Wednesday, December 16, 2009

How can I get a job as a freelance photographer

How can I get a job as a freelance photographer?

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1 :
You don't get a job as a freelancer. You take pictures, then you go sell them to magazines, calendar companies, etc. When you get good enough, they might put you on a contract to provide x amount of photos in a certain time period. that's it.
2 :
First off, take pictures that people want. there are books on photography guidlines at your local bookstore. Commercial: Get a portfolio together. Choose 2 of your best pictures that reflect your style and intrest and have them made into postcards or mailers. Send 1 to every magazine and publisher you feel uses those kind of shots. They will contact you if they like your style and quality Stock: Easy. Get a bunch of good pictures and submit them to stock photo web sites. Wedding: See if you can get on board with a wedding photographer in your area so you can get a wedding photo portfolio. then get a web sites and get out on your own. After you get some work published, by a copy of the magazine and tear out the page your picture is used on and make copies to send to more customers. The rest you learn on the way.
3 :
That's self employment, it's not a job. You have to create it. First make a list of every possible client - magazines, newspapers, calendar publishers, whatever. Then contact them and ask how to submit photos for publication and payment. You might want to see a lawyer to help you get a sample contract letter made up so you don't get beat our of your fees. Keep trying and don't get discouraged. If one won't buy it, maybe another one will.
4 :
Go to www.craigslist.com and post in your area for free - people are waiting for your services, right now. Good luck with that

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