Hey #FaciliFam, ever look sharp on camera one day - and the next, like you’re starring in a low-budget Hitchcock remake?

Lighting does that - but this week, we’re fixing it with simple tweaks to help you show up clear and confident.No film crew. Just a smarter setup.

Let’s light it up. 🔦

💡 Why Lighting Matters

Lighting sets the tone - and no camera can fix a poorly lit setup.

It’s the fastest way to look sharp, polished, and professional - no fancy gear required.

💡 Before upgrading your camera, fix your lighting - it’s the easiest win.

🧠 Mindset First

Lighting is about consistency - not perfection.

Keep it simple:

Start in darkness and build one light at a time.

Light yourself first – not your bookshelf.

Prioritize clean and flattering over flashy and chaotic.

Lock it in – once it works, stick with it and skip the last-minute scrambling.

💡 #FaciliTip: Record short clips or take screenshots. If something glares, glows, or distracts - adjust it before moving on.

🎥 3-Point Lighting – The Classic Setup

This setup is the foundation of everything we're covering.

It’s simple, flexible, and instantly levels up your on-camera presence.

The setup:

1️⃣ Key Light - Lights your face

2️⃣ Fill Light - Softens shadows

3️⃣ Rim Light - Adds depth and separates you from the background

1️⃣ Key Light = King

If you only use one light, make it this one. It does the heavy lifting to define your look.

Use a soft light - like a shaded lamp, softbox, or LED panel with diffusion.

Ideally, place it at a 45° angle from your face.

Slightly above eye level, angled down.

One arm’s length away is a solid starting point.

💡 #FaciliTip: Using just one light? Move it closer to the center to avoid harsh shadows.

2️⃣ Fill Light

Your fill light softens the shadows created by your key light - not eliminate them.

Use a dimmer light than your key for balance.
Opposite your key light (e.g. key left at 45° - fill right at 45°).
Adjust distance and angle to fine-tune softness.

3️⃣ Rim Light

Your rim light adds subtle glow and separates you from your background - for extra depth and polish.

Place it behind you, slightly above and opposite your key light.

Aim it at the back of your head and shoulders.

💡 #FaciliTip: Want extra vibe? Use a colored bulb or RGB light for creative flair.

🛠️ My Lighting Setup

Want to see how I light my own virtual studio?

Here’s a peek at my desk, setup, and the gear I actually use.

Browse My Studio Picks

🎛️ Brightness & Tone

Too bright and you’re glowing. Too dark and you disappear.

Aim for soft, even, and flattering.

Tips to dial it in:

Use dimmable lights for easy control.

Move lights back to reduce intensity.

Bounce light off a wall or diffuse it with a white sheet or baking paper.

Close curtains or blinds - natural light shifts quickly and throws off consistency.

Be the brightest thing in frame - just not a spotlight.

🌡️ Color Temperature

Light has tone - too warm looks yellow, too cool looks ghostly.

For virtual sessions, aim for a clean, neutral look with daylight-balanced lighting.

Tips to get it right:

Use bulbs around 5000K - usually printed on the bulb or packaging.

Don’t mix warm and cool tones - it throws off your camera’s white balance.

👓 Wearing Glasses?

Glare can sneak in when you least expect it.

Quick fixes:

Angle lights wider, raise and tilt lights.

Indirect light works better - aim toward a wall, not your face.

Lower screen brightness, tilt glasses forward, use diffusion.

🛋️ Light the Vibe

Good lighting does its part - now let your space do the same.

Quick set design & framing tips:

Light the background - not just yourself.

Use contrast - cool light in front, warm in the back (or vice versa).

Highlight props like books, plants, or brand elements.

Remove visual clutter - if it distracts, delete it.

Use the rule of thirds - avoid being dead-center.

Great lighting makes you look clear, confident, and camera-ready – no fancy gear needed.

Dial in your setup, light your space with intention… and you’re halfway there.

Work with the lights you already have – position and adjust them accordingly.

Got desk lamps or IKEA lights? Great – use them.

🗓️ The Virtual Experience Masterclass Is Back

Lights? Nailed. On-screen? Looking sharp.

But great presence means nothing if the experience falls flat.

Your sessions should be engaging – not like just another Zoom meeting.

So why do they still feel... flat?

You’ve got solid content. Polished slides. Even a few word clouds and polls.

Yet... halfway in, people are zoning out. 🤷🏽‍♂️

It’s not your content. It’s the experience around it.

Chances are, hidden friction is quietly sabotaging your sessions.

You're juggling tabs while trying to stay present.

You’re managing tech more than engaging your group.

You’re improvising instead of flowing with calm, clear structure.

That’s what the Virtual Experience Masterclass helps you fix.

In just 5 days, you’ll learn how to build a sharp, branded setup using OBS Studio and Stream Deck. You’ll create a session flow that feels natural, maintain energy and connection even through transitions, and facilitate with a calm presence while your tech works for you – not against you.

You’ll also get 2 bonus 1:1 coaching sessions to tailor everything to your unique setup and workflow.