You know you need to start using video content to drive SEO, engagement and brand connection. But you decided you don’t have the money to hire a pro. Ok. No harm, no foul. I’m a pro who is going to help you figure out how to shoot video content with your phone. Yes, it takes some effort and neat new tools for your phone. But it’s going to skyrocket you from the handheld phone footage you might’ve been taking so far.

This is the first in a series of video tips from Oh Shoot Productions that will guide you through the best ways to get the best video content you can using your own equipment without a professional videographer. This tip is all about how to hold the camera steady by using a lightweight, sturdy and flexible tripod. The one we like is from JOBY. But you also need a way to attach the phone to the tripod, and that’s where the Reticam holder comes in. It’s a one-two combination that will take the bumps and shakes right out of your footage. And put you on the path to more professional looking videos. To see this in action, check out the video above.

Remember, if you get in over your head shooting your video or you want us to knock it all out for you, just send us an email. We’ll jump in to help you. Happy “Oh Shooting!”

Here’s the link to the JOBY Tripod and to the Reticam holder we’re recommending. Let us know how it goes!