A well-planned shot list is what can take a brand photoshoot from an average experience to an amazing business investment that provides results! This episode is all about how to plan a personal brand photoshoot as a photographer (with a focus on creating a strategic shot list). I’ll dive into the 4 key elements of a successful brand photoshoot, the mistake I see brand photographers make, and my 9 go-to shot list ideas I keep in the back of my mind for every photoshoot!

(00:50) Why a shot list is a good thing
(01:45) Things I keep in mind when planning a brand photoshoot shot list

(03:55) Shot List Idea 1 - Workspace

(04:50) Shot List Idea 2 - Headshot

(05:18) Shot List Idea 3 - Lifestyle imagery

(05:47) Shot List Idea 4 - Tools of their trade

(06:08) Shot List Idea 5 - Products and services

(06:56) Shot List Idea 6 - Personal elements
(07:46) Shot List Idea 7 - Behind the scenes

(09:19) Shot List Idea 8 - Flatlays and detail photos

(10:25) Shot List Idea 9 - Celebratory images

(11:31) Mistakes brand photographers make when it comes to creating content for clients

(14:18) Photoshoot locations

(15:40) Outfits and props

Links and Resources Mentioned 

• 15+ Page Brand Photoshoot Style Guide Canva Template - https://mandyliz.com/brand-photoshoot-style-guide-template 
• Brand Photoshoot Creative Brief Template - https://mandyliz.com/brand-photoshoot-creative-brief-template
• Brand Photography Planning Questionnaire -  https://mandyliz.com/brand-photography-questionnaire
• The Brand Photography Shop
  https://mandyliz.com/the-brand-photography-shop 

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