How to get first job as second shooter?

9 years 1 month ago #427424 by Jakov Barnes
Morning,

So, how did you get your first job as a second shooter?  I've been out of the loop for so long and just recently getting back behind a camera.  Frankly I'm seeing this as just like riding a bike.  You don't forget.  But that really doesn't do much when trying to get some second shooter gigs. So technically I don't have any experience in the last 11 years. 

I'd like to hear how you picked up your first gigs? 


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9 years 1 month ago #427438 by garyrhook
Cold calls to local wedding photographers as a third shooter, to develop a portfolio of your work. Of course, you'll want to target those whose style you can match.

Find a local meetup or club, or perhaps PPA chapter, and network.


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9 years 1 month ago #427542 by Carry
:agree:  be prepared to work for free  


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9 years 1 month ago #427657 by Conner
Tag along as a 3rd or 4th shooter 


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9 years 1 month ago #427713 by Alan Nunez
+1

Cold call or cold visit.


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9 years 1 month ago #427724 by Happy Snapper
The problem with cold calling, is you have no experience yet.  Starting off as a 3rd shooter is the way to go 

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9 years 1 month ago #427859 by MYoung
I just asked a few local photographers if they needed help, in return for their guidance, they get free labor!


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9 years 1 month ago #428576 by Jakov Barnes
Well, good advice here.  I'm hoping to get back on the saddle this year and I think there's enough to work with here.  Thank you


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