A Simple Content Creation Setup
Creating content doesn’t need to be overwhelming or complicated. Here’s a practical setup for anyone, especially if you live alone and are working with a small space like your living room or dining area:
Basic Equipment:
Laptop: Use it for notes, prompts, or controlling your recording software.
Laptop Stand: Elevates your laptop if needed, helping it stay aligned with your lens.
Camera & Audio:
Camera on a Tripod: A stable setup for clear video.
Microphone Options:
Podcast mic with a cord connected to the camera (8mm jack).
Backup mic for versatility.
Post-Editing Software: Use Adobe Premiere Pro for audio and video editing.
Lighting:
Soft Box on a C-Stand: This hovers light over you for even, professional lighting.
(Optional: Simpler light stands can work just as well if C-stands feel excessive.)
Lantern Soft Box: Adds soft, diffused light to your setup.
Godox Light: A budget-friendly option (around $160) that works great for content creation.
Extras for Convenience:
Teleprompter: Attaches to your lens to display scripts or notes.
Clicker: Handy for starting and stopping recordings without touching the camera.
This setup is simple, practical, and works well for a home content studio. You don’t need a fancy office—just use what you have and make it your own!
This streamlined version is easy to follow and gives just the essentials without overwhelming details.
Summary of Key Points:
Overview of your equipment and setup in your living room/dining room.
Storage of equipment in your room or car.
Details about the gear on your table, including a laptop, clicker, keyboard, mouse, and cords.
Lighting setup with an affordable C stand, light, and softbox.
Camera setup with a Sony A7 IV, 20-16mm lens, black mist filter, and Atomos screen.
Use of a Teleprompter and a Podcast mic with a stand.
Workflow of creating content using this setup, including editing and sending videos to an editor.
