Photo Assistant Basic Training Workshop 2025

Sat Nov 08 2025 at 10:30 am to 04:00 pm UTC-06:00

Dodd Camera | Chicago

APA Chicago
Publisher/HostAPA Chicago
Photo Assistant Basic Training Workshop 2025
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Gain the essential knowledge and confidence to launch a successful career as a Photo Assistant with this tried and tested program.
About this Event

Join us for APA Chicago's photo assistant basic training workshop on Saturday, November 8. Launch a career in the photo industry with this tried and tested program developed years ago by APA. With panel discussions, equipment demonstrations from industry professionals, and hands-on training, attendees will gain the essential knowledge and confidence to build their own Pro Assistant reputation. Acquire a comprehensive understanding of professional assisting behavioral guidelines, including contemporary set etiquette, and discover how this valuable training will get you more callbacks – more repeat clients, more work.

All attendees will receive the official Photo Assistant Handbook produced by PhotoShelter and APA. This handbook details crucial assisting principles with photographer and first-call assistant interviews. Includes written job description for assisting, 12 problems that photo assistants are expected to solve, building relationships, managing your finances, and much more.

Master assisting professionalism and get booked solid.



Schedule

10:15 AM: Doors open / Check-in

10:30 AM: Panel Discussion & Q&A

12:00 PM: Lunch (provided)

01:00 PM: Gear demonstration / Hands-on training

04:00 PM: Workshop ends


Morning session: panel discussions

Afternoon session: gear demonstration/hands-on training

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Dodd Camera, 2844 West Armitage Avenue, Chicago, United States

Tickets

USD 33.85

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