side hustle diaries: influencer fashion shoot 💼
had a really fun fashion shoot at📍shenton house carpark and cbd, with jackie (jac_ussy) who does beauty content 💼. it was my first influencer shoot but it turned out so great because jackie is very open to my vision and was giving me his ideas on what looks good too! i got the opportunity from @qik.sg as they connect freelancers to gigs so do check out their ig and drop your handle in their website if you’re a photographer/videographer 🤝.
we really wanted to highlight the coach bag and i was very happy how the shots turned out 😙. many of the shots were unplanned since we were just scouting the area, so we experimented with different poses based on the surroundings. my favourite is the blurry shot where jackie is the focus, which we tried a few times to get the perfect distance 😮💨🫶.
i also just started my full time job so i’m learning how to balance my time. it’s been manageable so far as i shoot/edit on saturdays and rest on sundays.
connect with me on IG @chubzjojo 🤍
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Starting a side hustle in photography can be both thrilling and challenging, especially when balancing it with a full-time job. When I landed my first influencer shoot, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but the experience taught me a lot about creativity, flexibility, and networking. One of the key lessons I learned was the importance of collaboration. Working with Jackie, who is experienced in beauty content, helped me see things from a new perspective. We brainstormed ideas together, which made the shoot more dynamic and enjoyable. This reminds me that when doing influencer shoots or any photography gigs, being open to your subject’s input can greatly enhance the final result. I also discovered the value of scouting locations spontaneously. We didn’t have every pose planned ahead of time but used the urban settings of Shenton House carpark and CBD to inspire different shots. These spontaneous moments often yield the most natural and captivating photos, like our blurry focus shot that became my favorite. Balancing my side hustle with a new full-time job has been manageable by dedicating weekends for shooting and editing while reserving Sunday for rest. For anyone starting out, setting clear boundaries and a schedule can avoid burnout and keep your passion alive. If you’re a freelance photographer or videographer looking for gigs, platforms like @qik.sg are great for connecting with clients. I highly recommend dropping your info on their site and following their Instagram for opportunities. Overall, this influencer shoot was a rewarding start to my side hustle journey, encouraging me to keep learning and growing in creative freelancing while managing other commitments.
