The ABCs of Photo Assisting
- Interactive Online Workshop -
Next one: Fall 2021
Registration: $79
Early Bird: $69
"When you know better you do better." - Maya Angelou
Assisting photographers is a great way to get paid to learn as an aspiring photographer, and make a living while you’re starting out. But how do you get hired? And what do you need to know and do as an assistant? What are other things that will help you succeed in this role?
Who is this interactive workshop for?
Anyone interested in getting a leg up working as an assistant to commercial photographers. I share what I’ve learned through the School of Hard Knocks so you can be a smarter, better assistant and do smarter, better business as a freelancer.
“Jung is passionate about photography and her workshop was well-researched and well-presented! She went over many important topics, such as how to present oneself on set, how to have difficult conversations, and what to ask for when booking your first assistant gigs! She designed and included so many interactive activities where you’d pair up with another attendee and go over the worksheets. I got to practice the materials while meeting and networking with fellow photographers and assistants! I can tell she has poured her knowledge and heart into this workshop. If you are interested in assisting, taking this workshop is a step in the right direction!”
What does it cover? What are the ABCs?
Attitude: How to approach your work as an assistant, and what are some mindsets you may encounter as an assistant.
Business Intelligence: How to get your foot in the door, learning what questions to ask when booking a job and generally accepted industry standards for pay, types of photo jobs, etc.
Competencies: What skills you will need to develop to be successful as an assistant--social, communication, technical, and business.
And more! Tips and insights from a working photographer and photo assistant who is also a woman, person of color, and older entrant to the field. There will be time for Q&A throughout the workshop.
You will receive the presentation slide deck after the workshop.
What does it not cover?
This 2.5 hour workshop will not teach you studio lighting or how to operate photography equipment. That requires more time and hands-on experience. Having a basic understanding of studio lighting and camera operation is advisable as a beginning assistant and necessary if you want to be a great assistant.
What percentage of the information was new to you?
I can use this session information:
Post-workshop feedback from attendees, participation >50%
“Jung shared really good content for us aspiring photo assistants! It covered valuable tips on how to show up professionally, communicate better and ask the right questions and decide whether the job is the right fit or not! She also arranged exercises with other participants so we could network and absorb the information better! I really recommend this webinar for anyone planning on entering this field who needs the basics!”
How is it structured?
2.5 hour workshop conducted by Jung via Zoom with the assistance of a co-moderator
Registration limited to 20 people to keep workshop intimate
Slide presentation accompanied by polls and chat for questions and sharing
Multiple breakouts to meet and connect with others in the field and to role play what you’re learning in the workshop
A couple quick breaks
Time for Q&A
When is the next one? How much?
Fall 2021 TBD
$79 tax deductible education/professional development business expense!
“I highly recommend Jung’s Class. It’s very informative. I especially liked how we were very interactive with surveys and role playing. My take homes were to be respectful and always have a battery charging station. It’s so cool that Jung is training the next generation. That is so generous of her. Thank you. I learned so very much! ”
About the Instructor
Jung Fitzpatrick is an SF-based photographer who loves working with small businesses, entrepreneurs, creatives, and change makers. In a former life, Jung was a nonprofit strategic planning consultant. When she took the leap to pursue her dream of becoming a photographer, she attended City College of San Francisco for their great technical training in photo and video production.
Jung is also, at her core, an educator and loves empowering others to achieve their goals. She created this workshop because she wished she had known more about photo assisting when she started working in the industry. As the course creator and instructor, Jung shares 6 years of experience working on and around sets with photographers across roles as a studio manager, photo/production/styling assistant, Covid Compliance Officer, and sometimes model.