How to Prepare for an Interview in the Photography Business
Choosing a career in the highly competitive and subjective photography industry can be a very rewarding decision, but first you will need to land the job. Interviewing for a photography position is as much about personality as it is about your portfolio, since clients need to be comfortable and confident in their choice of photographer. When preparing for an interview with a photography company, you will need to consider the type of work and clients the company caters to and build your answers around this demographic.
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Prepare a portfolio. Entering an interview for a creative position in the photography business empty-handed will reduce your chances of success even before the interview begins. A printed portfolio is useful if the studio does a lot of traditionally printed work. If you have a digital portfolio, bring a laptop and be ready to display your best work. Have a copy of your portfolio on CD to leave with your interviewer.
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Dress the part. While it is possible for a creative photography studio to have a relaxed or absent dress code, this does not mean it is appropriate to show up for your interview in casual clothes. Your appearance should be neat, clean and professional for the interview -- save the T-shirts and jeans until after you are hired.
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Brief yourself on what sort of clients the studio attracts. Use a website or industry sources to see the studio's current work, and prepare yourself to discuss your prospective role in relation to these clients. Knowing who you will be working with will add a level of confidence to your interview.
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