What does it actually take to become a freelance photographer?
In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace sits down with Grace to unpack the honest, behind-the-scenes reality of turning photography from a hobby into a career.
From unpaid internships and temp jobs to shooting for major brands and launching her own agency, this is a transparent conversation about the creative highs and the financial realities of freelance life.
Grace shares:
• Starting with GCSE photography and finding her creative spark
• Why internships matter in creative industries
• Working corporate and knowing when it’s not for you
• Taking the leap into freelance (and saving before you do)
• The reality of inconsistent income
• Why pricing conversations in photography are so important
• Building two brands: personal fashion work vs. event photography
• Securing sponsorships and flying abroad for shoots
• The importance of community in creative industries
She also opens up about:
• Being diagnosed with autism and how that shaped her work style
• Stress in corporate environments
• Why routine matters, even as a freelancer
• Picking up part-time work during quieter seasons
• Setting realistic goals instead of rigid five-year plans
If you’ve ever wondered how photographers actually make money, this episode is for you.
Please note: I had to silence the amount paid for the Converse job as this is under NDA - apologies for the tease!
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