Erica & Connor talk about their recent experiences producing styled shoots and major campaigns, and share their tips for successful shoots.

Erica’s most recent production

Hanga

55 unique photos and videos

Production manager and photographer

Connor’s most recent styled shoot

Styled Shoot for Course Composite

Starting work on a series of personal projects to push myself to incorporate more and more into my productions. Will likely blog about it.

Why is Pre-production important? Is it really worth doing?

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Pre-production tips

Concept brainstorming session

Concept

Script

Characters

Needs

Locations, sets, talent, props, wardrobe, stylists, HMUA, etc.

Organization

Workflows to help you keep track of things

Timelines

Communication with others involved

Day of shoot agenda & responsibilities

Production tips

Keep people happy

Food, drinks, music, etc.

Consider bringing someone to keep track of everyone and everything

Set lights and test everything before shoot begins