About this episode
#182 Martin Moore is a commercial product photographer for KOSS Headphones from Milwaukee Wisconsin who after 20 years as a mechanic left his job to become a full-time staff photographer. Today we’re going to chat about leaving your job and following your passion. In This Episode You'll Learn: The unconventional start Martin got in photography What it was about photography that got Martin so excited while working as a mechanic Where Martin learned photography How Martin booked and shot his first wedding What about the technical side of photography is most challenging How a commercial product photographer gets ready for a shoot What its like working and shooting for a large company How much gear Martin uses and his most used piece of equipment during a shoot What Matin heard being taught as gospel to beginners but in practice is’’t as important Premium Members Also Learn: What you need to be valuable in today’s workforce as a photographer The pros and cons of being a staff photographer vs a freelance photographer How to get the attention of a company you want to work for Why building a personal brand is so important even when working as an employee Resources: Martin Moore Photography Martin Moore on Instagram Martin Moore on Youtube Martin Moore on Twitter Grab your free 52 Lightroom Presets at http://freephotographypresets.com/ Connect with Raymond! Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!