The creator toolkit I wish I had when I started: gear, travel essentials, and resources worth knowing about.
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Tools
Creator Education
Hotel Content Props & Wardrobe
Content Creation Apps
Tools
Getting various angles is super important in content creation. These tools will help with that.
Having a tripod is helpful when filming solo
Selfie Stick Tripod w/ Light & Bluetooth Remote, 67" Extendable, 6 in 1 Wireless for iPhone Samsung Android
I use this when going live around the resort & hotels
Smaller Magnetic Phone Tripod Stand iPhone
Great for getting smooth shots
Upgrated 5-in-1 Magnetic Selfie Stick Remote
Great for get ready with me content
Suction Cup Mirror Phone Holder with Light
great for filming in dark restaurant
Magnetic Selfie Light for iPhone Magsafe CRI97
Lighting for live hosting on IG
LED Ring Light 62" Tripod, Phone Holder, Remote
Ring light for talking head content
Ring Light with Stand & Phone Holder, CRI 98+ for Streaming & Calls
Great for filming in the car
Sun Visor 360° Rotatable Extendable Phone Holder (Green)
This will help stablize your phone and prevent shakey videos
DJI Osmo Mobile 7 Gimbal Stabilizer for iPhone & Android
Offer the best sound quality
DJI Mic Mini 2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case
Podcast style content is trending
Dynamic Gaming Microphone with RGB, Pink
Don't let your phone die while filming. Always keep an portable charger
Power Bank 6-Output Fast Charging USB-C/A
Creator Education
Creating content is only half the game! The goal is to know how to turn your content into opportunities and income. Here you’ll find courses, communities, and resources to help you grow your platform, learn monetization strategies, explore affiliate ...
A free skool community with 60 days of training with the option to update. Teri works on the brand side and knows what brands are looking for
The UGC Authority
Learn to get paid to travel by becoming a travel content creator
Paid To Travel Club
Turn your travel content into income with TikTok Go. 📸✈️ Cash From Camera Roll is my guide to becoming a travel affiliate through TikTok Go and learning how to monetize the travel content you’re already creating. I’ll walk you through how the progra...
Cash From Your Camera Roll: How to Monetize Travel & Local Content with TikTok Go
A step by step guide to learning UGC and other virtual income streams
Learn to make money from your phone
Syd makes great content about tech UGC
byysid on TikTok
Hotel Content Props & Wardrobe
Getting lifestyle shots of yourself at a hotel is essential as a travel creator. I’ve listed the items I always bring while traveling to help capture elevated, effortless lifestyle content. When building your travel-content wardrobe, choose neutral, ...
Some hotels will offer a bathrom but it may not fit or photograph well. Its a good idea to bring your own
Classic Bathrob
A nice set of PJs is great for in room lifestyle filming. You'll want to pick a set with out patterns to allow the room to shine
Short Sleeve Button Down Pajama Set with Joggers
Great for a wake up shot
Silk Sleep Mask - Padded Cocoon for Darkness
The perfect hat for pool & beach shots
Women's Wide Brim Straw Sun Hat - Foldable
Sunglasses are great for pool shots but also fun in room shots
2 Packs Women's Big Frame Fashion Sunglasses
Simple clothing photographs well
Womens Summer Smocked Midi Dress with Pockets
A white robe is great for in room & get ready with me content
Cotton Terry Shawl Collar Bathrobe - Unisex
Chic airport outfits
Yousify Women's 2-Piece Wide Leg Lounge Set
Chic airport outfit
Two Piece Cozy Sweat Sets for Women
Content Creation Apps
Apps that make content creation easier
The best video editor
CapCut Desktop | The Ultimate AI Photo & Video Editor for Mac & PC
