Gear and Training
I’ve been asked about what I use to create my videos and where I learned what I know.
Below are links to the gear I use and the training that has really helped me with video recording, streaming, and presenting - both in-person and remotely.
*Some of these links are affiliate links. There is no extra cost for you but it gives me a little support that helps me keep building these trainings and sharing resources with you!
Computer
I use an M1 MacBook Pro. For what I do, you could use a Mac mini. But any Mac you use should be an Apple silicon or M-series chip not an Intel chip to make everything work smoothly and easily.
*You can also find deals on their refurbished page and on eBay.
The Software
Ecamm LIVE is the main software I use to record videos, live stream, and present in Zoom meetings. It is both simple and powerful. And setting it up correctly before I use it saves me hours in editing!
The Gear
This Gear Guide from Lights Camera IMPACT is the basis of what I have purchased and use.
The Prompter
I switched from a traditional teleprompter setup that used an iPad for the screen to Elgato’s Prompter which has the screen built-in with a simple setup and easy-to-use software. This is how I look directly at you, (the camera), on Zoom or videos. HIGHLY recommend!
The Hub
My son, who is a web developer, recommend the Stay-Go USB-C Hub from Twelve South to me and it has been one of my favorite and most-used accessories for my Mac! Very portable with just the ports I need for all my work.
Ecamm Live Training
Adrian is the best trainer for the software that magically makes everything work so smoothly on my lives and Zoom calls and saves me so much editing time when recording videos.
Lights Camera IMPACT
When people ask how I look and sound good on Zoom calls or in my recorded videos, it’s mostly due to this training!
YouTube Training
From understanding how powerful YouTube can be to knowing the best way to use what it offers, Adrian and his team offer great training that will really help you get ahead!
Noise-Cancelling Software
Adrian introduced me to Krisp. It is my secret weapon for making sure I’m the only one you hear!
Shortcut Controls
My elgato Stream Deck allows me to simply control everything - even separate controls for Keynote, Ecamm, and Zoom all with the push of a button!