Adam Barker – How to be a Pro Outdoor Photographer

Adam Barker – How to be a Pro Outdoor Photographer

Check it out: Adam Barker – How to be a Pro Outdoor Photographer

Turn your passion into a profession with this 5-part online course led by pro photographer Adam Barker and BACKPACKER. Learn how to make a living as an outdoor photographer, a dream gig for adventurous people like you who want to see their work published in magazines, in ads, online, and more. You’ll get tips, including what steps to take first, how to market yourself, how to land clients, and more.

We’ll cover everything you need to know about starting your own outdoor and adventure photography business. You’ll learn how to create your brand, market yourself, jump through legal hoops, gain a range of clients, grow revenue, and be smart about finances. We’ll cover the essentials, so you can get your business off the ground. Because it’s about more than just taking stunning images.

How This Course Works

We know you have a busy schedule, so we’ve designed this course to be taken at your own pace. You’ll learn through a variety of interactive formats, including video instruction, photo descriptions, and more. Each session builds on the last, and, while we’ve designed the course in 5 parts, you can take it as quickly or slowly as you want. Plus, once you purchase the course, the lessons are yours forever.

Syllabus:

1) Creating Your Brand

• Define Yourself
• Write a Business Plan
• Design a Logo
• Create a Website
• Office Location
• Time Management

2) Marketing Yourself

• Setting a Budget
• Types of Marketing
• Business Cards
• Networking
• Photo Reps
• Social Media

3) Types of Work And Potential Clients

• Commissioned vs Non-commissioned
• Editorial Commercial Advertising
• Spec and Stock Photography
• Selling Prints

4) Set Up Your Business For Success

• Negotiating
• Buying Insurance
• Securing Permits
• Getting a Business License
• Doing Taxes
• Licensing and Copyrights
• Making It Work
• The Right Gear

5) What’s Next

• Diversify Your Biz
• Finding Sponsors
• Brand Ambassadors
• Hiring People