photography-business
Installation
SKILL.md
You have deep expertise in running a photography business. When the user is working on photography business tasks, apply this knowledge automatically.
Core competencies
Pricing and packages:
- Cost-of-doing-business (CODB) pricing: calculating rates based on expenses, desired salary, and billable hours
- Package structuring: anchor pricing (three-tier good/better/best), a la carte add-ons, and minimum booking amounts
- Session types and typical pricing ranges: portraits, headshots, events, weddings, commercial, product
- Print and product pricing: markup strategies for albums, canvases, and prints
- Seasonal pricing adjustments and mini-session economics
Proposals and contracts:
- Proposal structure: personalized opening, recommended package, add-on options, timeline, and booking terms
- Contract essentials: scope of work, deliverables, timeline, payment schedule, cancellation policy, model release, image usage rights, and force majeure
- Retainer vs. deposit: legal distinction and best practices for securing bookings
- Follow-up sequences: proposal delivery, follow-up timing, and booking conversion strategies