Bob Croxford wrote: >....Norman Childs has often mentioned on this forum that it is easier to get photographic work direct from companies than to deal with design groups and agencies.....
Bob, I don't think I would claim it was necessarily easier to get work direct from end clients, but it does have distinct advantages and is much more rewarding. Namely: 1) You have much more choice as to who you work for. 2) You do not have a middle man to muddy the waters in getting the brief. 3) The brief tends to be much more exciting than anything an art director can come up with. For example: 'We have an operation in China or Argentina. Just come back with some spectacular images showing our relationship with the people, the environment and our commitment to that part of the world.' In other words, I have total control over what I photograph and how it is set up and its cost, as well as deciding to shoot digital or on film, or a mixture of both. 4) The best of course is - you get paid quicker! Usually 30 days. >...While pitching direct to the company there is nothing to stop a photographer also pitching for the whole package including print..... Absolutely correct. Kindest regards Norman Childs Mobile: +44(0)7831 519217 Tel: +44(0)1256 767611 Fax: +44(0)1256 767612 Website: http://www.greenshoots.co.uk =============================================================== GO TO http://www.prodig.org for ~ GUIDELINES ~ un/SUBSCRIBING ~ ITEMS for SALE
