Business
Pro Tips for Second Shooting: Build a Sustainable Photography Business
Second Shooting Is Your Competitive Edge I’ve been shooting professionally for over two decades, and I can tell you without hesitation: the photographers who master second shooting are the ones who scale. It’s not glamorous work, but it’s the foundation of a sustainable, profitable photography business. Second shooting serves three critical purposes. First, it’s insurance—if your primary shooter has a technical failure, you’ve got coverage. Second, it’s a training ground for junior photographers and a proving ground for potential hires.