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Must-Haves for Content Creation: Beginners and Beyond!
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items I've been a written content creator for over 10 years, and now I'm doing video! Here you'll find everything you need to get started with content creation yourself. I included beginner-friendly items, plus things for experienced creators. Enjoy! :)
Sections
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Tripods
Backgrounds
Microphones/Headphones
Cameras
Lighting
Tripods
The first tripod I ever purchased! It's served me so well — perfect for beginners just starting out.
TONEOF 60" Selfie Stick Tripod, All-in-1
A more robust tripod option — I like this one for unboxing videos or for filming food and cleaning content!
Overhead Camera Mount with Ring Light
Perhaps my most used content creation item! This changed the game for the quality of my videos. It makes FaceTime-style videos so easy!
Auto Face Tracking 360° Rotating Tripod
Backgrounds
Simple background tiles, ideal for creators who don't have a super modern kitchen (like me!). This will elevate your UGC videos and photos.
2 PCS Flat Lay Photo Backdrop Boards
Even more background options! I like this one because it also comes with some props, and there are a ton of colors to choose from.
10pcs 20 Patterns Food Background Kit
Perfect if you plan on doing a lot of green screen content! I love that this kit comes with really anything you could need.
JEBUTU Green Screen Backdrop Kit 5X6.5ft
Microphones/Headphones
I love this microphone for podcasting, YouTube videos, and podcast-style UGC content! Great quality at a great price point.
HyperX SoloCast USB Gaming Microphone
This mini microphone is so fun for UGC and TikTok videos! I love the style and the quality is top notch.
Mini Mic Pro Wireless Microphone for iPhone
Love these over the ear headphones for podcasting and YouTube! I'm obsessed with the light blue color!
OneOdio Wired Over Ear Hi-Res Headphones
Cameras
Love this camera for YouTube vlogging, and it can also be used for UGC with high production value! It's an incredible price point and I love that the screen can flip.
4K Digital Camera with Autofocus & Anti-Shake
A 5K camera option! It's got a bit of a higher price point and I probablyy wouldn't use this for UGC, but it's incredible for shooting high-quality YouTube and podcast videos.
5K WiFi 75MP Vlogging Camera for YouTube
The quality of your back camera is SO much better than the front, and this screen mirror for iPhone is so helpful — you can actually see what you look like while you record!
Newmowa Phone Vlog Selfie Monitor Screen
Lighting
My favorite square selfie light! The size is perfect and I love that I can attach it directly to my computer.
Adjustable Brightness Phone LED Light
A great ring light option! I love that you can adjust the color/shade of the light. It's great for capturing different moods!
UBeesize 12'' Selfie Ring Light & Tripod
If you want to make sure you can shoot content even on the rainiest days, a softbox light is a must!
Torjim 16'' x 16'' Softbox Lighting Kit