Join me on the Brand Photographers Lounge as I explore the diverse roles of brand photographers.

Discover how photographers go beyond just taking photos to become brand strategists, marketing consultants, creative directors, problem solvers, and confidants.

Learn why professional imagery is crucial for business success in areas like social media and websites, even without direct financial attribution.

Hear a powerful testimonial that highlights the significant impact of brand photography on a client's business success and visibility.

Don't miss out on this episode that celebrates the collective influence that you as a photographer has on shaping your client's confidence and success.

Timestamps:

[00:00:03] "Stop saying 'I'm just a photographer'"

[00:01:32] Photographers help clients define brand, storytelling.

[00:03:27] Marketing consultants, brand strategists, creative directors.

[00:05:19] Photographers are more than just photographers.

[00:06:45] Professional imagery crucial for online success.

[00:08:24] Professional photos essential for business success.

[00:10:12] Photographer's impact goes beyond photos.

[00:12:05] Photographer impacts clients' success and beyond.

[00:13:31] Creating impact through photography and teamwork.

[00:15:01] Celebrate wins, share testimonials, cheerlead others.

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Join Amanda as she interviews Helen Holt from Styled Home Studios. Helen and her friend Tamryn created a platform that connects photographers with curated locations for shoots, focusing on on-brand spaces. They delve into the significance of strategic location choices in brand photography and how their platform offers diverse locations, an hourly booking model, and upcoming features like maps and reviews. Helen also shares how the platform democratizes access to high-quality locations for small businesses.

Find them here:

Website: https://styledhomestudios.co.uk/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/styledhomestudios/

Timestamps:

[00:00:12] Photographers lounge podcast with Helen from Styled Home Studios discussing shoot houses and industry insights.

[00:03:11] Design-led, inspirational spaces curated by friends.

[00:06:03] Professional platform for creative location rentals.

[00:09:23] Choose locations intentionally for brand photography.

[00:12:42] Brand photographer offers amazing service, variety.

[00:16:15] Brand photography industry embracing hourly model.

[00:19:26] Small business shoots in affordable locations.

[00:21:39] Improved dashboards, peer reviews, professional directory.

[00:23:55] Connecting creative professionals with beautiful locations.

[00:26:54] Stylish home studios for photo shoots.

Today, we have a special guest, Tom Stanhope, who is not only a talented videographer but also an expert in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). In this episode, we dive deep into the positive impact of AI on various industries and how it can enhance productivity without replacing jobs.

Tom shares his experience using AI tools like ChatGPT and Airtable to streamline content creation. These tools have not only saved him time but also allowed him to tap into AI's creative potential.

As a videographer, Tom has witnessed firsthand the evolution of AI in photography workflows. He emphasizes the importance of striking a balance between AI automation and human creativity.

Follow Tom at AI Survival Skills:

https://www.aisurvivalskills.co.uk/

https://www.instagram.com/aisurvivalskills/

Timestamps

[00:00:12] AI expert Tom Stanhope discusses AI.

[00:02:53] AI revolutionizing content creation industry.

[00:05:36] AI technology is changing industries rapidly.

[00:09:02] Outsourcing help is expensive but necessary. Utilizing AI for content creation.

[00:12:12] AI streamlines content creation process, saves time.

[00:15:19] AI streamlines video editing process, saves time.

[00:18:23] Efficient editing with AI technology.

[00:21:48] AI usage in business and ethics.

[00:25:03] Clients may be surprised by AI use in editing. Embrace the tool, don't fear it.

[00:27:36] AI and machine learning in advertising.