Every creative professional eventually faces a moment when reporting harassment as a photography assistant feels risky. You depend on referrals and repeat clients; one complaint can make you worry…
If you work as a photography assistant, you’ve probably filled out a W-9 and received a 1099, meaning you’re classified as an independent contractor. That’s standard in the photo industry, but it also changes how you’re paid, taxed..
The photography world thrives on collaboration: small crews, high pressure, and creative vulnerability. But those same conditions can make the workplace unsafe, especially for women and early-career assistants.
Being a photographer’s assistant is one of the fastest ways to learn the craft, the business, and the unglamorous truth behind the camera…
