Event Photography Guide

Make money from your love of photography and kickstart your career as a successful event photographer. This is your golden ticket to all the top events and shows.

This course gives you the opportunity to try out event photography and see if it’s right for you.

We cover how to obtain your first client, how to prepare for an event, what to expect the day of, and the post-event tasks you’ll undertake. Upon completion of this course, you’ll have all the tools you need to become a successful event photographer, so get snapping!

This course contains all of the event photography tips, tricks, techniques, and strategies you need to know to transition into a successful freelance career. Students will:

• Learn the ins and outs of event photography and how to stand out from the crowd
• Get to know equipment basics in plain English – no complicated tech-talk here
• Have the tools necessary to go out and shoot their first event.

Why study with us?

• International Accredited Course
• 60-day access
• Self Paced, No Fixed Schedules
• Compatible with Smartphones, tablets, laptops, etc.

Event Photography Course Content:

Module 1: Prepping For The Event - Pt. 1

• Marketing Your Services or How to stand out in a crowd
• Initial Client Meetings & Product Presentations- Secure your first client
• Determining Your Client’s Needs – Know what they really want
• Negotiating a Contract – Negotiate like a pro and create contracts that work

Module 2: Prepping For The Event - Pt. 2

• Making Sure You Have the Right Gear – Advice on buying the right equipment
• Cleaning, Troubleshooting & Organizing Gear–Take care of your gear
• Knowing Your Audience – What to expect from your audience before you even arrive
• Scouting Your Location – Check out the locale& eliminate time wasters on the day-of
• Preparing for Anything – Murphey’s law prevails, so be prepared for anything!

Module 3: The Event Pt. 1

• Professional Conduct – Don’t even think about being late
• What to Expect – Shot lists, know what to do and when to do it
• Dealing with the Unexpected – Staying calm under stress
• Gear, Light and Lenses – The right settings before the perfect shot

Module 4: The Event Pt. 2

• Tricks for Ensuring Flawless Interactions with Guests– Be friendly, blend in, and smile
• Getting The Best Out of Every Shot – Shots so good you’ll thank me
• Telling the Event’s Story – A beginning, middle & end
• Tips for Excelling at your Job – Event photography tips and tricks of the trade

Module 5: After The Event

• Uploading Your Photos – Is that hourglass turning with excitement?
• Editing Your Images – Tweak those photos
• Delivery Methods – Websites, digital portfolios, and cloud transfers oh my!
• Offering related products – Photo albums and keepsake prints aren’t dead… yet
• Adding to Your Portfolio – Don’t keep your work a secret, share!

Who is this course for?

Have you always loved photography? Are you always the one behind the lens at events, snapping photos of your loved ones? No matter your level of experience or skill, we can take that love of photography and teach you how to turn that into a satisfying and exciting career!

All courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (ICOES). After passing any exams and completing a course successfully, students can opt to purchase an ICOES certificate from the third-party institution.

EventTrix is also CPD certified, meaning the courses meet or exceed Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks.

EventTrix courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.

After this course, you could:

• Start your event photography business
• Explore a career in photography to see if it's the right fit for you
• Take your photography business to the next level
• Improve your photography skills

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