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YOUTUBE SETUP & GEAR GUIDE

Create Pro-Looking Videos that

Grow Your Audience with Ease

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CRUSH IT ON CAMERA – GEAR GUIDE Cameras
Two Recommended Cameras Options

Dummy Battery Sigma 16mm f1.4

Canon R10 Canon 16mm f2.8 Canon m50 mark 2 Dummy Battery

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❏ Canon R10 ❏ Canon M50 mark 2

❏ Canon 16mm f2.8 ❏ Sigma 16mm f1.4
❏ Dummy Battery ❏ Dummy Battery

For years, I recommended the M50 Mk2 but it has been discontinued. If you have one
or can find one, I still recommend it along with the Sigma 16mm lens! But moving
forward, the R10 is your best best with the Canon 16mm Lens.

Camera Accessories
Elgato Cam Link
❏ Elgato Cam Link
Micro HDMI to
HDMI Cable ❏ Micro HDMI to HDMI Cable
To connect your camera to your
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computer for easy recording, you will
need a Cam Link and Cable.
Head to vidpromom.com/gear for my entire recommended
gear lists and check current pricing.

STEP-BY-STEP SETUP

Watch my setup video at

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to put everything together and
start creating pro-looking videos!

Meredith Marsh vidpromom.com

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CRUSH IT ON CAMERA – GEAR GUIDE Microphones

Recommend Microphones
❏ Shure SM7dB (XLR)
❏ Audio-Technica ATR 2100x ATR 2100x

❏ Shure MV7 (USB)

SM7dB
The ATR 2100x is affordable and
works as a USB or XLR mic so it’s a MV7
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is a pro-level microphone with great
sound and professional look. Head to vidpromom.com/gear for my entire recommended gear lists
and check current pricing.

Microphone Accessories

Mic Arm LP ❏ Shure MVX2U

Earbud Extension
❏ Cables
❏ Elgato Mic Arm LP
MVX2U ❏ Shure Wired Earbuds/IEMs
Shure Earbuds
The Shure MVX2U allows you to
connect an XLR mic to your
computer. You’ll need the
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appropriate cables and microphone
Head to vidpromom.com/gear for my entire recommended gear lists stand, too. Instead of bulky
and check current pricing. headphones, use
In-Ear Monitors (IEMs).

STEP-BY-STEP SETUP

Watch my setup video at

vidpromom.com/setup to see how
to put everything together and
start creating pro-looking videos!

Meredith Marsh vidpromom.com

Copyright © 2023 Meredith Marsh | VidPro Studio, LLC

CRUSH IT ON CAMERA – GEAR GUIDE Lighting

Recommend Lighting

❏ Elgato Key Light

Pick up at least one, if not two Elgato

Elgato Key Light Light Strips
Key Lights. They clamp to your desk
and are controlled by your computer.

Optional Lighting

❏ Elgato Key Light Air

Key Light Air
❏ Elgato Light Strip

Try the Key Light Air for a table-top

lighting solution, although it isn’t as
bright as the Key Light. The Light Strip
is perfect for creating a customizable SEE PRICING
backdrop!
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and check current pricing.

Optional Accessories for Creating Videos

External Hard Drive

Stream Deck
Elgato Prompter
STEP-BY-STEP SETUP

Watch my setup video at

vidpromom.com/setup to see
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how to put everything
together and start creating
Head to vidpromom.com/gear for my entire recommended
gear lists and check current pricing. pro-looking videos!

Meredith Marsh vidpromom.com

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CRUSH IT ON CAMERA – GEAR GUIDE Recording + Editing

Recording Workflow

❏ Video Structure

Follow this video structure when

planning your YouTube videos so
your viewers stay engaged and
watch your entire video.

Editing Workflow

❏ Descript
❏ CapCut BFF METHOD
❏ Adobe Premiere Pro
Keep your editing simple with the
❏ Tella BFF method!
❏ ScreenFlow
Basic – start with basic edits, like
❏ Riverside cutting and trimming.

Fine-Tune - fine-tune your basic

Descript is great for recording & edits by smoothing your cuts and
editing all in one. For advanced adding titles and text.
edits, I recommend Adobe
Premiere Pro. Fancy - add background music,
animations, and lower thirds for
Tella is great for easy screen added branding
recording & editing but if you
need more advanced options, try
ScreenFlow.
STEP-BY-STEP SETUP
Riverside is great for recording
Watch my setup video at
solo or interview podcasts with
vidpromom.com/setup to see how
high quality video.
to put everything together and
start creating pro-looking videos!

Meredith Marsh vidpromom.com

Copyright © 2023 Meredith Marsh | VidPro Studio, LLC

CRUSH IT ON CAMERA – SETUP GUIDE Putting It All Together

STEP-BY-STEP SETUP
Getting your gear is one thing… but putting it all
together is another! That’s why I dedicated an entire
video to showing you how to hook it all up so that you
can start creating videos for your business without a
huge headache.

Still confused? There are a handful of ways to get help

directly from me! Whether it’s gear setup, YouTube
strategy, or generating consistent sales of your online
offer, head to vidpromom.com/workwithme to find a
way we can work together.

Meredith Marsh vidpromom.com

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CRUSH IT ON CAMERA – SETUP GUIDE Set Up Your “YouTubical” Space

Everyone’s recording space is different, so experiment with what might work for
you. Use your window(s), lights, camera, microphone, and desk to create a “set it
and forget it” recording space that works for your videos. I call it a YouTubical!
Not sure what works best for you? Head to vidpromom.com/workwithme to find a
way we can work together.

Meredith Marsh vidpromom.com

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CRUSH IT ON CAMERA – SETUP GUIDE Set Up Your “YouTubical” Space

Common Mistake to Avoid

Try not to cram yourself up
against a wall or bookcase.
The more space behind you,
the better. Otherwise, your
background is distracting
looks cluttered and
unprofessional.
Not sure what works best for
you? Head to
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to find a way we can work
together.

Meredith Marsh vidpromom.com

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CRUSH IT ON CAMERA – SETUP GUIDE Set Up Your “YouTubical” Space

Angles & Framing

Framing yourself–where you are
positioned within your video–is easy to
overlook if you’re not sure what to look
for. Here’s a simple setup for talking head
and video podcasts.

It’s a good idea to align your eyes with the

top third line of your video frame to good
balance and a pro-looking video.

Not sure what works best for you? Head to

vidpromom.com/workwithme to find a
way we can work together.

Meredith Marsh vidpromom.com

Copyright © 2023 Meredith Marsh | VidPro Studio, LLC