You Don’t Need Fancy Gear

One of the biggest myths I hear is that you need a ton of expensive gear to make great videos. The truth? You don’t. If you’ve got an iPhone with Cinematic Mode, a wireless mic, and a small LED light — that’s all you need to create consistently high-quality content.

I’ve taught videography courses across Australia — from government departments to small businesses in Sydney and Brisbane — and this is the thing that clicks for people: video doesn’t have to be complicated. The simpler the setup, the more likely you are to actually hit record and stay consistent.

It's not about getting one super polished video every 6 months, it's about easily making videos each week. We teach a simple step-by-step formula that you can rinse and repeat.

Why Cinematic Mode is a Game-Changer

Cinematic Mode on iPhone gives you that “blurred background look” and focuses the viewer’s attention on you or your subject. It instantly gives your video a more professional, polished feel. That means you don’t need a DSLR or expensive lenses anymore — just your phone.

Good Sound is Now Easy

You can have the best visuals in the world, but if your sound is bad, people will switch off.

A simple wireless mic like the Neewer one below ($157) will take your sound from echoey and distant to clear and professional.

The best part? It’s plug-and-play.

The NEEWER CM28 is plug & play with iPhones, Andriod, and DSLRs

Lighting = Instant Upgrade

Finally, a small wireless LED light makes a massive difference. It removes shadows, brightens your face, and adds a clean, confident look to your content. You don’t need a studio setup. Clip it on, angle it right, and you’re ready to go.

We are obsessed with the Neewer Led Video Light Panel Kit ($229).

Consistency > Complexity

At the end of the day, making videos is about showing up regularly. When your setup is simple and portable, you’re far more likely to use it. The people I see succeed with video are the ones who stop overthinking and start pressing record.

If you’re holding back because you think you need expensive gear, or you think people want to see super polish content — let that go. Your phone, a mic, and a light are all you need to start sharing your message powerfully and professionally.

Want to Learn How?

We teach practical filming and editing courses at your workplace in Sydney, Brisbane, or Melbourne — designed to teach your team how to immediately get started using simple equipment like your phone, mic, and a light.

We come to your workplace and show you how to confidently film, edit, and publish videos that look and sound professional — without the overwhelm.

If you’re ready to start making videos, we’ll help you press record.