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Creator Toolkit
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items These are the tools I use, the ones I'm saving up for, and the gear I've come back to after spending far too much time comparing options. If I were building my creative setup today, this is where I'd start.
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📍On my Radar
🟢Current Using
This has been my main editing laptop for years. It's handled everything from day-to-day work to learning new creative software.
HP Pavilion Gaming 15-dk2000 Laptop PC (2P1Z8AV) Software and ...
The editing software I'd continue investing my time in. Between color grading, Fusion, Fairlight, and editing, it offers room to grow without constantly switching applications.
DaVinci Resolve | Blackmagic Design
The program I mainly use to edit most client work. The first program also that I learned to operate, so I find it more comfortable to use.
Adobe Creative Cloud | Professional Creative Software
For when I need to edit visuals on the go.
Canva: Visual Suite for Everyone
📍On my Radar
These are the upgrades I've researched the most and would seriously consider adding to my setup.
The upgrade I'm working toward. My priorities are reliability, color-accurate editing, battery life, and enough performance to comfortably handle DaVinci Resolve, motion graphics, and larger creative projects for years to come.
Buy 16-inch MacBook Pro - Apple
This is the camera I'd build my creative kit around. It has the versatility to handle client work, travel, photography, and video without feeling like something I'd outgrow anytime soon. If I'm investing in one camera for the long run, this is where ...
Sony Alpha 7 IV Full-frame Mirrorless Camera
If I could only own one lens for the A7 IV, this would be it. It covers almost everything—from portraits and travel to client work and video—without constantly switching lenses.
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN II Art | Comprar
A compact lens that's easy to recommend if you enjoy landscapes, cityscapes, travel, or filming yourself. Bright enough for low light without costing as much as Sony's G lenses.
24mm F1.8 AF Compact Full Frame Wide Angle (Sony E)
One of the easiest zoom lenses to recommend for Sony full-frame cameras. Excellent image quality, a useful focal range, and significantly less expensive than Sony's flagship 24-70mm GM II.
Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 Sony E
One of the easiest upgrades for any creative workflow. Fast enough to edit directly from and reliable enough to carry active projects wherever you're working.
Samsung T9 Portable SSD 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
The internal SSD I'd choose for a workstation. A noticeable upgrade when working with large video projects or creative applications.
Samsung 990 PRO 2TB NVMe M.2 PCIe Gen4 SSD
Probably the piece of gear I'm most excited about in the long run. A NAS isn't just more storage—it's a better way to organize projects, automate backups, and keep years of work in one place.
UGREEN NAS Storage: 2-Bay to 8-Bay Models with Free Trials ...
The studio headphones I've spent the most time researching. Comfortable for long editing sessions and detailed enough for critical listening without becoming fatiguing.
beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO 80 Ohm Studio Headphones
If I ever build a dedicated recording space, this would be one of the first microphones I'd consider. It works equally well for voiceovers, podcasts, and client meetings.
MV7+ - Podcast Microphone - Shure USA
A light I'd happily build a studio around. Bright, dependable, and flexible enough for interviews, YouTube videos, or product shots.
amaran 100d S
A mouse that's become a favorite among creative professionals for a reason. The customizable buttons can noticeably speed up repetitive editing tasks.
MX Master 3s Wireless Mouse - 8K Optical Sensor - Logitech
A thoughtfully designed backpack that adapts well whether you're carrying a camera, laptop, or both. One of the few bags that balances protection with everyday usability.
Everyday Backpack | Peak Design Official Site
I always like the visual aesthetic of this backpack. It's hardshell, thick pads for the laptop compartment to ensure it's safety. Also, it doesn't look bulky and it looks futuristic.
BANGE Anti-theft Hardshell Backpack with TSA Lock &USB port
A practical backup power solution for creators working from home. It keeps essential gear running long enough to finish exports, save projects, or continue working through shorter outages.
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power Station
If I ever upgrade my internal SSD, this is how I'd give the old drive a second life. A good enclosure turns an unused NVMe SSD into a fast portable drive that's perfect for editing projects, backups, or moving large files between devices.
ACASIS 40Gbps SSD Enclosure - Thunderbolt NVMe M.2