Photo Studio Operations New York 2023
We are busy developing an exciting agenda for Photo Studio Operations New York 2023 so keep your eyes peeled for details. Register your interest here to be the first to hear about new sessions and speakers!
In the meantime, check out the first three sessions announced:
Joining-up the Global Dots on Communication and Collaboration
With three studios spread worldwide, the team at luxury online fashion retailer, NET-A-PORTER and MR PORTER understand the importance of global collaboration and alignment. They will discuss how critical clear communication and style guides are in maintaining global consistency and achieving their objective of providing industry-leading assets for more than 800 of the world's top brands.
Join Alison, Bryce and Urbi as they offer valuable insights into how communication and collaboration can be put into practice in a global business setting.
With Alison Leibowitz, Head of Studio, Bryce Pincham, Head of Photography and Post Production, Urbi Medley, Head of Copy at YOOX Net-a-Porter Group
The Story of a Studio Buildout: Design, Construct and Move
Through the lens of Saks' recent photo studio buildout, Matthew Miller shares best practices and high-level considerations when building a new space for your team.
This talk explores:
- Real Estate – considerations for the required space
- Construction – designing and building the space
- Transition – moving your team and setting up for day one
Join Matthew to hear about the lessons learned by the premier luxury ecommerce platform, Saks.
With Matthew Miller, Senior Manager Studio Operations at Saks
The Face of the Future – Shifts, Trends and Innovations in Talent
As brands dip their toes (or dive headfirst) into the Metaverse, address inclusivity and diversity, and strive to create more content than ever – what does this mean for how we work with talent in front of the camera including models, influencers, real people, and AI?
In this panel discussion, experts from in-house and out-of-house will discuss the shifts, trends, and innovations in how we 'view' talent, and our talent strategy.
We will explore:
- How we book talent – through agencies, utilizing tools and technology, online marketplaces
- The use of real people and UGC (User Generated Content)
- Innovations in virtual dressing room technology and how that affects what we the do in studio
- Inclusivity and Diversity
- Sizing and Sample Challenges
- AI, AR and the Metaverse – what’s next?
Please join us for this deep dive into all things talent and what the future might hold.
With moderator Clair Carter-Ginn, Partner at Forecast