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Content Creator Tools: Filming Gear, Apps & AI

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Filming, editing, making graphics... there are a lot of little jobs behind one piece of content! Here’s a mix of gear I use and other finds to check out, from phone tripods and lights to editing apps and AI tools. Start with what would help you right...
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Filming Gear, Lighting & Desk Setup

Lights, filming gear and desk bits for making your content. You don’t need the whole list! Start with whatever would make filming less of a pain for you.

 
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perfect on the go selfie light.
Meixitoy 120 LED Selfie Light, 5000mAh Rechargeable
 
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tripod that you can use for your phone or camera. has a ring light as well.
UBeesize 12'' Selfie Ring Light with 62’’ Tripod
 
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Depending on your content, this is a good light to have as it connects to your desk, or counter.
LUXSURE 10" LED Desk Ring Light with Phone Holder
 
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My phone is always dead since starting content creating. Portable battery packs are a must!!
10000mAh Portable Charger with Built-in Cables
 
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The best extension cord for your desk/recording space. you can plug all your ring lights, chargers, and computer all in together. i like the ones with the usb ports built in!
15FT Flat Extension Cord with USB C, 6 Outlets
 
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small and portable
LED Light Attachment - heyday™ Black
 
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I love that your phone mounts at the top and not in the middle. great for sitting talking videos
Tzumi ONAIR 8" LED Ring Light with Tripod Stand & Phone Holder
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we absolutely LOVE DJI products in our house! Drones, gimbals, stands.. it's all useful for multiple things!!
DJI USA
 
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For filming at your desk or hopping on a brand call without balancing your phone on a pile of books! The Logitech Brio 100 is a 1080p webcam with a built-in mic and a privacy cover you can slide shut when you’re done. A simple option for tutorials, l...
Logitech Brio 100 1080p Webcam for Video Calls & Desktop Recording
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All those video takes need somewhere to live! This Samsung T7 Shield gives you 1TB of portable storage for raw footage, product photos and finished videos. Handy for keeping client projects and b-roll together without filling up your computer. Check ...
Samsung T7 Shield 1TB Portable SSD for Video Footage & Content Storage

Learning

These are courses and other things I used to learn how to monetize online!

 
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Are you ready to learn how you can make money on amazon with products you already own??
Unlock Amazon Reviews
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Ever thought of starting a quote page on instagram or facebook, but had NO IDEA how to get started? This course will teach you everything you need to know.
The Quote Society
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learn how to make money using Pinterest
Pin It to Win It Mini Course
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If you are looking to learn UGC, Amazon Influencer, Tiktok Shop, and Freelancing… This is the place to be!
The Anti Influencer Method™ 2.0
 
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If your mindset is holding you back, dive into the Identity Shift!
THE IDENTITY SHIFT
 
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Learn how to monetize on Facebook!
STOP Posting for Free!

AI & Digital Tools for Content Creators

For making the graphics, editing the videos and trying those AI ideas you’ve been saving. Have a look at what each tool does, plus any offers through my links. You don’t need a paid subscription to everything!

 
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Have a visual in your head but no idea how to make it? OpenArt lets you describe it with a prompt, generate AI images, edit visuals or turn a still image into a video. Think Pinterest graphics, backgrounds and ideas for social posts. You’ll probably ...
OpenArt AI Image & Video Generator for Content Creators
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For when you have the content idea but still need to make the actual graphic! Canva has templates for Pinterest pins, Instagram posts, YouTube thumbnails and media kits, plus photo and video editing tools. Pick a template, add your photos, and change...
Canva Design Tools for Social Posts, Pinterest Pins & Thumbnails
 
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CapCut is for putting all those random clips in your camera roll to work! Trim your videos, add a voiceover, and get captions on your reels, TikToks or UGC. Always double-check the captions though. Sometimes they have their own version of what you sa...
CapCut Video Editor & AI Captions for Reels, TikTok & UGC
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Audio & Microphones

For voiceovers, talking videos and interviews where people need to hear what you’re saying! There are clip-on and desk options here. Just match the mic’s connection to your phone or computer before ordering.

 
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Needed for filming clear, crisp voice videos!
MAYBESTA Wireless Lavalier Lapel Microphone
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Recording voiceovers at your desk? This RØDE NT-USB Mini is a USB microphone for talking videos, podcasts and livestreams. It comes with a little magnetic desk stand, a built-in pop filter and a headphone connection so you can hear what you’re record...
RØDE NT-USB Mini Desktop Microphone for Voiceovers & Streaming
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Phone Mounts & Tripods

Because holding your phone while trying to film everything gets old fast! Tripods, selfie sticks and mounts for hands-free filming. Check that your phone fits and the mount works where you want to use it.

 
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face tracking tripod. great for videos when you want to be moving around!
360 Face Tracking Tripod for Phone: Auto Motion
 
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selfie stick/tripod. perfect for on the go! folds up small to fit in your bag. comes with a remote for easy photos.
Sensyne 60" Phone Tripod & Selfie Stick, Black
 
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easy to use phone tripod
Liphisy 64” Tripod for Cell Phone & Camera
 
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a magnetic dash mount! record while you drive! hands free! plus is can work at a bunch of angles
SYNCWIRE MagSafe Car Mount for All Phones
 
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i take this everywhere with me! sticks to any surface
Vacuum Magnetic Car Phone Holder Mount