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01/15/2009 07:27:14 PM · #1
I recently applied for a job with Tilllate.com - a clubbing and events photography company - and found out today that I got the position. It's unpaid (apart from free club entry and free booze) but then I don't have a lot of experience and it'll (hopefully) be a good way to build up my portfolio and contacts a bit.

Firstly, woop go me - first regular photo "job"!

Secondly has anyone else worked in this field or for this company before? Any tips/ warnings?

Here's a link to the site.
01/15/2009 07:28:24 PM · #2
Glad your happy and I hope it turns into something more for you.

But is it a 'job' if you're not getting paid?
01/15/2009 07:36:29 PM · #3
Well I guess not to begin with - I went to an information session this evening and it seems if you apply yourself to shooting various clubs and the shoots you produce are high quality you can move up the ranks into paid positions and managerial roles. I'm going to be looking for a full time job when I finish University in the summer so this might be a good way of sticking my foot in the door. It might not be a paid job job yet but it could lead to something in the future with any luck.

It's also a really great way to meet models ;-) - for future DPC entry purposes only of course...
01/15/2009 08:27:02 PM · #4
good luck with the high quality. You have to remember Clubs are dark places, usually the only well(ish) lite places are the actual bars that serve drinks. You should go to some or a club beforehand and really work your camera as you are going to need to know what settings you are going to have to produce.

Well done in getting your job and good luck
01/15/2009 08:52:52 PM · #5
Hey Jimi,

First congrats on getting the position, it might not be perfect at this stage but then, who has a perfect job? It's an achievement to have got this and don't let anyone tell you otherwise :)

As JulietNN has pointed out, as you'll be shooting in nightclubs your gonna be working at your highest ISO's more than likely which is always a bit of a strain. Might I suggest picking up a Nikon 50mm F1.8? The extra couple of stops you'll get from this lens will be invaluable to you in those dark situations I am sure, and this lens is the biggest bargain in the Nikon arsenal - its razor sharp even wide open, and less than £100. I've got the 1.4 version myself but thats about double the price and to be honest the performance increase doesn't justify the extra cost in my eyes.

In any case, good luck with this position and even if it doesn't lead on to paid work later always remember that experience is far more valuable than money so use this opportunity to build on your skillset especially directing and working with people!

Good luck,

Carl

Edited to add: Also think about getting yourself a flash if you don't already have one and learn about balancing flash and how to use it.

Message edited by author 2009-01-15 20:55:57.
01/15/2009 09:12:22 PM · #6
Thanks for the advice guys - I've got an Sb-600 and I'm in the process of getting myself a 50mm 1.8 too. The D90 i've just bought has excellent high iso quality so I'm not too worried. As Ceefore points out I think it's going to be great experience in terms of the "meet, direct, shoot, move on" type event photography. These guys have a really good reputation and tend to be VERY warmly received in clubs by party goers and promoters alike. Can't wait!
01/15/2009 09:17:10 PM · #7
if you can swing the 50mm 1.4 instead of 1.8, you might like it :-) I like mine. But it is pricier than the 1.8. Both are likely to be equally sensitive to beer contact, so maybe going the less expensive route is best!

I look forward to seeing shots--are you allowed to post em here, too, or only on their site?

01/15/2009 10:07:07 PM · #8
Yeh I'll be able to post them on here - probably have with the logo though. I did ask about competition entries and they seemed happy enough to let me do it, it's all good exposure for them and their clients.

The 1.4 is a bit out of my pricerange at the mo and as you say - beer contact is going to be a much bigger issue on that.

I should really get some insurance...
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