Images are the single most important marketing tool of a model's career. Having the right images in your portfolio can make or break you. Adding to the mix the time and/or money involved it's even more critical that you make the most of each shoot opportunity. Below are five ways I've found to make your shoots more productive.
1. Define Your Goals - What style of images do you need? Will you be submitting the images to an agency or publication? Are they for your portfolio and/or comp cards? Will you be seeking a photographer offering TFP (Time for Print and now commonly referred to a TFCD or Time for CD/Disc) opportunities or will you cough up the cash for a more seasoned professional? Whatever the case may be you should identify your goals BEFORE your shoot as this will affect everything from selecting the right photographer to the choosing the best wardrobe for your shoot.
2. Selecting Your Professional(s) - In my opinion the best thing to do is seek out referrals. Ask fellow models who they recommend based on your goals. Discuss the professionalism of the person or people they refer. Be sure you aren't working with someone known for conducting themselves unethically. You can contact us at info@whosinyours.net for a comprehensive listing of trusted industry professionals and service providers.
3. Your Wardrobe - Sit down with your team (in the very least discuss it with the photographer and/or makeup artist) and decide what look(s) you will use during the shoot. Depending on the style you want to make sure that your wardrobe is creative, in harmony with the latest trends and appropriate for your audience be it an agency, design house or fashion editor. Be sure that the clothing isn’t too complicated to get in and out of as well since this will cause unwanted delays. You also want to consider the theme for the shoot; it will aid in narrowing your selection to just the right clothing and accessories.
4. The Day of the Shoot - Be sure that you show up on time (Translate on time as a minimum of 30 minutes before or more based on any pre-shoot details like hair and makeup) with everything you discussed for the shoot. Remember to be patient with everyone and remember they are experienced professionals so trust their direction and judgment. Additionally, don't forget to sign the photographer's model release if required BEFORE you begin shooting. It will alleviate SO much drama in the long run - trust me! Finally, and probably most important, be pleasant; no one wants to work with someone who thinks they are a "diva!" Remain humble; a positive attitude WILL get you far in this industry.
5. After the Shoot - Once you have completed your shoot thank everyone for their assistance and support. Get business cards if you haven't done so already. Set a time with the photographer to pick up your disc or prints. Don't forget to get critiques from everyone so that you improve for your next shoot. Finally, be sure to refer these people to others in the future; they will surely do the same for you!
These are just some of the things you can do to ensure a successful shoot. For more information on how to prepare for a shoot or to get a listing of professionals to work with please feel free to email me at info@whosinyours.net.
1. Define Your Goals - What style of images do you need? Will you be submitting the images to an agency or publication? Are they for your portfolio and/or comp cards? Will you be seeking a photographer offering TFP (Time for Print and now commonly referred to a TFCD or Time for CD/Disc) opportunities or will you cough up the cash for a more seasoned professional? Whatever the case may be you should identify your goals BEFORE your shoot as this will affect everything from selecting the right photographer to the choosing the best wardrobe for your shoot.
2. Selecting Your Professional(s) - In my opinion the best thing to do is seek out referrals. Ask fellow models who they recommend based on your goals. Discuss the professionalism of the person or people they refer. Be sure you aren't working with someone known for conducting themselves unethically. You can contact us at info@whosinyours.net for a comprehensive listing of trusted industry professionals and service providers.
3. Your Wardrobe - Sit down with your team (in the very least discuss it with the photographer and/or makeup artist) and decide what look(s) you will use during the shoot. Depending on the style you want to make sure that your wardrobe is creative, in harmony with the latest trends and appropriate for your audience be it an agency, design house or fashion editor. Be sure that the clothing isn’t too complicated to get in and out of as well since this will cause unwanted delays. You also want to consider the theme for the shoot; it will aid in narrowing your selection to just the right clothing and accessories.
4. The Day of the Shoot - Be sure that you show up on time (Translate on time as a minimum of 30 minutes before or more based on any pre-shoot details like hair and makeup) with everything you discussed for the shoot. Remember to be patient with everyone and remember they are experienced professionals so trust their direction and judgment. Additionally, don't forget to sign the photographer's model release if required BEFORE you begin shooting. It will alleviate SO much drama in the long run - trust me! Finally, and probably most important, be pleasant; no one wants to work with someone who thinks they are a "diva!" Remain humble; a positive attitude WILL get you far in this industry.
5. After the Shoot - Once you have completed your shoot thank everyone for their assistance and support. Get business cards if you haven't done so already. Set a time with the photographer to pick up your disc or prints. Don't forget to get critiques from everyone so that you improve for your next shoot. Finally, be sure to refer these people to others in the future; they will surely do the same for you!
These are just some of the things you can do to ensure a successful shoot. For more information on how to prepare for a shoot or to get a listing of professionals to work with please feel free to email me at info@whosinyours.net.
IMAGE CREDITS
Model: Cindy Loving
Photographer: BLOPHOTO
Makeup: Kelli Kolors
Stylist: J. Lyntrell
Posts
0 comments:
Post a Comment