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Becoming Sort of Internet Famous
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items Tools of the trade for creating User Generated Content (UGC) or living that influencer life.
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Creators
Apps to Get Collabs
Useful Apps
Tools
All of the cool gadgets and props that make creating content easier.
Yes, you could just use your phone, but this will save you precious memory and provide amazing quality content.
Sony ZV-1 Digital Camera (White) | DCZV1/W
Once you get your phone balanced and get the hang of using a gimbal, it's a game changer for stabilizing your filming.
hohem iSteady M6 Kit Gimbal for Smartphone
Small but mighty extra light. And so affordable!
NEEWER Selfie Light with Phone Clip, 3 Modes
Life saver for preserving iPhone storage.
SanDisk 256GB iXpand Flash Drive Luxe
This little guy really helps you get different angles and depth.
Xenvo Pro Lens Kit for iPhone & Android
Super versatile and light, but has a ton of options (especially for multiple cameras so you can easily film behind the scenes stuff)
13" Selfie Ring Light with 63" Tripod & 3 Holders
No aesthetic kitchen? No problem! Plus, these come flat so you don't have to waste time flattening rolled-up backgrounds.
8PCS Photography Backdrops with Tripod Stand
This little tool actually works! You can shoot inside your fridge, etc. Seriously allows me to be more creative with angles.
Flipstik 3.0 Foldable Adhesive Phone Mount
This makes it so easy for me to use the Flipstik without having to permanently attach it to my phone case.
Flipstik MagStik Adaptor - Removable & Wireless
Step up your product photography game with these plastic mirrors.
GISELA D Acrylic Mirror Board Props Set (7 Pcs)
This is the tripod a ton of UGC creators have and now I know why. It folds up, holds its remote, and extends super long while staying sturdy.
ATUMTEK 65" Selfie Stick Tripod with Remote
WAY better than the cheap ones. Trust me, invest in good sound equipment because you can't clean up bad sound.
comica Vimo C3 Wireless Lavalier Microphone
This is great for when you're filming on your phone using the back camera and still need to see yourself to make sure you're framed correctly, etc.
Ampper Glass Clip On Security Mirror, Flexible
Great lighting kit for cloudy days.
MOUNTDOG Softbox Lighting Kit, 2x19.7"x27.5"
Creators
These are the UGC creators I've learned the most from and who are killing it.
This is NOT an exhaustive list!
Salha offers a wealth of great content as inspo, is warm and generous, and will soon have a huge videography webinar for purchase.
Instagram (@sociallyaziz)
Super smart and constantly offering great tips.
Instagram (@tran.ugc)
Great videography skills and super generous with her time.
Instagram (@heyfrankieday)
Lot of cool video transitions and inspo.
Instagram (@tiktoktare)
Constantly posting inspiring content examples.
Instagram (@thesamanthajd)
Collaboration of some of the best UGC creators
Instagram (@firstwavesocial)
Only follow Kate if you can accept tough love and can hang with a baddie. She is no nonsense, but definitely is killing it and you could learn a lot from her.
Instagram (@rebel.socials)
Another kind, patient, and generous creator. She recently came out with a great beginner guide and her ads are constantly popping up in my feed!
Instagram (@itsselahmichelle)
Fiverr expert. Seriously.
Instagram (@claireonvideo)
Another amazing Fiverr expert.
Instagram (@freelancebigsis)
Lots of inspiring posts for SAHM creators and she offers great resources.
Instagram (@creativelymadi)
TONS of great hacks for Reels, 1:1 coaching for Instagram growth, and more. She's so great.
Instagram (@evita_social)
Apps to Get Collabs
An incomplete list of apps/websites where you can create a creator profile and apply for UGC jobs or get requests from brands.
Lots of variety in available jobs, easy to use. When you start, all paid collabs are $120.
UGC Platform and Content Creator Network | Trend
Create your profile and “gig” (specific job you'll do) and let brands come to you! Pro tip: set your rates low to start and raise them once you've completed a good number of gigs.
Fiverr - Freelance Services Marketplace
Tons of great collabs listed on this one with a wide variety of niches and compensation levels. Create your profile and then start applying to brands. Definitely include detailed cover letters for each!
Cohley
Sign up for their regular newsletter that lists open collab opportunities, and sign up for their new job searching tool. They also offer AI-generated email pitching tool, and brand contact databases.
Brands Meet Creators - Connecting Brands and Creators for ...
Lots of variety in niches and compensation levels. Pro tip: you must get approved before you can land any collabs, so have a few video examples for Instagram and TikTok ready to upload to your profile before you sign up because yes, you can be decine...
Insense - UGC Ads and Influencer Partnerships
Useful Apps
These are the apps that make creating content easier.
The most user-friendly video editing software and app. You don't need Pro, but I highly recommend it. Available as desktop software and mobile app for editing on the go!
CapCut | All-in-one video editor & graphic design tool driven ...
Not a graphic designer? Need stock images, videos, or sounds? Want a simpler video editor? Need a collaboration space with others? Canva does it all and even offers AI. Yes, get the pro version.
Canva: Visual Suite for Everyone
This app works great with the Hohem gimbal and offers additional fun features beyond your phone's camera.
Hohem Joy on the App Store
Not an app per se, but she offers contracts for content creators and influencers written by a lawyer (herself) so you know you can trust them. When you purchase, they include notes on how to use them and any update she make to a document you purchase...
Legal Doer LLC
Your “link in bio” management site with a ton of added features to help you sell your digital product, create invoices, and more.
Snipfeed: Your creator storefront
Another great option for “link in bio” and to sell your digital products.
Stan - Your Creator Store
Easy to use teleprompter app for iPhone
Teleprompter for Video
Awesome free tool to clean up your voiceovers!
Clean up audio for free with Adobe Podcast AI