7 must-have tools for every content creator right now

Have dreams of becoming an influencer? Or a social media content creator? Then it’s time to move beyond your smart phone. Here’s a list of gadgets you will need to ace the game

GIMBAL

PRICE RANGE: ₹5,000-9,000

It looks like a selfie stick, but isn’t. A gimbal is a tool that has sensors that allows you to shoot motion videos which are smooth and jerk-free thanks to the stabilisation the gadget offers. Aman Vohra, digital content creator, says, “Video content turns out to be more professional and watchable with a gimbal as it helps to avoid the shakiness which usually creeps in with a hand phone. Professionally shot videos get higher engagement too.”

 DSLR OR MIRRORLESS CAMERA

PRICE RANGE: ₹25K- 1 LAKH+ (Only for camera body, lenses separate)

Thanks to this gadget, an “aerial content creator” has actually become a thing, believe it or not. Drone footage is visible more than ever not only on YouTube but also on Instagram, Snapchat and Pinterest. Influencers in the field of travel, fashion, lifestyle, real estate and technology are using it to get their fans hooked. Tech expert Aalok Khemka says, “Drones allow you to enhance your advertising and marketing campaigns, help with SEO and beam ‘live’ telecasts of events.”

DRONE

PRICE RANGE: ₹50K-1.5 LAKH+