How to Build a Portfolio: Landing High-Paying Clients in Film and Photography

In this video, I discuss the importance of a Creative Professional Portfolio and how you can go about building one from scratch.
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Great Video Gaku! I've been a Pro Extreme Sports Photographer for 35 Years. Was Lucky enough to be Very successful shooting Film during the Heyday of Magazines and was Published in more than 800 Magazines including Many Covers, Double Spreads Articles etc all over the World. I was Very interested to know you are shooting Film more and more and would definitely like to know more about the Trend for Photographers shooting more Film these days. You are really good at these Commercials shoots and thanks for Sharing your knowledge!

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This was great to listen to and apply and think about. Thank you

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Thanks mane! I was wondering where to start with my product photography portfolio.

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[@user-ho7sv2jv3g]

Hi Gaku Lange! Thank you for making this video. Wondering if you could share what cheap portable strobe lights you used for the shoot? I can't seem to find any good affordable ones. Appreciate sharing!

[@ravr3954]

Hey! Thanks for this video. I’d also like to know if the best way to make a website portfolio? The domain? The templated? A good reference would be great

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Hi there love you’re stuff I was wondering if the export setting work flow has changed. Could you share them.

[@SophiaChristian-so2of]

Hi , I enjoy your videos as I’m trying to learn about stocks. My husband and I had mutual funds years ago, but he didn’t like the returns and got out. Since then, we’ve made some profits through land sales. Even though I’m 66 and have never invested in stocks, I’d like to try with a small amount of money and see what happens. Any thoughts for me?

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Personally, I would say have a mentor. Not sure where you will get an experience one, but if your knowledge of the market is limited, it seems like a good bet.

[@AntonioBianh]

Well I recommend you make a diversification plan because it's been harder to build a good financial portfolio since COVID. My colleague suggested I hire an advisor, and I've actually made over $120K with their help during this market crash. They used defensive strategies to protect my portfolio and make profits despite the ups and downs.

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@@AntonioBianh That's fascinating. How can I contact your Asset-coach as my portfolio is dwindling?

[@AntonioBianh]

I encountered Margaret Johnson Arndt through my wife, and I emailed her. She is guiding me. Since then, she has given me chances to buy and sell the stocks in which I'm interested in. You can hunt her up online if you require care supervision.

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hey bro, did you use any site builder in particular to create your website? + great video love the content!

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Building A Portfolio with Professor Gaku!

[@safowaamiriam727]

Please how are you able to use your strobe lights outdoors since there is no light source around. Thank you for the video

[@MrDimo4ka]

Where did you create the website? It looks very cool!

[@kid9996]

Best Websites you would recommend for building a portfolio, maybe based on your experience ?

[@kimaruodhiambo9718]

Hallo. What type of lenses are good for a short street ware reel. I use a canon 250d. I have a 50mm. Should i hire out a 35mm or 85mm

[@marshallwaters]

which lights did you use in the pictures?

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Hey Gaku, what website did you use to create your website/store?

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[@badrazhar8806]

Thanks for this amazing video!! One question what platform would you recommend to make a website ?

[@GakuLange]

I used Wix for a few years and recently moved to Squarespace. I think most platforms give you the ability to create professional-looking sites nowadays but if you want integration with things like Shopify, then Squarespace is probably the easiest to work with!

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#1640 It's getting better. Still need's work, but getting there.

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what website did you use to create your personal photography website?

[@ugurmeric]

Do you have any salesteam or person who gets the deal with the potential brands or they are coming and writing to you. How does this process going ? thank you

[@rakeshsingh-py7px]

what is the name of the website 2:08 in which i make my portfolio.

[@danielkalvito]

Thank you so much for sharing this video! I am very new on this business, but I've taken good photos already to share with my friends and start building up my portfolio. I really need some good advice and I would be totally pleased with your help. I've done portraits, events photography (not weddings yet), boudoir photography, and friends that are selling lingerie clothing, solo, and couples photographs My question is: do I have to always edit all my photos? Or just when I feel the need for a simple adjustment of lighting or balance? I am mentioning this because with Event photos or family photos, they are almost more than 100 photos that look amazing out of the camera, and for me to edit each one will demand a huge amount of time 😔 As I am a beginner, I am going to start charging only for an hour or 2 photo shootings in order to gain more experience and people to know my photos. But this option was without editing as it will be at a very affordable price and delivery of around 50-100 great photos. I really appreciate anyone with their best advice, thanks!

[@workingman545]

Good God, 50-100 pics for family photos? Your gonna work yourself to death. 15-20 minute sessions, 5-10 digitals for bottom pricing. Work on upsells like prints, executive head shots, etc. Create packages for special occasions or holidays. Basic, Plus, & Premium are just some examples. This isn't life changing, but can lesson the workload, gain experience, and put a few bucks in your pocket while you grow. Hope this helps and I wish you good fortune.

[@davidmorefield]

Appreciate you sharing. I try to do the same on my channel. I think it helps everyone. New subscriber. Keep the vids coming.

[@jaylinmsmith]

WHAT PORTFILO WEBSITE IS THAT????

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