The ultimate brand photoshoot checklist for content creators. Don’t know what props to bring to your personal branding session? Use the prop list below as a guide when packing for your branding photography session. This list is especially great for those who book a studio space. Bringing these items really helps to make the space feel like yours!
BRAND PHOTOSHOOT CHECKLIST TO VISUALLY SHOW YOU’RE A CONTENT CREATOR:
Your phone/phones
Gimbal
The bag you bring to a wedding/session
Phone tripod
Ring light
Business cards or print outs (anything with your logo)
A magazine you are published in (or one you are manifesting being in)
Any other physical items you may have affiliate links with
Do you travel a lot or want to for work? You can bring items like a passport, luggage tag, suitcase, etc.
BRAND PHOTOSHOOT PROP LIST FOR YOUR DESK AREA:
Laptop (remember to clean your screen)
Phone (remember to clean your screen)
Phone case (white or something on brand)
Planner
Notebook
Pens
Wall or desk calendar
Post it notes
Vase w/ water and flowers
Books that fit your brand (Examples: In the Company of Women for female business owners or Surf Shack or Women Making Waves for those with a coastal vibe)
Coffee mug or a tea cup & plate + your drink of choice
PROPS FOR A CONTENT CREATOR WITH A PODCAST:
Headphones
Microphone
Laptop
BRANDING PHOTOSHOOT PROPS TO CELEBRATE A MILESTONE:
Champagne bottle
Champagne glasses
Cupcake, cake, or a dessert of your choice (regular candle or a numbered candle)
Gold, silver, or colored confetti
Balloons or numbered balloons (Example: 10 years in business or 10,000 followers)
BRAND PHOTOSHOOT OUTFIT IDEAS FOR CONTENT CREATORS:
TOP TIPS:
- Steam your items before your session
- Try your outfit contenders on before your shoot and take a photo in each outfit to make sure you like how they look in pictures before your session
- Infuse your brand colors into your clothes!
Top & pants or a skirt
Dress
Two piece suit
Blazer & pants
Statement t-shirt
Shoes
Accessories like headbands
Jewelry: Earrings, watch, etc.
YOUR PERSONAL BRAND STAPLES TO INCLUDE IN YOUR SESSION:
Help build a connection with your audience by showing them some of your favorites!
Mug or coffee cup
Morning drink of choice
Post work food or drink of choice
Favorite snack
Your go-to book
Favorite movie (example: you could have a bowl of popcorn)
Favorite tv show (example: a mug from Luke’s Diner if you love Gilmore Girls)
Your pet
Your favorite dessert
BRAND PHOTOSHOOT SEASONAL ITEMS:
Not necessary if you are looking for more timeless photos, but definitely a fun add in to celebrate any holidays. This could be a white or orange pumpkin, heart shaped glasses for Valentine’s Day, a Santa hat, etc.
BRAND PHOTOSHOOT PACKING TIPS:
If your session includes multiple locations or outfit changes I recommend having a bag or suitcase for all the elements included in that one look. That way you don’t have to waste time searching through one giant bag!
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR YOUR BOSTON BRANDING PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION:
BOSTON HAIR & MAKEUP ARTISTS FOR YOUR PERSONAL BRANDING SHOOT
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