13 12 11 pro Xs Max Xr,Android/Cameras
A MORE AFFORDABLE MICROPHONE
MAYBESTA Professional Wireless Lavalier Lapel Microphone for iPhone, iPad - Cordless Omnidirectional Condenser Recording Mic for Interview Video Podcast Vlog YouTube
Setting Up Your UGC Business
Everything to set up your UGC business
Brands will generally ask you as a UGC creator for your Portfolio. Check out these templates you can customize in Canva.
UGC Portfolio Template (Bundle)
Get paid by brands! Here is a professional template you can customize and send out for payment.
UGC Invoice Template
Contracts that actually protect you as a Content Creator in Australia
Foundd Legal | Online lawyers for creative entrepreneurs
Setting up an ABN (Australian Business Number) in well... Australia.
Applying for an ABN
Land your first UGC brand deal with these pitches
40+ Brand Pitch Templates (For Brand Outreach)
Get My UGC Hooks Freebie
100 Hooks for UGC
Apply to jobs and land your first paid brand deal! Weekly newsletter showcasing brands looking for UGC creators.
UGC Opportunities Delivered To Your Inbox
Storage Solutions
Videos take up a lot of storage and losing all your content is heartbreaking. I've trusted SanDisk for years to keep my content backed up and transfer files on the go.
SanDisk iXpand Flash Drive Luxe 128GB 2-in-1 Lightning and USB Type-C connectors for your iPhone and iPad
A little pricer than my other drive but this is the most stable and reliable drive around!
Glyph Production Technologies Atom Portable SSD (2TB, Silver)
Backup solution for all your devices
Synology DS220+ 2-Bay Diskstation NAS Intel Celeron J4025 2GB Ram 2xRJ-45 1GbE LAN-Port 4TB Bundle with 2X 2TB Seagate IronWolf
Backdrops
High quality options for backdrops. These aren't really required for UGC and when you are starting out some nice tiles or vinyl covered poster board will be enough. The resources below are stepping more into professional photography/videography realm...
Backdrop
Replica Surfaces
Vinyl and Canvas
Club Backdrops | Pro Photography Backdrops
The exact vinyl I started creating my backdrops with
Kmart Vinyl Adhesive Roll - Marble -
I am just listing some amazing shops for backdrops
Drop A Wall Backdrops
These ones are great for food photography
Poppy Bee Surfaces | Backgrounds For Food and Product Photography
An affordable option for backdrops
Prop Face Photography Backdrops
Great backdrop idea for outdoor products.
DIY Turf Pile Synthetic Total Turf
UGC Further Learning
The only course I have taken is Roadmap to Riches. I have listed the others here for interest and those who need a cheaper alternative.
Everything I learnt to build my digital product business and monetize my content online.
Roadmap to Riches Digital Marketing Course
Learn how to make money online the easy way
Beginners Guide To Digital Marketing eBook
A free course to learn the basics of Digital Marketing
Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Course
Further learning to become a UGC creator
Become a Pro UGC creator : the first step-by-step guide
How to up level your content creation game on a budget
UGC on the Go: Creating Professional Videos on low budgets
More technical knowledge on creating ugc vdeos specifically for paid ads
Learn to Make UGC-Style Video Ads for Paid Social
UGC Reading List
Millie gives some great advice on starting UGC.
Creators Need a Niche. Here's Why. - It's Modern Millie
Creating your first 8K can honestly be done!
My UGC Journey: My first $8k as a UGC Creator ⋆ monosviajeros.com
For those that are just starting out in UGC
How To Get Started As A UGC Creator - Hey, It's Lori
Everything you need to know about your UGC content
UGC Content: Everything You Need To Know - Sidewalker Daily