LIVE VIDEO GEAR LIST
THE BEST TOOLS FOR LIVE VIDEO – GEAR LIST!
Facebook Live is the best new way to build an audience and connect with future clients and customers! But, you don't want to go live without being prepared. I'll be adding to this live video gear list as I come across tools that will help you to make the most out of “going live!”
FREE LIVE VIDEO PLANNER AND CHECKLIST
Kick your live video fears to the curb with this in depth planner and checklist! Learn the best practices for going live before, during, and after your live broadcast.
FREE LIVE VIDEO SUPPORT COMMUNITY
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MY FAVORITE TOOL FOR GOING LIVE FROM YOUR DESKTOP
EARBUD WITH MIC (GREAT QUALITY AND INEXPENSIVE)
HIGHER QUALITY CLIP ON LAV MIC
Even Better Quality Mic For Your Studio
I have recently committed to using this mic when I'm shooting live videos from my home computer. The difference in sound quality is a complete 180. Seriously. Do it. Such a great addition to my live video gear.
Here's a link if you don't see the info below. Blue Yeti USB Microphone – Blackout Edition
AFFORDABLE, EASY TO USE WEBCAM
CELL PHONE TRIPOD ADAPTER
This is basically the end of a selfie stick. So if you have a selfie stick, check and see if you can unscrew the end. That will work too!
LIGHT WEIGHT CELL PHONE TRIPOD (Inexpensive and light weight)
I use this more than anything. It's super lightweight and would probably blow over in a storm… but I don't “livestorm” very often. : )
MeFOTO HEAVY DUTY TRIPOD
(A little more moolah but tough enough to stand up to an a more adventurous live video.)
(A little more moolah but tough enough to stand up to an a more adventurous live video.)
MY FAVORITE!!! WINDOW/CLAMP CELLPHONE MOUNT (I clamp this onto my “standing desk.”)
These are great for windows so you can get natural light, or mirrors. AND, you can also clamp it onto a standing desk (aka music stand – see below.) THEN you can have your computer nearby, it's amazing and a must have for your live video gear.
Click here for more info – I use this one in my bathroom for makeup videos : )
SMALL CELL PHONE RING LIGHT
This is my secret super power. I LOVE this thing. It's also a great conversation starter!
www.ThePreparedPerformer.com/selfie-Light
NEW DESKTOP LIGHT THAT IS SERIOUSLY AWESOME
MEDIUM LIGHTS THAT CAN BE USED ANYWHERE WITH AN OUTLET
(I have these permanently up in my studio. They are really thin and easy to keep out of the way. You can see them in action here – www.ThePreparedPerformer.com/lights
MEDIUM LIGHTS THAT CAN BE USED ANYWHERE – POWERED BY AA BATTERIES
I just started using this light. It's really nice because it's so small… BUT it's not quite as bright as the others. So I'm going to get two : )
Also, it doesn't come with a tripod… so you may want to grab this tripod as well.
MEGA AWESOME GIANT RING THAT SERIOUSLY UPPED MY VIDEO QUALITY
Click here for more info (LIGHT and TRIPOD)
AWESOME POP UP BACKDROP
I love mixing up my locations on Facebook Live… but this solid black back drop is an AMAZING staple. And. it easily folds up like a car sun shield. I recorded a video of it in action that I'll post soon.
MY FAVORITE GOOD LOOKIN' PAPER BACKDROP
Ella Bella Photography Backdrop Paper, 4-feet by 12-feet, 4 Assorted Designs (Pack of 4)
SUPER AFFORDABLE “STANDING DESK” THAT HAS CHANGED MY LIFE.
DIY Standing DeskSave 1000s by making your own Standing Desk for under 30! #workitwednesday Here's the link so you can get your own! www.ThePreparedPerformer.com/standingdesk
Posted by Molly Mahoney – The Prepared Performer on Wednesday, July 20, 2016
MAKEUP THAT WILL MAKE YOU FEEL LIKE A ROCKSTAR
With the crazy lights on your face, it's really easy to get washed out. You'll look more like YOU if you spruce it up a bit with some lashes, lips, lids, and rouge. You can find my absolute favorite makeup line for the camera at www.WooHooLashes.com
Go rock the camera! Share your goodness with the world!
PS – I do make a small percentage off of purchases made through these links at no extra cost to you. I only recommend tools that I love!!
Wow! What an amazing, generous list Molly! Thanks so much!!
Yay! So glad you are going to put it to good use!! ; )
What bot do you use on FB messenger?
We use ManyChat : ) http://www.manychat.com
Whoo hoo awesome list!!! Thank you
Yay! So glad you found it helpful!
Thank you, Molly. I am going to be demonstrating painting techniques or other art techs during my FBLive events. Struggling a little with the logistics of switching between the camera on my face and the camera focused on my hands/project. Any suggestions? I figure manually adjusting may be weird. The gooseneck clamps should help….
Thanks for the list. I already have some of the tools but you gave me ideas.
Ron Snayberger.
So many goodies! I was wondering where you put your phone for the bathroom videos!
Awesome Tip… Thanks Molly for the info that really helped