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What’s in my creator bag
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items You don’t always get to make your Talking Heads or b-roll in the comfort of your set up studio area so I have what I consider the minimum viable product for being a creator on the move when I need to capture b-roll quickly when there’s just something...
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The bags to hold it all together
The tech that makes content creation actually happen
Odds & ends to round out the day
The bags to hold it all together
So these are the bags I reach for again and again.
On my absolute smallest minimum viable product days, I will use just my purse as my contact creator bag. This is my favorite purse of light because it really captures my love of tabletop gaming and general whimsy. It’s also super spacious so even my ...
Quester's Crossbody
Sometimes I don’t want people to know that I’m a content creator and at those times I’ll carry just a larger purse. The modern and chic is really good for those moments.
Modern Chic Vegan Leather Slouchy Tote Bag
This is the bag that I’ll carry once I have a new laptop because it’ll still fit all of my creator gear and a computer and at that point I wil lliterally have everything I need together
OIWAS 14 Inch Laptop Messenger Bag
The tech that makes content creation actually happen
This is my camera my entire content creation station. It does absolutely everything for me. I got it in May 2026 as a birthday present and an upgrade from my base model iPhone 12 you don’t have to have the latest and greatest to get what you need don...
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max 1TB Natural Ti - Unlocked Renewed
So this is a bit of a splurge because I do not yet have a camera so once again, making the most of my iPhone and giving me the ability to use the back cameras accurately with a selfie monitor is essential
Shimbol CP5 5" 1080P Touchscreen Vlog Monitor
Having a portable is what takes your content from good to nice. Also, this one having a diffuser is a secret extra punch to making your videos better.
SmallRig RM120 RGB LED Video Light Panel 7W
I wouldn’t keep recommending this tripod if it wasn’t amazing I use it all the time. It is my primary tripod and the one that I reached for anytime I need assurance that my phone is going to stay at my YouTube video isn’t going to shake.
ULANZI TT88 Magnetic Tripod for iPhone 17
I’m a very big fan of the brand and this little one not only holds up your phone, but it can also be used to hold a selfie monitor or portable light if they are MagSafe or have the MagSafe ring
ULANZI MA62 Magnetic Phone Tripod Stand, Foldable Mini
I didn’t understand the hype behind DJI until I got my own mics and I get it. I see my larger creators use them and I see why there’s only one other company that is recommended as much. They are definitely worth it.
DJI Mic Mini 2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case
A USB-C one terabyte drive even if you have a phone lots of storage make sure that you can organize and archive your work easily and not run out of space on your phone
Lexar 1TB Go Portable SSD w/Hub, 1050MB/s
The Samsung T9 is recommended so frequently for a reason it’s reliable and durable. You can toss it in your bag and it goes from your phone to your computer quickly and easily.
Samsung T9 Portable 1TB SSD USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
If you take nothing else from this list, carry a portable battery with you. You never know when your phone as reliable as it might be may need extra power.
UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 145W 3-Port USB-C Power Bank
Odds & ends to round out the day
When I’m filming, I hate being interrupted for it’s a huge thing with my ADHD so I like to keep my water bottle full of either plain ice water or a fun flavored drink to keep my focus up and continue the scene
Owala FreeSip 40oz Stainless Steel Bottle
With all these screens to maintain having a screen cleaner and a microfiber cloth on hand is essential
WHOOSH! Screen Shine Go – Refillable Cleaner Kit
Having earbuds you can use for covert voiceovers and to use while editing is another quiet essential to drop into your bag that does double duty
Apple AirPods Pro 3 Wireless Earbuds ANC
Dry lips are the bane of Talking Heads and voiceovers
eos Organic Lip Balm 4-Pack, Various Flavors
Hydration packets are another unsung, hero of staying refreshed, focused, and ready to work
Ultima Replenisher Electrolyte Packets, 20