How To Land A Photo Rep

A Workshop for Commercial Photographers

What you'll learn
Understand if you are ready for photography representation.
Define the steps you need to take to prepare for a rep.
Clearly define why you specifically want a photo rep.
How to find, approach, and negotiate with the right rep for you.
Requirements
No experience required. A basic understanding of commercial photography is recommended.
Description
Learn all about what photography representation agents look for when adding new photographers to their rosters. Discover if you are ready for representation, how to find the right agency for you, and if representation is right for you. I will share my extensive knowledge about how agencies look for artists, what agencies do for their artists, how much commission they take, what their contracts include, as well as red flags to look out for.You will gain advice on improving your portfolio, website, social media and communication to attract and land a photo rep. When you finish this course, you will be armed with information, language and confidence to take the next steps towards landing a rep or expanding your business on your own. This course includes two video lessons; an hour video lecture workshop and an additional question and answer video. There are also downloadable resources including 101 Questions to Ask a Rep and a collection of scripts that you can use when contacting reps. You can also ask me any additional questions you might still have through the learning platform! This course is best for commercial photographers who have some experience working on advertising assignments with production teams, but this is not a requirement. While this course focuses on commercial photography representation, much of this course will be valuable for other types of commercial artists seeking representation as well (illustrators, directors, stylists, hair and makeup artists, etc.)Let's get you ready for a rep!

Overview

Section 1: Welcome

Lecture 1 Welcome & Learning Objectives

Lecture 2 Introducing your Instructor, Amy V. Cooper

Section 2: How To Land A Rep Workshop + Q&A

Lecture 3 How To Land A Photo Rep: The Workshop

Lecture 4 101 Questions to Ask Your Future Rep

Lecture 5 How to Approach a Photo Rep

Lecture 6 How To Land A Rep Q&A

Lecture 7 Additional Resources for Finding a Photo Rep

This course is for commercial and editorial photographers of any experience level. This course is NOT indended for retail, wedding, or fine art photographers. This course may also be beneficial for other types of commercial artists such as illustrators, hair and makeup artists, and stylists.