How to Choose the Right Event Photographer for Your Corporate Event.
You are planning a corporate or donor event, you have secured your venue, you have exciting speakers planned to wow your audience and now you are working on the decor. Have you thought about who you will hire to document this important event? Hopefully you have a trusted professional photographer that you work with on a regular basis and is easy to work with. If not, here are some suggestions on how to find the right person for your event.
Research local professional photographers websites and check their social media to ensure that they have corporate work throughout their portfolio. Look for photographers who have experience shooting events in the style and tone that you are looking to capture. Corporate or donor events require attention to detail, so be sure to research the photographer’s portfolio thoroughly before making a decision. The images should evoke the sensation of being there.
Schedule phone calls with some photographers whose work you find compelling. When speaking to them, provide details about your event and discuss what is important for you and your business. As the photographer listens to your vision, make sure they ask questions or contribute actively in the conversation; this will serve as an indication that their photography style might be a great fit for achieving what you have in mind! Consider any special requirements for the event. Corporate and donor events often take place at unique venues, such as a museum or expansive locations, and may require additional equipment to capture the venue in its best light. Be sure to ask your photographer if they have experience working at your venue.
Corporate and donor events should be documented with professionalism, creativity and attention to detail. Be sure to let your photographer know of any key players that will be present at your event and if you have specific photo requests. Consider having your photographer start thirty minutes to an hour prior to your guests arrival. This will allow for time to set up additional equipment, document all of the important details and be poised to capture your guests when they arrive. You can also utilize the time before your event to capture any posed images or group photos of all speakers you need - so that everyone looks refreshed!
Will you need a few select images from your event to post on social media or send out internally the next morning? How quickly do you need all of your images delivered, realistically? These are important details to discuss with your photographer ahead of time so they can plan accordingly.
Ultimately, it is essential to choose someone that you have confidence in and who will document your event precisely with poise. Additionally, they should be genuinely willing to collaborate with you and your company.
If we can be of any assistance in planning your next corporate event, please don't hesitate to reach out!
~ Theresa
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