Melanated Storyteller

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The podcast for photographers and creatives of color. I'm your host, Brandi Cooper, and each week we are going to deep dive into all things life in photography. My goal is to inspire you to tap into your authenticity and create a business and art that is true to you.

Brandi Cooper


    • May 2, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 27m AVG DURATION
    • 10 EPISODES


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    Ep :10 3 Ways to bring in extra income

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 18:38


    The economy has affected me this year but I was able to come up with a few ways to bring in extra income that would have never crossed my mind. Show notes and a brief summary can be found here www.brandiali.com/melanated-storyteller-podcast/the-economy-is-trash-but-here-are-some-ideas-for-bringing-in-extra-income Follow me on IG www.instagram.com/brandialiphotography Make sure to subscribe, like comment!

    EP08: Advice for New photographers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2024 27:05


    In today's Episode, Brandi goes through some of the things that she wishes she knew early on when starting this business. Click the link to the blog post with the show notes SHOW NOTES

    EP07: Standing out in the photography industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 20:18


    Hey guys, on this episode of the Melanated Storyteller. I am your host Brandi and on today's episode, we're going to be talking about standing out in the photography industry. Photography like every other industry is oversaturated so I want to share 6 things that I have done over the last 2-3 years to help me stand out. You can start implementing these things today. 1. Define your unique style and perspective 2. Stay up with Trends and be adaptable 3. Create a personal brand 4. Make sure your client experience is on point 5. Be open to trying new things and exploring your creativity 6. Add new offers or unique add-ons to your business. I spend the majority of my time on IG https://www.instagram.com/brandialiphotography/ www.brandiali.com/melanated-storyteller-podcast/sylais1s0wf42dms07zag6e1gl44bu

    EP06: All things Model Calls

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2024 58:33


    On today's episode we will deep dive into how I run my model call from the why, the execution, to the setup. Model Calls should be fun and showcase your best work Model Calls are a good way to practice new skills, try new locations, style clients, try out a new location, add to your portfolio or can be done because you are pivoting in your business. www.brandiali.com/melanated-storyteller-podcast/ep06-all-things-model-calls https://www.brandiali.com/shop https://www.brandiali.com/ https://www.instagram.com/brandialiphotography/

    EP05: Client Closet Part Two: Tips for Starting a Client Closet

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 35:36


    In this episode, I will walk you through some tips for starting a client closet. Learn more about me at https://www.brandiali.com/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandialiphotography/

    EP04: Client Closet Part One: Pros and Cons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 23:28


    Have you been thinking about starting a client closet for your photography business? Brandi ( @brandialiphotography) will share some of the pros and cons of having wardrobe as an option for your clients. Did you like the episode please feel free to leave a review and follow! Learn more about me at https://www.brandiali.com/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandialiphotography/

    EP03: Building a website that converts inquiries to clients

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2024 42:05


    This one is a little bit long... On today's episode Brandi (@brandialiphotography) will her process of building her photography website. She will share 8 things that every photography website should have. Learn more about me https://www.brandiali.com/ Follow me on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/brandialiphotography/

    EP01: Intro to the Melanated Storyteller Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 17:11


    Brandi Cooper @brandialiphotography shares her story about how she got her start and the goals behind the Melanated Storyteller Podcast.

    Ep02 : 2024 Goals + the Highs and Lows of 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 26:35


    New Year means reflecting on things that went well and maybe didn't go so well in 2023. And with the new year, I want to share some of my goals.

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    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 1:08


    Hey everyone, welcome to the Melanated Story podcast. I'm your host, Brandi Cooper with Brandi Ali Photography. I am a family and branding photographer based out of Houston, and this podcast will be for any creative longing to connect and grow alongside other family photographers or branding photographers of color. I will take you along on my journey of growth as I continue to build the business of my dreams, as well as provide you with some tangible editing and business tips and everything in between. But the main thing I want to do is cheer you on and encourage you to show up for your business. So get ready to hang with your new photography best friend once a week, and please feel free to like, comment, follow, and share all the things. I just want to say. Thank you for following along on my journey and I hope that you find some inspiration and encouragement here in this space with me.

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