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How do you network and market yourself as a digital photographer in a competitive industry?

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As a digital photographer, you know how challenging it can be to stand out in a crowded market. You need to showcase your skills, creativity, and personality to attract clients and collaborators. But how do you network and market yourself effectively without spending too much time or money? Here are some tips to help you build your reputation and reach as a digital photographer in a competitive industry.

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1 Create a portfolio website

Your portfolio website is your online business card and gallery. It should reflect your style, niche, and brand as a photographer. You want to impress potential clients and partners with your best work, so choose your images carefully and update them regularly. Make sure your website is easy to navigate, responsive, and fast-loading. Include your contact details, testimonials, and social media links. You can use platforms like Squarespace, Wix, or WordPress to create your own website or hire a professional web designer.

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Diallo McLinn

Graphic Designer/ Videographer
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Your Portfolio Website should be like a story in a book. I would say that the website replaced the book. Therefore, when designing your site, you want to take people on a journey of your best work. I tell clients..."Whatever we design this year will need to get updated next year, not changed, updated."

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2 Use social media strategically

Social media is a powerful tool to showcase your work, connect with your audience, and network with other photographers. You can use platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest to share your images, stories, and tips. You can also join groups, forums, and communities related to your niche or interest. Engage with your followers, comment on other posts, and collaborate with influencers or brands. Be consistent, authentic, and creative with your content and hashtags. Don't forget to link your website and portfolio to your social media profiles.

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Diallo McLinn

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You don't need to be on all of them. Follow the ones that you have the biggest audience on. Repeat the posts all week, or month.

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3 Attend events and workshops

One of the best ways to network and market yourself as a digital photographer is to attend events and workshops related to your field. You can meet new people, learn new skills, and showcase your work. You can also exchange business cards, referrals, and feedback. Look for events and workshops in your area or online that suit your goals and interests. You can use platforms like Meetup, Eventbrite, or Facebook to find and join them. Be prepared, professional, and friendly when you attend.

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Dean Birinyi

Headshots for High-Performing Professionals | Elevating Careers, Defining Leadership, and Projecting Confidence
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There is great value in building relationships within your photographic community. However, I feel it is best to attend networking events related to your ideal customer’s fields rather than your own.

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4 Start a blog or podcast

Another way to network and market yourself as a digital photographer is to start a blog or podcast. You can share your insights, experiences, and advice on topics related to photography. You can also interview guests, feature stories, or review products. A blog or podcast can help you establish your authority, credibility, and personality as a photographer. It can also drive traffic to your website and portfolio, generate leads, and create opportunities. You can use platforms like Medium, WordPress, or Anchor to start your own blog or podcast.

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5 Build relationships and referrals

Networking and marketing yourself as a digital photographer is not only about finding new clients and partners, but also about maintaining and nurturing existing ones. You want to build long-term relationships and referrals that can help you grow your business and reputation. You can do this by delivering quality work, exceeding expectations, and providing excellent customer service. You can also follow up, ask for feedback, and offer incentives or discounts. Don't be afraid to ask for referrals, testimonials, or reviews from your satisfied clients or partners.

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Get out there and meet the people you would like to work with. Find events etc where those types of clients go and start chatting to them. Ask if they can connect you to the decision makers in the business. Be remembered (for the right reasons). Most work comes via word of mouth, so the more people that know you and what you do the better.

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David Kindler

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Building relationships with others in the spaces you want to work is the most important thing you can do. You have to be a skilled photographer, but there are a lot of competent shooters. The photographers with the best reputation and the most relationships are the ones who get called for work the most often.

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Diallo McLinn

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Relating to people is the job. It takes many people to pull off a truly great production. One person can pull a team down. Referrals are key. Often people now, want to know if you have a team. In a world with the internet, it's about one's network.

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6 Keep learning and improving

The last tip to network and market yourself as a digital photographer is to keep learning and improving your skills, knowledge, and creativity. You want to stay updated with the latest trends, techniques, and tools in photography. You also want to experiment with new styles, genres, and projects. You can take online courses, read books, watch videos, or join challenges to learn new things and challenge yourself. You can also seek feedback, mentorship, or coaching from other photographers or experts. By learning and improving, you can enhance your portfolio, confidence, and value as a digital photographer.

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Wendy Drews

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One thing I found helpful was getting a website through Art Store Fronts. They partner up with Bay Photo Lab in Santa Cruz. I always worked with Bay Photo for most art galleries and art shows. They are the best printers in the USA. What’s great about this is that I created my own domain name which is exclusively my own. Sky Sea Wolf Studios was launched March 29, 2023. I also have and IG an FB page with the same name.

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Jerrold Hewson

Studio Manager - Marta Hewson Photography
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We found niching to work great as well, we work in editorial fashion, then brought it to the general public and use that approach for portrait shoots. If you come to our studio you know you are getting champagne, hair and make-up and wardrobe styling as well as guided posing so you look like the models in the magazines.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

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1 Create a portfolio website

2 Use social media strategically

3 Attend events and workshops

4 Start a blog or podcast

5 Build relationships and referrals

6 Keep learning and improving

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