My Solo Filmmaking Kit: Everything I Need for 2024

TLDRIn this video, I walk you through my entire solo filmmaking kit that I'll be using for my projects in 2024. From camera rig to lights to audio equipment, I'll be doing everything myself. Watch to see the gear I rely on as a solo filmmaker.

Key insights

🎥As a solo filmmaker, I take on multiple roles, including directing, cinematography, producing, and post-production.

📸I use a Sony fx3 camera as my main camera, which offers excellent quality in a compact package.

🎙️For sound, I use a combination of XLR inputs with a Rode NTG3B shotgun microphone and wireless microphones for interviews.

💡My lighting setup consists of an Aperture 600D Pro as the main key light, Nanlite Pavo Tubes for versatility, and a big soft dome for interviews.

💻In terms of editing and post-production, I use Adobe Premiere Pro and rely on my iMac and Apple display for a seamless editing experience.

Q&A

What camera do you use?

—I use the Sony fx3 as my main camera. Its compact size and excellent quality make it perfect for solo filmmaking.

What lighting setup do you recommend for solo filmmakers?

—For solo filmmakers, I recommend the Aperture 600D Pro as the main key light, Nanlite Pavo Tubes for versatility, and a big soft dome for interviews.

How do you handle sound as a solo filmmaker?

—I use XLR inputs with a Rode NTG3B shotgun microphone for general sound recording, and wireless microphones for interviews to ensure crisp and clear audio.

What editing software do you use?

—I mainly use Adobe Premiere Pro for editing and post-production. It offers a comprehensive and user-friendly editing experience.

What is your main role as a solo filmmaker?

—As a solo filmmaker, I take on multiple roles, including directing, cinematography, producing, and post-production. This allows me to have complete creative control over my projects.

Timestamped Summary

00:01Introduction and overview of my upcoming solo filmmaking projects for 2024.

03:00Detailed breakdown of my camera rig and the Sony fx3 as my main camera.

06:30Overview of my lighting setup, including the Aperture 600D Pro and Nanlite Pavo Tubes.

09:00Description of my sound setup, using XLR inputs, a Rode NTG3B shotgun microphone, and wireless microphones for interviews.

11:30Explanation of my editing and post-production workflow, using Adobe Premiere Pro on my iMac.

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