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resources + shop
We’ve got tons of freebies, resources, + tips for a thriving service based creative business that are packed with actionable tips + strategies to help you thrive.
courses
LEARN FROM DEVIN, Shay, and other industry experts IN CAREFULLY CURATED COURSES
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videography for photographers
The beginner-friendly online course that teaches incredible photogs like you how to implement videography into your business with the equipment you already use.
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super 8 for photographers
The super 8 course for photographers ready to take quick action — join Devin as she takes you through the entire process of buying your Super 8 camera and choosing the right film, shooting, processing, and editing, and serving your clients with super 8.
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blogging bootcamp with defy creative co.
USE CODE HEYTHRIVER FOR A DISCOUNT! A one-of-a-kind blogging course for wedding & elopement photographers that'll leave you feeling empowered, confident, and ready to create blogs that bring you quality leads, more money, and consistent traffic to your website - oh, and in the simplest way possible.
contracts
GET LEGALLY LEGIT WITH CONTRACTS WRITTEN BY A REAL LAWYER, Paige Griffith, J.D. — with The Legal Paige you can navigate the legal landscape with confidence and get back to doing what you love. We swear by these contracts in our own photo/video businesses!
OR SHOP SOME OF OUR FAVES:
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super 8 film videography contract
This contract template was created for videographers who shoot with Super 8 film and has been reviewed and critiqued by industry-leading professionals.
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photography and videography contract
This contract template was created for DUAL wedding and event photographers and videographers who perform services at a venue (i.e. outdoor large venue or ballroom events/weddings).
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content shoot workshop bundle
If you are an educator putting together styled shoots for your upcoming workshops, the Content Shoot Workshop Bundle is a must-have for your legal toolkit. This contract bundle includes a Model Call Contract, Content Shoot Workshop Contract (for Attendees), and Styled Shoot Contract (for Organizers).
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adventure elopement and adventure session bundle
Take your adventure photography brand to new heights with our Adventure Elopement & Adventure Session Bundle! This package deal includes two meticulously crafted contracts specifically designed for Adventure Elopement Photography and Adventure Session Photography.
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senior photography contract
This template is for senior photographers who photograph seniors in high school. A specific contract for senior photos is really important to have as a photographer because most of the time your clients are minors and their parent or legal guardian is contracting with you.
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brand and commercial photography contract
With the TLP Brand and Commercial Photography Contract, you can take control of your photography business, set strong boundaries, navigate sticky client situations, and protect your creativity with ease.
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brand videography contract
This contract is made specifically for brand videographers who work with clients on branding videos. Due to the unique nature of branding videos where you spend a significant amount of time with your clients who are business owners and then produce a shorter branding video and even sneak peek teaser videos, you will definitely want to have a contract in place.
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content creator for events contract
Amplify your content creation endeavors with this Content Creator Contract for Events. Designed with your protection in mind as a social media content creator, this agreement empowers you to confidently navigate content creation at specific events such as weddings, conferences, branding shoots, and more.
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family and couples contract
The Legal Paige created the Family + Couples Contract to ensure you are covered in all the less-than-ideal situations that come along with documenting people’s lives. Instantly set boundaries with your clients, avoid worst-case-scenarios, and run a more legally legit business with this expert drafted, copy-and-paste template.
client experience templates
EMAIL TEMPLATES AND QUESTIONNAIRES TO UPLEVEL YOUR CLIENT COMMUNICATION
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client experience bundle
EVERY EMAIL AND QUESTIONNAIRE YOU NEED FOR EVERY NICHE OF PHOTOGRAPHY
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wedding + elopement email templates
EVERY EMAIL YOU’LL NEED TO SERVE WEDDING/ELOPEMENT CLIENTS WITH PHOTO/VIDEO
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wedding & elopement questionnaire
questionnaire to send wedding and elopement clients
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couple + engagement questionnaire
questionnaire to send your couples
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business + branding email templates
EVERY EMAIL YOU’LL NEED TO SERVE
BUSINESSES, BRANDS, INFLUENCERS, AND
SERVICE PROVIDERS WITH PHOTO/VIDEO -
business & branding questionnaire
questionnaire to send your business + branding clients
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senior email templates
EVERY EMAIL YOU’LL NEED TO SERVE
SENIORS WITH PHOTO/VIDEO -
senior questionnaire
questionnaire to send senior clients
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portrait email templates
EVERY EMAIL YOU’LL NEED TO SERVE
ENGAGEMENT/COUPLES/FAMILY/
LIFESTYLE/PORTRAIT CLIENTS WITH
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family questionnaire
questionnaire to send family session clients
blog templates
BLOG TEMPLATES BY SEO AND BLOGGING EXPERT DANIELLE JOHNSON - GET A DISCOUNT WITH CODE HEYTHRIVER
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venue feature blog post
TO SHOWCASE A SINGLE WEDDING VENUE
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national park elopement guide
TO HELP COUPLES PLAN A NATIONAL PARK ELOPEMENT
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statewide elopement guide
to help couples plan a state-specific elopement
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wedding/elopement gallery blog
to showcase one specific wedding/elopement
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engagement/couples session gallery blog
to showcase one specific engagement or couples session
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family/maternity gallery blog
to showcase one specific family/maternity session
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senior session gallery blog
to showcase one specific senior gallery
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The Blog Planning Hub: Notion Template
Notion template for ANY creative entrepreneur who wants to invest time into blogging for their business!
canva templates
CANVA TEMPLATES FOR CREATIVE SERVICE PROVIDERS
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instagram carousel templates
GORGEOUS MIX AND MATCH CAROUSEL TEMPLATES TO CREATIVELY SHOWCASE SESSIONS TO YOUR CLIENTS IN A STORY-DRIVEN WAY
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instagram story templates
beautiful story templates for photographers and videographers — includes a variety of text-based templates and collage templates
presets & luts
COLORS INSPIRED BY GLACIER NATIONAL PARK AND ARTIST POINT
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luts
VIDEO LUTS INSPIRED BY GLACIER NATIONAL PARK AND ARTIST POINT
Notttt quite ready to invest?
Don't worry, we’ve got you!
free resources for thrivers!
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serving your clients with super 8
YOUR STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO ADDING SUPER 8 TO YOUR PHOTO OR VIDEO BUSINESS
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beginner's guide to video editing in adobe premiere pro
FIND A SIMPLE EDITING WORKFLOW THAT FITS INTO YOUR LIFE AND BUSINESS
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how to uplevel your photography business using video
EVERYTHING you need to know about integrating video into your photography biz without buying new equipment, getting super techy, or wasting your precious time!
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financial goals marketing plan
Financial goals focused marketing plan for photographers, videographers, and creatives
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how to create a pricing guide that converts
Free guide to creating a pricing guide that converts high ticket clients
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super class
our exact roadmap for adding Super 8 to your business
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touchpoints to keep your clients engaged
A SWIPE FILE FULL OF TOUCHPOINTS FOR YOU TO STEAL FOR INSPO OR TO COPY DIRECTLY TO YOUR CLIENT WORKFLOW
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5 clips challenge
SUREFIRE WAY TO GET ENOUGH STORYTELLING VIDEO AT EVERY PHOTO SESSION
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inside look
Our exact strategy for year-round elopement and destination wedding bookings
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set up your mini sessions in honeybook
SUPER QUICK AND EASY TUTORIAL FOR SETTING UP YOUR MINI SESSIONS IN HONEYBOOK
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the elope framework
HUGE CHECKLIST OF ACTION ITEMS FOR SCALING YOUR ELOPEMENT/DESTINATION WEDDING BUSINESS