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CREATIVE LEARNING OVERVIEW:

Master Studio Lighting: Explore the full spectrum of lighting, from natural light to constant and strobe setups. You'll master essential techniques like using lighting modifiers, gels, and creative effects such as harsh, soft, and gradient lighting. Dive into single and multi-light setups, fake shadows, backlighting, and receive a bonus cheat sheet ebook to reinforce your knowledge. You'll also learn how to create everything from dark, moody photography to bright, colourful shots and minimalist, elevated images. 

Camera Gear & Settings: Gain a comprehensive understanding of your camera with practical insights into settings, including ISO, shutter speed, and aperture. Learn the art of tethering with Capture One, how to optimize your gear for different shoots, and discover how to choose the right camera, lenses, and accessories for various scenarios. You'll be equipped to handle any photography situation.

Set Design & Styling: Learn everything from the foundations of set design to advanced set styling. You'll discover how to create compelling scenes, work with props and backdrops, and use special effects to elevate your work to a professional level.

In-Depth Product Photography: Perfect your eCommerce photography skills by overcoming challenges with reflective products, mastering compositing, and adding depth to your images. This section covers advanced techniques to create visually stunning product images that stand out.

In-Depth Portrait Photography: Master portrait photography with FJC's signature lighting style and learn how to work effectively with models. You'll cover everything from booking talent to creating detailed run sheets and executing shoots flawlessly, ensuring a seamless process from start to finish.

In-Depth Food Photography: Learn how to capture mouthwatering images in restaurants, with a focus on styling, staging, and the unique challenges of food photography for commercial purposes.

Expert Retouching Techniques: Elevate your post-production with expert-level retouching. You'll cover everything from basic Photoshop techniques to advanced colour grading and file organization, ensuring your content delivery is seamless and professional.

Pre-Production: Develop essential skills in creating detailed briefs, managing creative planning, prop sourcing, set preparation, and timelines. This section ensures you can confidently guide your projects from concept to completion with zero surprises.

Skip Everything Else and Watch the "Take Action Module": Dive straight into action with our incredibly simplified teaching method designed to get you shooting that day. No fluff, just hands-on, practical steps to kickstart your creativity immediately.

Introduction to Reels & Social Media Content Creation: Coming soon—learn how to create engaging reels and social media content to grow your brand and reach a wider audience online

 *Please note - this is not the full curriculum. The full course includes much more!

BUSINESS OVERVIEW:

Setting Up Your Business: Navigate the essentials of setting up your business, including acquiring an ABN, understanding tax responsibilities, and ensuring you’re legally covered with contracts and legalities.

Streamlining Project Processes and Timelines: Learn how to craft effective creative briefs and shot lists and streamline your pre-production process for efficiency and success.

Effective Marketing Strategies: Develop effective strategies to attract and retain clients through targeted campaigns and promotional efforts. Build a professional website, and implement effective pricing strategies to position your business for success.

Navigating Retainers: Understand how to manage long-term client relationships by securing retainers that provide stability and ongoing opportunities.

Client Communication: Master effective communication practices with templates that guide you through client interactions, ensuring professionalism and clarity in every message.

Workflows: Leverage tools like Dubsado, Milanote, Monday.com, and Xero to enhance your business efficiency and keep your workflow on track. Optimize your project workflows, from client onboarding to streamlined processes that make your business run smoothly.

Templates: Get access to a range of essential templates, including emails, briefs, service guides, and contracts, to streamline your business operations.

Pricing: Learn to create custom quotes and packages that reflect the value of your services while meeting client expectations.

Social Media and Online Presence: Build a strong social media strategy and online presence to engage your audience and enhance your brand visibility.

How to move into a commercial studio: coming soon.

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