Software I use, gadgets I love, and other things I recommend.
I get asked a lot about the things I use to build software, stay productive, or buy to fool myself into thinking I’m being productive when I’m really just procrastinating. Here’s a big list of all of my favorite stuff.
Workstation
Custom Windows Workstation (Ryzen 9 7950X, RTX 4090, 128GB RAM)
Built for 6K timelines and heavy render queues. The combination of a Ryzen 9 CPU and RTX 4090 lets me scrub multi-cam footage without proxies and export client projects quickly.
LG UltraFine 32" 4K Monitor
Hardware-calibrated so I can trust my colors. The extra screen real estate leaves room for scopes, timelines, and reference windows.
Keychron Q3 Pro Mechanical Keyboard
Hot-swappable switches and a compact layout make it easy to bounce between editing shortcuts and day-to-day writing without fatigue.
Logitech MX Master 3S
The dual scroll wheels and custom profiles are made for Premiere and Resolve. My thumb buttons jump the playhead while the wheel handles timeline zooming.
Secretlab Titan Evo Chair
Keeps my posture in check during long edit sessions with adjustable lumbar support and a wide seat that actually stays comfortable.
Video editing & motion graphics
Adobe Premiere Pro
My main NLE for client work. Dynamic Link keeps projects flexible when I need to bounce over to After Effects for motion passes.
DaVinci Resolve Studio
When color matters, Resolve is where I live. I grade in the Color page, use the Cut page for quick assembly, and hand off final renders through the Delivery page.
Adobe After Effects
Title animations, lower thirds, and clean motion graphics happen here. I keep reusable templates ready so I can drop them straight into Premiere.
Adobe Media Encoder
Handles all of my delivery presets—ProRes masters for archiving, H.265 for client previews, and optimized socials for quick uploads.
Audio & capture
Shure SM7B + Focusrite Scarlett 2i2
Broadcast-quality vocals with a clean preamp. Works for voiceovers, livestreams, and remote meetings without adding noise.
Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones
Closed-back monitoring with excellent noise cancelling so I can dial in audio mixes even when I’m editing on the road.
Elgato Cam Link 4K
Connects my Sony mirrorless camera as a clean HDMI source for live sessions, tutorials, and quick talking-head segments.
Blackmagic Speed Editor
Dedicated controls for Resolve’s Cut page—jog wheel, trims, and quick source toggles mean faster rough cuts with both hands engaged.
Utilities & productivity
Notion
Project briefs, edit checklists, and content calendars all live here. Linked databases keep client revisions and assets organized.
Microsoft PowerToys
FancyZones, PowerRename, and the system-wide Color Picker make Windows feel tailored for creative work instead of generic office tasks.
OBS Studio
My go-to for screen captures, live reviews, and creating video tutorials. Profiles keep settings ready for each platform I stream to.
1Password
Securely stores client logins, license keys, and NDAs. Shared vaults make collaboration with contractors painless and safe.