Short Course
Student Testimonials
"The videos were well produced with a lot of detail, and were easy to follow. Receiving my diploma was a nice touch."
Sara Johns, Gold Coast, QLD
"The course really helped me get the ball rolling to finally starting my photography weekend business, it’s been a great push in getting me well prepared and set up for life."
Charles Miller, Darwin
Diploma in Starting Your Own Photography Business
If you want to become a photographer this course will step you through everything you need to know to set up as a photographer.
This course is a proven formula taught by our leading photography lecturer and author of the bestselling Ultimate SLR Camera Course.
There is no other course like it anywhere for the price. It's an online course that will get you up and running quickly and easily.
Here's What You Get in This Course:
1: Different Types of Photography Explained.
2: How to Set Up Your Photography Business.
3: Advanced Photographic Techniques.
4: How to Promote Your Business.
5: Making Your Business Legal.
Unlimited tutor support and coaching.
You are not on your own. Our tutor support is especially good for when you finish the course and need help to establish a business. You can contact us and ask as many questions as you need -- there is no limit.
There is absolutely no risk what so ever for you, all you have to do is study the course and follow all the steps that we teach you and you will be in business making money.
Course Delivery
This course is delivered 100% online. Upon enrolment students are issued with a login and password, providing access to OCA's e-learning centre.
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Recognition and Accreditation
Upon completion of this course you will be issued with a non-accredited Diploma in Starting Your Own Digital Photography Business. This is the first step in your new career.
Units of Study
This course has five units of study.
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1: Different Types of Photography Explained
This unit goes over what a photography business really is. It covers the 20 different types of photography and gives examples of the types of photo's that they capture, the type of equipment that they use and how they go about getting their images.
- Wildlife photography.
- Fine art photography.
- Business photography.
- Commercial product photography.
- Stock photography.
- Photojournalism photography.
- Event photography.
- Food photography.
- Sports photography.
- Underwater photography.
- Landscape photography.
- Interior design photography.
- Paparazzi photography.
- Wedding photography.
- Aerial photography.
- Portrait photography.
- Real-estate photography.
- Travel photography.
- Fashion photography.
- Glamour / model / dance photography.
2: How to Set Up Your Photography Business
In this unit, we take you through the important steps of setting up your new business. We also cover these topics:
- Setting up at home.
- Developing an outdoor studio.
- Interview with a new photographer.
- Developing portfolios.
- Setting up freelance.
- Knowing your camera.
- Developing your style.
- How do you charge for your work.
- How much can you charge?
- Understanding lenses.
- Picture framing.
3: Advanced Photographic Techniques
In this unit we teach you advanced techniques that every good photographer should know. We show you how to use these techniques to help grow your business. Some of the topics covered include:
- Understanding your histogram.
- Tips for using your flash.
- Tips for getting good shots.
- Colour management.
- Mirror up settings for landscape.
- How to choose a good digital camera.
- The importance of getting good highlights.
- Correctly using your ISO.
- Using exposure compensation.
- File rescue software.
- Keeping up technically.
- Sample of movie shot by an HD SLR camera.
4: How to Promote Your Business
In this unit we cover everything you need to know about promoting your product and the different types of methods that you can use. We go over the marketing techniques that you need to know to make your business successful. Some of the topics discussed are:
- Jpeg and raw files.
- Turning you into a marketable product.
- Building your own website.
- Photographers shared websites.
- Stock photography.
- Stock libraries.
- Having a professional photography website made.
- Buying a pre-made template website.
In this unit we cover all the steps that you need to follow to make your business legal. Topics covered include:
- Making your business legal.
- Registering your business name.
- Developing your logo.
- Sole Trader or company?
- Photographers' insurance.
- Develop your business to re-sell.
- Business policies.
- Developing goodwill
- What rights does your customer have over your photos?
- Storing your photos.
- What can you photograph legally.
- Holding accounts.
- Developing a code of practice.
- Investing in your portfolio.
In the course training manual we go over a number of important aspects of running a successful photographic business, for example:
- Important settings of your camera.
- Logo shots.
- Steps to establishing your new business.
- Colour management and setting your camera.
- Setting your computer for colour.
- Rules for getting your website up in rankings.
- Suggested charge out rates.
- Equipment required for your business.
- Sample photos.
How Long Does The Course Take?
The contact time of this short course is five hours.
Taking into consideration your practical assignments and assessments, completing this course should take approximately 4-6 weeks.
Course Costs
Purchase this course online and complete it at your own pace in your own time.
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Pay Now Cost$650
Payment Plan
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$50 Deposit
$50/Week for 15 Weeks
Total Payment Plan Cost $800
