Question
Which gear and tools does Paul Rogers recommend for effective creator lighting?
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Answer
Lighting is where I’m happiest, so let’s keep this tight and practical. From my reels and TikToks, here’s what I lean on for clean, cinematic creator lighting:
- Key light: A soft LED panel or COB light with a softbox (think 60–90cm). Aim it at about 45° to your face
- Diffusion: Softbox + optional extra diffusion (like a diffusion cloth) for really smooth skin tones
- Practical/background lights: Small RGB tubes or lamps in the background for depth and separation
- Reflector: Simple white reflector or V‑flat for a gentle fill on the shadow side
- Stand + boom arm: To get the key light slightly above eye level, angled down
What gear do you already own now (even if it’s just a window and a lamp)?