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Streamlining Client Proofing After a Shoot

Proofing is where many photographers lose time. Here is how to make it smooth.

Streamlining Client Proofing After a Shoot
Photo: Leeroy via Openverse (CC0)

Proofing is a bottleneck

The shoot is done, but the job is not. Getting the client to choose their images often drags on longer than the shoot itself, and it is where many photographers lose days to back and forth.

Give clients one place to choose

A single gallery where clients favorite, comment, and select is far cleaner than trading image numbers over email. It gathers every decision in one place, so nothing gets lost or contradicted.

Make selecting effortless

Clients delay when choosing is hard. A simple, pleasant way to star favorites and mark selections gets decisions made faster, which moves the whole project forward.

End with a clear list

The output of proofing should be one unambiguous list of what to retouch and deliver. When proofing produces clarity instead of a messy thread, the rest of your workflow speeds up too.

Key takeaways
  • Proofing often takes longer than the shoot
  • Give clients a single place to choose
  • Make favoriting and selecting effortless
  • Aim for one clear list at the end
Julien Jimenez
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Julien Jimenez is an independent software builder based in Paris. He designs, ships, and operates focused SaaS products for small businesses and independent professionals. Read the full author page.

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