Top 5 Tools I Use to Create UGC

Creating content isn’t just about creativity — the right tools can take your videos from amateur to pro without breaking the bank. After producing content for dozens of brands, these are the 5 tools I always have in my setup. Whether you’re filming skincare reviews, lifestyle vlogs, or unboxing videos, this gear helps you look polished and sound professional.

1. Smartphone Tripod with Ring Light

This all-in-one tripod and ring light is my go-to for filming on my phone. The 10” ring light has 3 lighting modes and 11 brightness levels — super helpful for making my content look crisp no matter the time of day. The tripod is sturdy but lightweight, with an extendable height and a Bluetooth remote so I can film hands-free. It’s beginner-friendly, budget-friendly, and totally reliable for both vertical and horizontal shots.

UBeesize 12” LED Ring…

• 【12” Powerful LED Ring Light with 240 LEDs】This upgraded 12-inch ring light features…

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2. Wireless Lavalier Microphone

I have almost as many microphones as I have tripods. These are so handy and functional but can be easily misplaced or lost. I always make sure to have 2-3 different Lavalier Mics handy.

Movo Wireless Mini UC Duo…

• DUAL USB-C WIRELESS MICROPHONES FOR iPHONE 15 & ANDROID: Capture broadcast-quality audio from two…

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3. Phone Mount with Overhead Arm

If you’re a food/cooking or arts/crafts focused content creator, you need an overhead stand to get those important shots. This is a must to bring your viewer into the experience with you!

elitehood Heavy Duty…

• 【Stable & Sturdy】 Heavy duty base(weighted: 3.3lbs), long metal arm, strong phone holder are…

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4. Neck Mount Phone Holder

Not fashionable but definitely functional. I love my Neck Tripod when I’m filming POV footage but it also acts as a short tripod stand, which is great for lower angle tabletop shoots where I don’t want to pull out my adjustable floor tripod.

TELESIN Magnetic Neck…

• What’s in the Package? – TELESIN world premiere magnetic neck tripod mount set includes 1 x Magnetic…

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5. Tripods of Various Sizes

Tall, short, lightweight, heavier and sturdy…not all tripods are created equal. From a selfie stick tripod to a fully adjustable 5 foot tripod with ring light, I have them all. And each tripod has a use for its own time and place. When in doubt, get all your tripods out, to make sure you get the best shot and footage for your needs.

Phone Tripod, 86″ Tall…

• 【Tall Phone Tripod for Recording】Victiv cell phone tripod prioritizes the needs of creators by upgrading the height adjustment to 86 inch( Gooseneck included). It is made of premium reinforced…

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Want to see everything I use to shoot, edit, and style my UGC content? Check out my full creator toolkit here: My Amazon Creator Store