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I wasn’t really convinced by the power of DSLR filming before (it was either too expensive or lacked manual control and things like audio input), but the 550D is a game-changer indeed. The video/stereomic + lapel combo you have is very versatile too.
Only thing I’d add would perhaps be a reflector, a shine-through umbrella and a few off-the-shelf CFLs for cheap DIY 3-point lighting. If you have the time to prepare for a video interview, and can bear to carry all that gear, $100 worth of lighting can really make the difference.
How are you liking FCP? I’ve been playing with Final Cut Express a bit, and wasn’t really impressed. My workflow now is just plain ol’ iMovie, perhaps with a last pass through FCE for some minor tweakage.