http://www.lightstalkers.org/posts/the-photographer-s-survival-guide An entire Lightstalkers thread via RSS/XML. en-us Presented by *Suzanne Sease* and *Amanda Sosa Stone* Sponsored by Agency Access, BlinkBid, LiveBooks and Lost Luggage Today's photography assignment world is changing dramatically. With so much world devastation, the dot-com market going bust, stock vs. assignment, etc... how is a photographer to keep up? Join Suzanne and Amanda as they present solutions to this vexing problem. Each participant will receive a "Survivor's Guide". The guide covers subjects ranging from photography business practices to those uncomfortable "what do I do" moments in our industry. It's a 60 page booklet with real estimates, production sheets and things to help you get the repeat business because of your level of professionalism. Including: - Information on to whom you need to market - How to present your marketing material - Copies of estimates expected by clients - Copies of invoices that are expected when you finish the project - Crew expectation - And most importantly - Making the client feel like, well, the client The Survivor's Guide is also a resource guide with helpful information, including: - Correct usage terms - Portfolio makers - Website builders - Printers - Fulfillment houses - Deadlines for the important award shows The bottom line - *This IS the photographer's guide on how to survive in this industry.* WHAT: *The Photographer's Survival Guide* WHEN: *Thursday October 18th, 2007, 2:00PM - 5:00PM* WHERE: *Calumet Photographic, 22 West 22nd Street, 2nd floor* In addition, all attendees will have a shot at winning over *$2,300 in door prizes!* Sign up today for a chance to walk away with a Full Access Membership to Agency Access (North American Edition- $925 value), a $925 credit towards a liveBooks website, a Brand Envy Consultation from Lost Luggage ($300 value) or a copy of BlinkBid estimating software (value $159)! to register go to http://www.apany.com Tue, 25 Sep 2007 16:26:19 +0000 http://www.lightstalkers.org/posts/the-photographer-s-survival-guide