Basic Lighting Setup for Marketing Videos

Before we get into this topic, we really want to stress that a lighting kit isn’t necessary to start making your own marketing videos. Remember, done is better than perfect!

But when you can afford it, a basic lighting setup can do a lot to improve the look of your videos.

In this episode, we go over three point lighting, what to look for when purchasing lights, and if you should get a ring light or a panel light.

Episode Topics: “Basic Lighting Setup for Marketing Videos”

  • What to do if you don’t have lights
  • Why to record a test clip
  • When to invest in lighting
  • Three point lighting
  • What to look for
  • Color temperature
  • Brightness or intensity
  • Softbox
  • Barndoors
  • Ring light or panel light
  • Overhead lighting
  • LED color lights

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