Smartphone, basic mic, free editing software enough to begin.
10 steps across 1 sections
1. Steps Guide
- Define niche and audience
- Choose platforms — YouTube, TikTok/Reels, podcast. Start one
- Set up accounts — Professional, branded
- Camera — Smartphone 2020+ sufficient
- Audio — USB mic ($30-50) improves dramatically
- Lighting — Ring light or LED ($20-50)
- Editing — Free: DaVinci Resolve, CapCut, Audacity
- Content calendar — 2-4 weeks. Consistency over perfection
- Recording space — Quiet, clean, well-lit
- Learn algorithms — Each rewards differently
Common Mistakes
- Expensive gear before starting
- Neglecting audio
- Inconsistent posting
- Not engaging audience
- Comparing to established
Pro Tips
- $150-400 starter kit typical
- Content over production quality
- Batch-create for consistency
- Study analytics
- Upgrade one piece at a time
Sources
Picking one
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