PHOTO 212 - Marketing & Self-Promotion for Photographers

    Recent Professors
    Kathleen P. Curto
    Recent Semesters
    Summer 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    PHOTO 302 and 312 with grades of "C" or better; equivalent or technical competency determined by a photography department faculty member upon evaluation of photography portfolio.
    Summer 2026 Sections
    View Summer 2026 sections of PHOTO 212
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course is designed to prepare students for the latest practices and strategies of marketing and self-promotion specifically for the business of photography. The course introduces students to current industry marketing concepts and the development of a personal marketing plan. Topics include marketing basics, branding, goal setting, researching clients, budgeting annual promotions, and marketing through industry organizations. Self-promotion through the Internet, email, blogging, direct mail, print advertising, and viral marketing using social networks will also be covered. Students will also develop a professional website and choose an online photo management product appropriate for their field of photography.