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Ready to boost your brand as an actor? 🌟📸 Discover the power of creative photo shoots to elevate your professional image and stand out in the competitive entertainment industry. From crafting a compelling visual narrative to showcasing your versatility and unique personality, we'll explore how high-quality, imaginative photo shoots can enhance your brand. Learn about the critical elements of a successful photo shoot, including styling, location, and working with the right photographer. Gain insights into how these photos can be effectively used in your portfolio, social media, and promotional materials to capture the attention of casting directors and fans alike. Whether you're a seasoned actor or just starting, this guide will provide tips and inspiration to harness the power of creative photo shoots and take your brand to the next level. Let's shine the spotlight on your talent and creativity! #ActorBranding #CreativePhotoShoots 🌟📸 https://lnkd.in/e44DAHTW

5 Critical Photo + Video Production Items to Budget For 🎥💡 As a photographer or DP, it's not just about capturing that perfect shot – it's about delivering a comprehensive experience for your clients and friends. Here are five often-overlooked aspects that can make all the difference, whether you're working with local mom-and-pop shops or global brands. Let's break it down: 1️⃣ Licensing and Usage: The same image can hold vastly different values depending on how it's used. From small businesses to Super Bowl campaigns, understanding and accounting for usage rights upfront is essential. 2️⃣ Travel and Pre-Production: Your expertise is valuable, even when you're not on-site. Your creative input and prep work are integral to the final product. 3️⃣ Gear and Equipment: The tools of your trade might not be free, but they're essential. As project scopes grow, educating clients about the value of your gear becomes even more critical. 4️⃣ Production, Hair, and Makeup: Whether you're working with corporate or editorial clients, the right team can elevate the project. Bringing in experts in hair and makeup ensures everyone looks their best. 5️⃣ Craft Services: Don't underestimate the power of a well-fed crew. A content crew is a creative one, making everything run smoother for everyone involved. And yes, don't forget the snacks! In the world of photography and cinematography, it's not just about what you capture but how you craft the entire experience. Elevate your game by recognizing the hidden essentials that can transform your work into something extraordinary. #Photography #Cinematography #ProfessionalTips #PhotographyBusiness #videoproduction #freelancephotographer #dp #minnesota #midwest

Planning a successful content shoot involves several key steps to ensure everything runs smoothly and you achieve the desired results. Here's some of my top tips: Create a Shot List or Mood Board: Develop a clear vision of the shots you want to capture. This can be done through a shot list detailing specific poses, compositions, and concepts, or by creating a mood board with visual references to convey the desired style, mood, and aesthetic Create a Timeline: Develop a detailed timeline outlining the sequence of shots, setup changes, breaks, and any other activities during the shoot. Allocate sufficient time for each aspect of the shoot to avoid rushing and ensure a relaxed atmosphere. Prepare Equipment: Ensure that all photography equipment, including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, and accessories, are in working order and fully charged. Pack any additional items needed for the shoot, such as reflectors, diffusers, or props. Or even better hire us for a seamless content shoot experience that delivers stunning visuals tailored to your unique vision... easy! 📸

At this point in our growth as a marketing firm, we feel driven to shift the focus from my individual expertise to our strengths and approach as a team. So, with Hillary Weiss Presswood's creative direction, our recent photo shoot became something bigger. Instead of capturing us at work, we aimed to capture the ✨spirit✨ of that work. This shoot was thematic, it experiments with metaphor, it leaned into our creativity and our backgrounds as dancers. In fact, I insisted we avoid all work-related props. No laptops, no phones... And so, this photo shoot was unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. Rather than holding a team meeting, we were “on set.” All of us stepped into brand new roles. Jessica Pearson shared with me afterwards that it felt strange not setting up the shoot or managing the schedule... Instead, we were there as the subjects, the ones in front of the camera, the ones at the center of the story. We spent a full 8-hour day shuffling from space to space in TODO Studio, setting up shots that speak to the major components of our marketing process. Every photo by Studio 5800 reveals a new aspect of our work: 🍋 our energy as a team 🍋 our arts knowledge & creative backgrounds 🍋 the feeling behind our work 🍋 the frustration and challenges our clients face day-to-day 🍋 the solutions we offer 🍋 the outcomes we achieve... All of the concepts were very clearly connected to our work, not just pretty, staged images (although WOW ARE THEY PRETTY 🤩). I can’t wait for you to see them!! Thank you to EVERYONE who made this possible: Creative Direction: Hillary Weiss Preswood Photography: Studio 5800 Makeup & Hair: Julia Valldi Styling Movement Direction: Xenia Mansour Video: Christopher Duggan for Nel Shelby/Nel Shelby Productions Film editing: Paige Torres Team: me, Paige, Jessica, Xenia & Hannah Lieberman Location: TODO Studio, Yonkers #rebrand #photoshoot #creativedirection #marketing #marketingstrategy

Behind the lens: Navigating photoshoot challenges.   In the world of photoshoots, there are multiple challenges you have to be ready to solve!    First, there's the common "someone didn't show up because they got sick" scenario. It's a common situation in our line of work, and we're always ready to adapt if any team member falls ill.    Then, there are the props. Some of them are so hard to find, that you have to check 20 different stores and still can’t find them.   And let's not forget the delays in prop deliveries. You've got everything planned out, but when that vital prop doesn't arrive on time, it affects the whole shoot!   Next is team coordination. It's like leading an orchestra of 8-9 people during a live performance. Without a conductor to keep everyone in sync, the performance falls flat.    Lastly, the final touch - retouching. A poor retouch job can turn a masterpiece into a mess.    Don’t want to handle problems like these? Join our dailypost.media Photo Production Club, split costs with other Members, and get diverse professional content without any hussle!

When we shot film we used to have the time to get it right in the camera. Then we went digital and still tried to get it right on set, but generally we got it right in camera and what would be retouched would be minimal. Then something happened in the last 5 or so years and now it’s not uncommon for shoots to be so poorly planned & produced, we don’t always get prep days, have so many shots and different deliverables plus the inevitable video/stop motion elements, that I spend almost as much time retouching as I do on set. What has caused this? I honestly can’t say. I have several theories, but that is all they are. What I think is happening is a combination of factors and I would appreciate your perspective. I‘ve noticed about 50% of my approaches that ask me for an estimate end up being rejected on the basis of ‘we don’t have the budget’. OK, so why ask for an estimate if you have already established budget? Just share your budget and I’ll either laugh at it, or get creative in our approach to make it work. How they get to this budget, I have no idea. My guess is, but I may be wrong, that these budgets are based on lowest bid, which in turn might come from someone without the level of experience that a studio like mine offers. A studio that only shoots one subject and shoots it really well. Again, my assumption might be wrong, but based on this i get the distinct feeling that a lot of these kinds of clients are not concerned about the craft & experience that we invest into all our shoots, they are only concerned about staying within an already meager budget. At this point I feel our hands are tied. How can we ever do a good job if the studio that has been rented doesn’t have a kitchen, if the stylists & photographers aren’t given adequate time to prep, if we can’t get enough of the product provided or we have to shoot so many shots we don’t get nearly enough time to shoot each one really well. Is it really a cost saving to apply the lowest estimate and establish a budget based on that only to have so much retouching, OT & additional post production costs that my initial estimate would have ended up saving money on what is eventually spent. Thankfully I have several long-standing clients who appreciate our approach and experience and they honestly are a joy to work with, but as I compliment these clients and their understanding of what it takes when experts are hired, I’m appalled at the amount of potential clients who simply refuse to listen to our perspective. If you want a job done well, hire experts. You don’t have to come to me, but at least be selective about who you hire. I know you will be a lot happier for it. So will your client. I often think of that old adage about getting cheap or getting good, but not being able to get the two at the same time. I know this sounds like a rant and that isn’t my intention. I just want everyone to get better. To raise the bar & not lower it. #experts #itswhatwedo

📸 Shoot Day: Golden Tips 📸 Hey LinkedIn network! I’d like to share something I’ve learned during shoot days – the small details make a big difference. It's crucial to review every detail with all parties involved – from photographers and models to the script and production team. Pro Tip:Ensure everyone knows their role and what’s expected of them. These thorough reviews guarantee that everything runs smoothly and the results are high-quality. But it doesn’t end here! After the shoot, follow through with editing and coordination to make sure everything aligns with the plan. Focusing on these small details is what makes content exceptional. Stay focused on quality and keep creating! #ShootDay #ContentQuality #DetailsMatter #ProfessionalTips #Creativity

I see so many questions from photographers asking whether it's better to use a flash or an ambient shot, or what power setting they should use when doing an interior shoot. The solution I typically recommend is to do a test shoot where the photographer runs through a full range of flash settings and exposure settings, keeping records of what they are doing with each shot. Here's an article that offers a little more on this idea: "We are always looking to improve our skills. A well thought out and executed test shoot with clear outcomes and objectives is a great way to do this. Rather than rambling around with a camera hoping to get a good photo, set out a clear learning objectives that requires you to push your technical or creative boundaries."

Do you do a white balance check before filming? White balance is crucial in video (and photography) because it ensures that colours appear accurate and true to life in your footage. Here's why it's important: 🌈 Colour Accuracy: Different light sources emit light with varying colour temperatures. For instance, indoor lighting tends to be warmer (more yellow or orange), while daylight is cooler (more blue). If you don't adjust the white balance, your footage might appear too warm or too cool, distorting the colours of your subject. 💪 Consistency: Consistent white balance across all your shots maintains visual coherence throughout your video. Inconsistent white balance can be jarring for viewers and disrupt the flow of your narrative. Emotional Impact: White balance affects the mood and tone of your video. A warm white balance might evoke a cosy, intimate atmosphere, while a cooler white balance might convey a sense of detachment or coolness. 🎥 Post-Production Efficiency: Correcting white balance issues in post-production can be time-consuming and may not always yield perfect results. It's best to get the white balance right during shooting to minimise the need for extensive colour correction later. 👩🏫 Professionalism: Attention to detail, including proper white balance, is a hallmark of professionalism in videography. Clients and audiences often perceive well-balanced colours as a sign of quality and competence. #videoproduction #whitebalance #videoproductionmelbourne #videoserivces #behindthescenes

I see so many questions from photographers asking whether it's better to use a flash or an ambient shot, or what power setting they should use when doing an interior shoot. The solution I typically recommend is to do a test shoot where the photographer runs through a full range of flash settings and exposure settings, keeping records of what they are doing with each shot. Here's an article that offers a little more on this idea: "We are always looking to improve our skills. A well thought out and executed test shoot with clear outcomes and objectives is a great way to do this. Rather than rambling around with a camera hoping to get a good photo, set out a clear learning objectives that requires you to push your technical or creative boundaries."