Build a practice that lasts
Career longevity.
A sustainable career leaves room for a life outside the work. Build systems that protect your time, privacy, and choices.
Plan a sustainable workload
Include preparation, admin, editing, and recovery in your calendar. Review what a project asks of you before taking it on, including the work that happens outside the shoot.
Protect access to your work
Use unique passwords and multifactor authentication where available. Keep backups of your files and agreements, and review who can access shared accounts and folders.
Be deliberate about privacy
Choose which contact details, locations, and personal information you make public. Review footage and photographs for identifying details before publishing.
Keep your agreements organized
Store collaboration terms, invoices, and publication permissions somewhere you can find them. Revisit your working boundaries as your goals change and seek qualified advice for legal or financial decisions.