Business Practice

  • Level: Open to all levels, with a focus on advanced techniques

  • Duration: Lecture series – 3 sessions × 2.5 hours in Studio

  • Spaces: Maximum 10

  • Course Fee: £250

  • Recent Available Date:

    Evenings

    Wed 26th Feb / Wed 5th March / Wed 12th March 2025

    5pm-8.30pm

Course Description

To introduce students to business practice. Students will explore and gain a working knowledge of contemporary business practice with an emphasis on operating as a freelance practitioner.

What you’ll learn

Getting Started in Business

  • Learn strategies for attracting clients and building relationships.

  • Understand how to effectively price and cost your work.

Legal Essentials

  • Gain knowledge of your rights and essential legal considerations.

Financial Essentials

  • Learn the basics of business record-keeping and managing finances.

Feedback & Specific Question

  • Ask questions of our professional tutor in real time

  • Receive feedback and critique on your assignments

Course Outcome

Certificate of completion & Digital Badge

  • We will provide you with a certificate of attendance.

  • We always recommend you attend all of the classes so that you get the most out of the experience!

  • Certificates and digital badges are great to compliment your cv.

Works you can put in portfolio

  • You've put the work in so we want to make sure you have something to show for it!

FAQs

Who should attend this course?

This course is for all levels of photographers.

  • Beginners will get an in depth introduction to the subjects

  • For more experienced photographers it is a chance to fill gaps in your knowledge and get answers to questions.

  • It is recommended as a grounding for all photographers wanting to take our more advanced courses.

Where will this course take place?

Our studio is located near Shoreditch, and the course will take place in and around this vibrant area. Shoreditch offers a variety of locations, providing diverse settings for practicing location lighting techniques. From urban streets to hidden spots, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to explore and apply different lighting methods in real-world environments.

What if I am not good at English?

Clear, easy to understand lessons:

  • Our tutors use simple and accessible English to explain everything. If they need to use any special terms, they’ll make sure to explain them clearly.

  • New methods are taught through live demonstrations, so you can easily follow along and understand.

  • We also have staff members who speak fluent Mandarin, so language won’t be an issue for you!

What if I want to take this course, but there are no suitable available dates?

No problem! You can send us the dates you’re interested in to hello@theshoreditchacademy.com, and we’ll be happy to discuss further. We can offer flexible scheduling based on the studio’s availability to accommodate your preferred time.