- Photographer 118
- Stylist 63
- Set Builder 38
- Film 33
- Video 33
- Art Director 20
- Agent Rep 19
- Producer 19
- Other 13
- Director 11
- Creative Agency 9
- Filmmaker 8
- Creative Director 7
- Art Producer 6
- Photo Director 6
- Hair and Makeup 4
- Creative Manager 3
- Modeling Agent 3
- Casting Director 1
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S15 E151 - Suzanne Clements
Today's guest is Suzanne Clements! Suzanne is a food, lifestyle, and still-life photographer based in Florida. Her background in graphic design and fine art gives her an extremely unique perspective on the photography industry.
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S15 E148 - Clubhouse: Is Artificial Intelligence Friend or Foe?
In today's Clubhouse discussion, we're talking about Artificial Intelligence! What are the pros and cons? How can we use it to our benefit? With AI becoming more popular, will the roles of photographers, set designers, and others become obsolete?
Make sure to check out the work of our amazing guests:
Mike Gluckman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mikegluckman/
Jamie Kingham AI Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jamie.kingham.ai/
Meagan Shuptar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meaganshuptar/
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S15 E145 - Clubhouse - How Motherhood Affects Your Career
Today's episode is a discussion from one of our recent Clubhouse sessions! Hear from several photography-industry professionals on what it's like to balance motherhood and business. Whether you're an up-and-coming mom or one with years of experience, there are tons of amazing resources in this episode!
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S15 E142 - Emily Hawkes
Today we're talking to Emily Hawkes!
Emily Hawkes is a commercial food, beverage, & product photographer & director based in New York City. She's worked with numerous clients including Shake Shack, 7-Eleven, UberEats, and more!
See all of Emily's work by visiting her website, and make sure to follow her on Instagram to keep up with her journey!
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S15 E140 - Clubhouse Replay - Personal Projects
Today we're revisiting our Clubhouse - Personal Projects!
Today we're talking all about personal projects! Led by Shelly Waldman and Stephanie Shih, this discussion covers topics like what to know before you start planning, how to use a personal project for your benefit, and some of the problems you might run into along the way.
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S14 E138 - Clubhouse Replay - Pivoting in the Photo Industry
Today we're revisiting our Clubhouse - Pivoting in the Photo Industry!
Shelly Walman leads us through a discussion surrounding pivoting from photography to new careers such as styling, producing, and more! You'll hear stories from Jenn Davis, a photographer who pivoted into producing, and Alyson Brown, a graphic designer who pivoted into cocktail photography and styling!
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S14 E136 - Clubhouse Replay - Building a Better Website!
Today we're revisiting our Clubhouse - Building a Better Website!
Photography consultant Julie Skarwecki leads us through a discussion about websites! What are the do's and don't's of a good photography website? How's your use of SEO going? And how do we optimize a website for desktop versus mobile viewing?
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S14 E135 - Clubhouse Replay - Treatments
Today we're revisiting our Clubhouse - Treatments with Traci Terrick and Mary Dail.
Traci Terrick, founder of Poppy Creative Agency, and Mary Dail, Founder of Big Leo Productions, lead us through a discussion about treatments! What are they, when do you need one, and what mistakes can you avoid when creating them?
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S14 E134 - Ella Sophie (Take Two)
Today we're talking to Ella Sophie!
She's an amazing photographer that's based in the San Francisco Bay Area. We last spoke to Ella in 2020 and we're excited to hear how things have changed for her!
You can follow and message Ella Sophie on her linkedin page!
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S14 E133 - Clubhouse Replay - Prepping for Taxes w/Amy V. Cooper
Today we're revisiting our Clubhouse - Prepping for taxes with Tidybooks!
Amy V. Cooper leads us through a discussion with TidyBooks Boutique's Tanya Hirschy. We're learning all about bookkeeping for photographers and preparing everything you need for tax season.
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S14 E132 - Clubhouse Replay - Defining Success & Battling Imposter Syndrome
Today we're revisiting our Clubhouse - Imposter Syndrome with Meagan Shuptar
Photographer, Meagan Shuptar, leads us through a discussion surrounding imposter syndrome. How do we define success in our own careers rather than comparing ourselves with others? What resources exist to avoid imposter syndrome? And what advice do members of the Focus on Women community have for someone struggling with finding their unique identity in their photography?
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S13 E128 - Connie Conway (Take Two)
Today we're talking to Connie Conway!
She was a guest of ours in July 2020. She is a force to be reckoned with - starting her career as a photographer and working with A and M records and then deciding that wasn't the path, she started her production company. Fortunate to have been paired up with the awesome photographer, Hunter Freeman for the last 20 years, she has created quite a fantastic little gig for herself.
You can follow and message Connie on her linkedin page!
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S13 E127 - Sheri Angeles
Today we're talking to Sheri Angeles!
Sheri, besides being Shelly's long-time friend, is a photographer based in Nashville and LA. Specializing in creative direction, Sheri excels in making concepts of hers come to life whether it be for a magazine spread or cover, editorial, albums, events, and more.
You can follow and message Sheri on her linkedin page!
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S13 E123- Mica McCook
Today we're talking to Mica McCook!
She is a food photographer based in Austin, Texas. who believes that food photography requires an inquisitive palate and a profound love of color. Her style is vibrant, fresh, colorful, and dramatic. In 2015 when she visited Philadelphia for the first time and made a stop at Reading Terminal Market, she knew that she wanted to create the reading terminal experience for her clients, showcasing their food in compelling ways.
You can follow and message Mica on her LinkedIn page!
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S13 E122- Amanda Cain
Today we're talking to Amanda Cain!
She is a professional photographer raised in Detroit who now calls the Bay Area home. She is the first Black female team photographer for the San Jose Sharks. She is passionate about women's sports and enabling young creatives to find their passion.
You can follow and message Amanda on her LinkedIn page!
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S12 E118 - Zara Katz (PART 2)
Today we're talking to Zara Katz!
Zara is a filmmaker and photo producer specializing in crafting character-driven visual stories. She is currently the photography director at NBC News and has contributed work to the New York Times Lens blog, Time magazine, Medium, The Guardian, US Pop Up magazine, and many more.
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S12 E117 - Zara Katz (PART 1)
Today we're talking to Zara Katz!
Zara is a filmmaker and photo producer specializing in crafting character-driven visual stories. She is currently the photography director at NBC News and has contributed work to the New York Times Lens blog, Time magazine, Medium, The Guardian, US Pop Up magazine, and many more.
You can follow and message Zara on her LinkedIn page!
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S12 E112 - Jena Carlin
Today's guest is Jena Carlin. She is a Midwest-based commercial, food, and lifestyle photographer. On top of that, she's a videographer, stylist, and art director.
To learn more about Jena and keep up with her, check out her Instagram or her website!
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S11 E109 - Wendy Wei
Today's guest is Wendy Wei! Wendy is a photographer and videographer specializing in storytelling in the music industry. She also holds a wealth of marketing experience working with non-profit, corporate and international organizations.
Make sure you check out Wendy's work on her Instagram or her website!
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S11 E107 - Joanie Simon
Today's guest is Joanie Simon! Joanie is a food photographer, educator, and author with years of experience in the industry. Learn even more about Joanie by visiting her website or checking out her YouTube channel!
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