Are you an aspiring content creator? Maybe you know your way around content creation but are always looking for gadgets or apps to help you out. This list features all my favorite apps and gadgets that have landed me work, and transformed my creative...
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Apps
Gadgets
Electronic Maintenance
Finding Work
Learning Resources
Apps
Apps I love for planning, scheduling, organizing, and editing my content
The #1 app! I love using this for youtube thumbnails, Instagram stories, UGC portfolio, Creating my own green screens and overlays, Pinterest Pins, spreadsheets, and scheduling content.
Canva
Never will use any other video editing platform as long as this is around. I sprung for the Pro version (9.99 a month) since I do Youtube, but the Free version is Amazing as well!
CapCut | All-in-one video editor
Great app for editing photos. I love the retouch features and the spot remover tool!
AI Photo & Video Editor EPIK
Love this app for planning my work day and scripting videos
Google Docs: Online Document & PDF Editor
Perfect for storing all my previous videos without having to take up space on my phone or use a flash drive!
Google Drive: Share Files Online
I use this for my taxes and content calendar.
Google Sheets: Online Spreadsheets & Templates
Great website for transfering video files over email effortlessly.
WeTransfer
My favorite emailing app
Gmail
Love LOVE this free template. This changed the way I plan and organize all my content
The Social Media Content Calendar | HubSpot Free Download
Gadgets
All the gadgets I use for creating and organizing my content
High quality, bright light! great for clipping onto phone or computer to brighten your surroundings
LED Rechargeable Clip Fill Video Conference Light
Another good light option!
King Ma Portable Selfie Phone Light
Love this case! I edit on my ipad, and this makes typing so much easier! Also protects your iPad good.
Keyboard Case for iPad 10.2" 7th-9th Gen
This is the phone I use to film everything :)
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, 512GB, Purple
Perfect for note taking. I also use this to draw on my youtube thumbnails. Also helps with precision when editing.
Apple Pencil (1st Generation)
My current computer
2018 MacBook Pro 13" i5 8GB 256GB SSD
Love love LOVE this tripod! Stands super tall, holds your phone tight, super easy to store and move around. Definitely one of my favorite investments
Magnetic Selfie Stick Tripod for iPhone and Android, 64" Phone - TikTok Shop
A great investment for filming with the back camera. This makes filming so much easier and quicker. I can have the best quality while making sure I am in frame.
Newmowa Phone Vlog Monitor & Magnetic Clip
Not only is this cute, but it's practical and perfect for smaller creators! It has all the tools you need for helping with your research, growth, and scheduling.
Floral Rose Gold Social Media Content Planner
Electronic Maintenance
Everything I use to maintain my appliances
Perfect for wiping away fingerprints
Windex Pre-Moistened Electronic Cleaning Wipes
Backup macbook Charger
Mac Book Pro 118W USB C Fast Charger
Good for dust and hair in computers.I use this once a month
10oz Air Duster Spray for Keyboard Cleaning
Great for cleaning computer or phone screens!
EVEO 2-in-1 Car & iPhone Screen Cleaner
This is sized to my specific computer, but I love this. There are other options for different sizes/ computer types. But a laptop sleeve is perfect for not only storing your laptop, but also keeping it safe during air travel, car rides, or moving it ...
Vandel The Original Puffy Laptop Sleeve Case
Finding Work
How I find work as a small creator
Perfect for beginners looking for work. Fast payout, and easy jobs and money
How I landed my first UGC gigs. Jobs can be low payout. Just look for reviews and research before applying.
Upwork Inc.
How I find brands looking for UGC creators
Brands Meet Creators - Connecting Brands and Creators for UGC ...
I find work here by joining groups for UGC or social media
Facebook
I am apart of their influencer program. This is where I make most of my money.
Amazon
I love this site. I can customize what I offer, and it allows you to get discovered directly on their site. I have completed a couple orders here recently.
Fiverr
Digital download : UGC portfolio Website template. This was my exact template that landed me all my beginning UGC gigs.
UGC Canva Portfolio Template
Learning Resources
A FREE E-book I created to help you pitch like a pro. For UGC Creators or content creators
Pitch like a pro. Your Free E-book guide
My website (Beacons). Here you can find all my products, socials, and sign up for my emai list where I deliver UGC tips and tricks to your email weekly. You can find all you need to know about content creation here.
jaciugc|Beacons
I post here daily about UGC Tips, guides, and how to succeed in making money online through content creation
Jaci | UGC on TikTok
Join my private facebook group where we share all the best content creator tips and resources. Also have Social Sunday where everyone can promote socials and affiliate links!
