Have you ever considered going out and becoming a freelance photographer? This class is the first in a series about getting started as a professional photographer. Here, author Skip Cohen will help you to develop a business plan, starting with the right skill set to match the photo specialty being targeted.
- I love this business and that should be obvious.…In fact, with the exception of modern medicine,…I don't believe there's another career field…that's given the world as much as photography has.…And think about what a newspaper or a magazine…would look like without photographs.…I mean it would be a collection of stick figures.…So when I say to you guys, "Don't be afraid…"to ask for help", that includes putting me on the list,…and I couldn't be easier to find.…If you need help, don't be afraid to ask for it.…I'm SkipCohen on Twitter, I'm SkipCohen on Facebook,…I write on a regular basis for my blog which is…SkipCohenUniversity.com, and my email address…is skip@mei500.com.…
So if you need help and you're stuck on something,…I may not always have the answer, but odds are…I've got somebody in my network who can help you.…Don't be afraid to ask for help.…I'm Skip Cohen and thanks for joining me.…
Author
Skip Cohen
Released
11/28/2016- Defining your niche
- Understanding your target audience and specialty
- Getting practice
- Understanding the industry and building your network
- The elements of your brand
- Gear: lease vs. buy
- Tracking your costs
Skill Level Beginner
Duration
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Introduction
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Welcome3m 30s
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1. Defining Your Niche
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Gauging your commitment4m 3s
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2. Niches vs. Skill Set
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3. Practice, Practice, Practice
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4. Understanding the Industry
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5. Building Your Team, Reputation, and Brand
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Building your team3m 39s
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Building your brand2m 31s
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Building your reputation5m 33s
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Your website7m 6s
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Your blog8m 48s
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6. Building Your Network
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Cultivating your network6m 32s
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7. Getting Feedback—Outside Your Family!
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8. Your Gear
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Know your gear3m 23s
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9. Keeping Track of Your Costs
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10. Keys to Success
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Know your audience3m 13s
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The search for success5m 41s
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Conclusion
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Conclusion56s
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