Paul Raymond

I've been using a 1.5'' un-padded belt (like this one http://www.sourceshop.com/product.asp?pid=94) and it's quite comfortable to work with. I've used padded belts before and find them a little too bulky for me and a bit over kill for camera pouches which tend to be a bit more light weight then say a grip pouch.

A work belt with a pouch on it are key, grab some 4 way pens, a black whiteboard marker (slate pen) and something to erase with (I use a piece of soft side velcro on the cap), a small pair of scissors and a notebook. That should be enough to get you started, once you start working more you'll find other stuff to buy. Have a look through your 1st AC's and 2nd AC's Ditty bag during some down time and find out what they have and take notes. Thankfully you're not expected to have everything when you start out so you have time to build your kit. Here's a useful post from the Black and Blue about other things to stock your kit with http://www.theblackandblue.com/2011/12/15/camera-assistant-toolkit/ Also don't spend money on stuff you won't need right away like a Disto.