Archive for the ‘event photographer’ Category

Getting the Most out of your Event Photographer!

Tuesday, September 7th, 2010

 When planning your Event always meet with the Photographer taking the actual photos.  You both need to be on the same page to maximize your Branding opportunities.   Always go with an Experienced photographer in the field of your event.  Meaning if you are planning a Gala Award Night make sure you hire a Photographer that has previous experience in this field.   Make sure that you always ask for sample photos of past events.  Protect yourself and Protect your BRAND. 

Visit an experienced Event Photographer at www.christiesphotographic.com.

Have you Networked lately?

Tuesday, August 31st, 2010

In the new economy networking is so important for survival.  Some tips for networking that I have learned along the way. 

1.  Get to know your potential client.  Don’t just start selling your product on them.

2.  Follow-up with your potential client the next day.

3.  Be genuine.  Don’t be a used car sales person.

4.  Pair yourself with quality partners.

Networking has made this professional photography company who it is today.  Remember to get out there and work the room correctly and things will happen for you too.

Vegas is on the Move!!

Tuesday, August 17th, 2010

Hello from the Fabulous City of Las Vegas.  The greatest Las Vegas Professional Photography Company is on the move, thats right Jenna and Angela are moving offices this week.  We are staying in the same location just bigger space.  We would like to thank every single one of our partners that assisted us in creating an amazing start to 2010.  We are on the move and looking forward to working with every single one of you.  Come stop by and see us anytime!!

ISES Event World Here we come!

Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010

Angela will be attending the ISES 2010 Event World in Baltimore, MD this week.  She is looking forward to seeing clients, colleagues, and meeting new people from all over the World.  If you are going to be in Baltimore this week, let us know.

A BIG Congrats is DUE!

Thursday, July 29th, 2010

 

Angela recently attended the NACE 2010 Experience Conference in Austin, TX.   During the course of the conference the following Las Vegas Chapter members won awards.  Please join Christie’s Photographic Studios in congratulating the following individuals. 

Lisa Lynn Backus recipient of the George Zell Spirit of NACE Award

Carrie Key & Dragon Ridge Country Club recipient of the Best Catered Event over $75k

Donnell Bayot recipient of the President’s List of NACE

Las Vegas NACE Chapter recipient of the NACE Champion Award, for the Catersource event that Christie’s Photographic Studios was part of.

Supporting our clients

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010

                                                    Christie’s Photographic believes in supporting it’s partner hotels.  We had the opportunity to not only sponsor but also provided candid photography in the annual Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hotel’s Emergency Employee Fundraiser.  A great time was had by all during the annual bowling tournament.  Bob Christie, Keith Thrash and Dawn Owen participated by having a team that bowled.  They did have a mystery player who scored better than all three.  The mystery player was a combination of Bob, Dawn and Keith taking turns.

Recently in Orlando

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010

Recently, Orlando had (7) photographers with lights and backgrounds they (14) assistants for one job at the Hilton Bonnet Creek Resort.  Not only did we provided the staff but we also provided prints onsite. Make sure that when you have a large event that your Professional Photography Company can handle everything that is stated in the proposal.  Questions to ask.. 

1.  How many photographers do you have on staff?

2.  What is the largest job you have completed in one day?

 3.  What type of liability insurance and what is your coverage? 

4.  Ask for samples of the their work.

5.  What is the policy if we change items on-site?

6. Make sure you get everything in writing.

Professional Event Photography

Monday, July 12th, 2010

” I have my own camera” So you ask yourself  ”Why do I need to hire a Professional Event Photographer?”  Here are some urban myths regarding Professional Event Photography.

1.  Professional Event Photography is too expense….  Not true…  Your ROI can be based on the documentation photos that your photographer took.  You need to make sure that the photographer is professional trained because Seeing is Believing and a photo is worth 1000 words.. 

2. I have my own camera so I can point and shot…..  true however as creative as you are we have staff photographer that have been in the industry for over 27 years.  They are trained to capture angles, lights, and environmental atomsphere in a way that will bring your audience back to that moment..  Making those that were not present wish they were present and making your next event even better.. 

3.  Not in the budget this year.  Most events have a Marketing Budget that your photographic needs can be placed in because you are going to use the photos for Marketing your upcoming future events. 

So hiring a Professional Event Photographer actually saves you time and potentially adds to your ROI..

Christie’s is heading to the SITE Conference

Thursday, July 1st, 2010

Did you know that Christie’s Photographic Studios is heading to the SITE Conference.  We are also the conference photographer.  Come join us in Fort Lauderdale. FL, Friday, July 9th….  See you there.