Bro definitely don't pay 11k for a course 🙏🏼 I'm not sure if Alex has a course, but there are a few other teachers who do, like Jordan Horn or Eli Jones. Both of their courses are much more affordable.
The video I was searching for. Most of the videos for this topic are around this length, but only provide 2-4 minutes of clear and useful information. This video gives a steady stream of clear and concise information
I started my first photog biz as an all in one stop type of deal. many clients hired me for weddings and such because I did everything else. it gave them more faith in my over all ability. However, I do agree certain areas like real estate perform better with specialties. That's why I am branching out into a new brand.
Alex, would you consider a video on the contents of the marketing booklet you’ve put together? I’ve created a small one with just a few pages related to photography but am curious on what you feel is important to put in one to market yourself the best way possible, especially when you’re marketing to people who likely already have a photographer they use.
I came across your videos last week when i did my first twilight shoot and you really inspire me to chase my dream of starting my own real estate photography company. Im very scared but i think this is what im meant to do. Love your videos and keep posting!
Im very interested in getting into this business but I’m just completely lost on how to go about putting myself out their and building a portfolio. I have a dji mavic 3 classic that I’ve been using to practice shooting. What’s the best advice to give a beginner like myself regarding getting access to shooting a home?
I’m so glad I found you. I literally had the thought of beginning this venture today! I just recently bought my first real camera A7iv and have my RE license but never did much with it. I’m hoping to use it as entry.
I must admit what your saying is so true, I am really guilty of over diversifying, I am a good photographer, I am also an illustrator and designer with so many years under my belt, so the strings to my bow are wide and varied, so varied I stumble over what direction to take or maybe concentrate on. In short I maybe my own worst enemy. Being a one man band is tricky. Yes I think sales can be key, I used to use a very attractive woman to do the cold calling many years back and that really worked as it got my foot in the door, this is not a sexist comment just a simple fact, I don’t have that particular resource anymore and I am not great at the cold calling side, I am fine when the contact is established but the first contact is not my forte. Anyway I soldier on.
Alex, loved this video and of course all the others but you are soo correct on the customer service and consistency aspect. You have me so pumped to get started and getting close to being ready. Have the name of biz, working on my portfolio and outsourcing for editing and my website. Keep ya posted :)
Please make a video about captioning on IG. I feel like that is what I been struggling with for awhile. I also don’t want to continue repeating myself.
Hey Alex, would love to chat. How can I get ahold of you? Im a solo shooter maxing my days out. Would love to chat to see what you’d suggest my next could be. Working 7/week 4/8 shoots per day
Nobody talks about the post shoot workload. I've been shooting since the early 90's when your biggest fear was making sure you secure your film and don't screw up the processing or God forbid, forget you have live film loaded then open up the back and expose your images. Shooting real estate photos is a cake walk compared to shooting weddings or photo journalism where- if you miss the moment, you blew it, so don't be sitting on 3 frames remaining when the kiss is approaching or when cutting the cake. So, getting the shots necessary for REP, I've got that, now what? I I'm signed on with Adobe, I want to load my photos, run through them, I bracket, so I bring the images together choose what they need, shots from every room, exterior, etc. Then do you put the bundled complete job and email it, or physically send it on a thumb drive, a CD? The only part I'm worried about is the organization aspect. I'm a rolodex brained man, I would love to adapt but I'm not sure where to go. I never see anyone talking about the post end. The shooting part is laughably easy IMO.
Use an outsourced editor for fast, inexpensive and fantastic photos. Download them and put them in Show & Tour (showandtour.com/alex/) to deliver in a professional gallery. Absolutely do not be delivering photos on a CD...
Model homes are a great option. Go to some of the new neighborhoods around and look for the model homes. Ask the person inside if you could take some photos for your portfolio
About to sell all of my equipment. I did real estate photography for 4 years and last year was the worst. I pulled in 9 grand for total year earnings and that was shooting full time. So I think I am done.
5:10 this is kinda meh, you need breaks. I mean sure, if you are right there and it's just 1 minute. But you shouldn't think you need to work in your breaks :/ Try to eat and calm down :)
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where would you go to get a training on how to do this? one place is charging 11k for a course but 99% of others its $500 and under
Bro definitely don't pay 11k for a course 🙏🏼 I'm not sure if Alex has a course, but there are a few other teachers who do, like Jordan Horn or Eli Jones. Both of their courses are much more affordable.
The video I was searching for.
Most of the videos for this topic are around this length, but only provide 2-4 minutes of clear and useful information.
This video gives a steady stream of clear and concise information
I started my first photog biz as an all in one stop type of deal. many clients hired me for weddings and such because I did everything else. it gave them more faith in my over all ability. However, I do agree certain areas like real estate perform better with specialties. That's why I am branching out into a new brand.
Alex, would you consider a video on the contents of the marketing booklet you’ve put together? I’ve created a small one with just a few pages related to photography but am curious on what you feel is important to put in one to market yourself the best way possible, especially when you’re marketing to people who likely already have a photographer they use.
I'd consider doing that. I'll pass out the booklet for a while first to know if it works well or not
I came across your videos last week when i did my first twilight shoot and you really inspire me to chase my dream of starting my own real estate photography company. Im very scared but i think this is what im meant to do. Love your videos and keep posting!
Really great video! The 80-20 rule has really helped me in shifting my priorities towards growing my RE business and client base.
Im very interested in getting into this business but I’m just completely lost on how to go about putting myself out their and building a portfolio. I have a dji mavic 3 classic that I’ve been using to practice shooting. What’s the best advice to give a beginner like myself regarding getting access to shooting a home?
I’m so glad I found you. I literally had the thought of beginning this venture today! I just recently bought my first real camera A7iv and have my RE license but never did much with it. I’m hoping to use it as entry.
I must admit what your saying is so true, I am really guilty of over diversifying, I am a good photographer, I am also an illustrator and designer with so many years under my belt, so the strings to my bow are wide and varied, so varied I stumble over what direction to take or maybe concentrate on. In short I maybe my own worst enemy. Being a one man band is tricky. Yes I think sales can be key, I used to use a very attractive woman to do the cold calling many years back and that really worked as it got my foot in the door, this is not a sexist comment just a simple fact, I don’t have that particular resource anymore and I am not great at the cold calling side, I am fine when the contact is established but the first contact is not my forte. Anyway I soldier on.
Alex, loved this video and of course all the others but you are soo correct on the customer service and consistency aspect. You have me so pumped to get started and getting close to being ready. Have the name of biz, working on my portfolio and outsourcing for editing and my website. Keep ya posted :)
How did business go this last year?
I am a begginer, and i thought i was the only person who is buying used equipment. Wow intresting. Accept the camera.
No shame it used equipment! Lots of good deals out there
Always enjoy your information on how you got started.
More to come!
Please make a video about captioning on IG. I feel like that is what I been struggling with for awhile. I also don’t want to continue repeating myself.
Thanks
Lots of great point of course! Nice job!
Jesus!! At 8:45 this man struck a chord... Thank you for this video
Great content! Thank you for sharing!
Fantastic journey with vision, Love it !
How would you suggest making booklets to give out to people for marketing?
I have the template in my marketing course and talk all about it in there. I designed mine myself and used an online printer
Hey Alex, would love to chat. How can I get ahold of you?
Im a solo shooter maxing my days out. Would love to chat to see what you’d suggest my next could be. Working 7/week 4/8 shoots per day
Nobody talks about the post shoot workload. I've been shooting since the early 90's when your biggest fear was making sure you secure your film and don't screw up the processing or God forbid, forget you have live film loaded then open up the back and expose your images. Shooting real estate photos is a cake walk compared to shooting weddings or photo journalism where- if you miss the moment, you blew it, so don't be sitting on 3 frames remaining when the kiss is approaching or when cutting the cake. So, getting the shots necessary for REP, I've got that, now what? I I'm signed on with Adobe, I want to load my photos, run through them, I bracket, so I bring the images together choose what they need, shots from every room, exterior, etc. Then do you put the bundled complete job and email it, or physically send it on a thumb drive, a CD? The only part I'm worried about is the organization aspect. I'm a rolodex brained man, I would love to adapt but I'm not sure where to go. I never see anyone talking about the post end. The shooting part is laughably easy IMO.
Use an outsourced editor for fast, inexpensive and fantastic photos. Download them and put them in Show & Tour (showandtour.com/alex/) to deliver in a professional gallery. Absolutely do not be delivering photos on a CD...
Great advice! Also why are all of us in Florida 😂.
you are the man sir
How would I go about practicing real estate photography without access to an empty home? 🤔
Model homes are a great option. Go to some of the new neighborhoods around and look for the model homes. Ask the person inside if you could take some photos for your portfolio
i'm a real estate photographer and i make 6 figures... should i still watch this video?
Why not
About to sell all of my equipment. I did real estate photography for 4 years and last year was the worst. I pulled in 9 grand for total year earnings and that was shooting full time. So I think I am done.
Sorry to hear that man!
@@AlexSerrao Thank you
how were you operating your business
Hahaha, he said doo doo
“Most real estate photographers are broke” curious where you got this fact from?
5:10 this is kinda meh, you need breaks. I mean sure, if you are right there and it's just 1 minute. But you shouldn't think you need to work in your breaks :/
Try to eat and calm down :)
I’ll take a bagel break next time lol
I want a bagel