videographer/director etiquette

[gngadin]

amateur vs professional and comfort level?

newbie question on what to expect. just very excited! thanks

[GroobyKrissy]

Are you shooting content for a producer soon and asking for what you should expect in that regard? Not really sure what you're asking...

You should ALWAYS EXPECT that the photographer who shoots you is going to be professional. If you feel uncomfortable, then your shoot will reflect that. On the flip side, you should always be professional as well as a model. Show up on time and come prepared.

A little more detail from you may lead to some other insights from photographers and models here.

[MrsKellyPierce]

Any photographer I've worked with in the industry was totally professional and sweet..

I don't think I have ever come across one that over stepped their boundaries with me..

But then again you sometimes have to be assertive..know that you are the model and you are in control of what happens on set.

If you aren't comfortable SAY IT!

[gngadin]

Are you shooting content for a producer soon and asking for what you should expect in that regard? Not really sure what you're asking...

You should ALWAYS EXPECT that the photographer who shoots you is going to be professional. If you feel uncomfortable, then your shoot will reflect that. On the flip side, you should always be professional as well as a model. Show up on time and come prepared.

A little more detail from you may lead to some other insights from photographers and models here.

shooting content for a producer. being assertive isn't a strong point for me. please, do pass on tips for making everyone feel comfortable and have fun.

also, i really hate being in a hurry. you models out there, do you like hurried sessions, or slower with breaks?

[GroobyKrissy]

shooting content for a producer. being assertive isn't a strong point for me. please, do pass on tips for making everyone feel comfortable and have fun.

also, i really hate being in a hurry. you models out there, do you like hurried sessions, or slower with breaks?

If this is your first shoot, I don't think there is any magic to feeling comfortable in front of the camera. You're either going to be comfortable taking your clothes off and posing or not. If not, it is something you'll learn over time. Nerves are to be expected.

If you know who is going to shoot you, maybe try to chat with them ahead of time and work our a plan, as well as talk about what you're comfortable doing.

like I said before, come prepared and know what makes you feel sexy. You'll be much more comfortable if you feel great about yourself.

As for the last, my opinion is this. You're being paid to be a model. The schedule is not your concern. The photographer, on behalf of the company should run the shoot. Your job is to show up on time, represent yourself well, follow instructions, offer ideas, and get booked again.

Good luck!