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Video Editor Starter Kit
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items As a graduate of a film studies program, I have slowly built up my setup over the years to be affordable, effective and useful. I use these all the time & they're great for freelancers or anyone trying to step into the content creation world.
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Tech Products
For the Desk
Software/Subscriptions
Tech Products
The big products needed to form the basis of your system.
I upgraded from the MacBook Pro to a 2024 Mac Mini with 24gb memory last year and it was the best decision. As someone who barely used my laptop not at a desk (and if I did it was for things that could be done in an iPad) switching to a desktop was e...
Mac mini
This is a small but mighty add-on. It doubles (maybe even triples) your plug in space and makes it super easy to slot everything in without having to worry about unplugging when moving if you use a laptop.
Thunderbolt 5 Dock | TS5 | 15 Ports | 140W Charging
I have had my Bose headphones for YEARS. I love that they can connect to two things at once so if I have to switch between my phone & computer or iPad it seamlessly transfers over. The sound quality is great and they're super comfy. I even replac...
Bose QuietComfort Noise Cancelling Headphones
This monitor may not be the most unbelievably sleek, high tech, advanced monitor on the market. But it's consistent. It works. The colour is great and has a lot of options to adjust if needed. I have 2 and they work perfectly in tandem.
PD3200U｜32-inch 4K UHD sRGB Designer Monitor
Great keyboard for those who want a low profile keyboard. I used this for years before I realized I preferred something clickier (haha). This works great and is sleek and modern, and of course can go with your apple ecosystem. A great addition even i...
Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad for Mac models
Great keyboard for those who may want something a little more fun & also mechanical. Recently switched to this and love it. A great entry price point.
RK920 Full Size Mechanical Keyboard - RK Royal Kludge
For the Desk
Smaller additions to help optimize your editing workflow & timing.
Messy cables can be an instant distraction. Plus if you ever have to add or move anything it can get confusing. An under desk cable organizer is a MUST. I prefer a shelf one over the mesh nets because it's easier to access and still forces you to org...
Under desk cable management
I have lost many mugs of tea from locking in & forgetting my mug is there. A mug warmer is a small simple pleasure that helps keep my drink warmed so I have to take less trips to the microwave.
Salton | Mug Warmer
A monitor riser is a great way to add some extra storage on your desk to help keep things neat & organized and clutter out of sight.
Dual Monitor Stand
I've had many stress balls, but the Nice Cube is by far the best one. I love the texture because I hate the weird cornstarch ones. This is a need for me to keep at my desk while pondering
NEE DOH Nice Cube
These are a necessity. In the same vein as under desk cable management, these help as the wires come up. A great way to ensure you can always find your charger!
Adhesive Cable Clips
Software/Subscriptions
My favourite softwares & subscription services for editing.
Honesty just the gold-standard for editing I went with Premiere over Final Cut because you can get the whole Adobe ecosystem. It may be complicated at first but once you get in the groove everything feels second nature and has so many abilities.
Adobe Premiere - Professional video editing software
A great little add on if you do something like YouTube. Has a bunch of sound effects, music, footage, templates, LUTs and presets to explore. I actually used some music from Motion Array in my short film and everyone said it sounds really good and no...
Motion Array
A great site for background music that'll take your videos to the next level. The music is so much better than classic royalty free music. there's a lot of genres & lists to chose from. They even have a sound effects section, granted it's not as ...
Epidemic Sound