Work as a freelance photographer
The step into self-employment - a risky and exciting adventure awaits those who dare to take it. A lot has to be considered in order for the project to succeed. But with sensible planning, there is a great chance of long-term success as a freelance photographer.
Considerations before starting your own business as a photographer
- Not all photographers are alike: Before you start planning anything else, you should consider what your preferred subjects are. If possible, these should, of course, correspond with your knowledge and experience. The photographer, who has so far mainly photographed weddings, will likely fail in his independence if he now only wants to offer fashion and art photography. The reason for this is that 1. every motif requires a certain amount of experience in order to present it optimally, and 2. the corresponding contacts are missing.
- It can also be assumed that a photographer who has so far captured automobiles visually for various advertising campaigns does not have the quality required for baby photography.
Once the portfolio has been determined, further planning for the location, presentation of the company, required equipment, employees, etc. kick off.
Financial considerations before starting your own business
As mentioned above, the range of offers as a freelance photographer gives rise to further considerations. What they all have in common is that it makes sense to draw up a business plan. It leads to a strenuous, but as detailed and necessary list of the financial opportunities and thus lays an essential foundation for independence as a freelancer Photographer.
Some topics should be mentioned as examples that should be included in the financial planning:
- mobility costs
- social insurance
- advertising expenses
- training costs
- Energy water
- commercial rent
- procurement of materials
- Installment repayment
- private rent
- private cost of living
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- Who is unemployed or from unemployment is threatened, they should seek contact with their recruiter in the employment agency or job center before starting their own business and clarify whether a start-up grant or the start-up money is possible as start-up financing, which is the first hard phase of self-employment bridging helps.
- Advice and coaching for starting self-employment can be provided by the local branch of the Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau. If the concept is convincing, a low-interest business start-up loan may also be possible. A conversation with the house bank is also useful for this.
- If possible, it is financially advantageous to take out a relative loan, as interest is usually waived or only a low interest rate is charged. However, a careful contract is then essential and urgently recommended.
- If all the planning has progressed sufficiently, only registering with the tax office separates you from working as a freelance photographer. I wish you success!
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