photoshoot | Chase Jarvis

Dec 09

SERENA WILLIAMS + ROGER FEDERER in da House (and in front of my camera)

serena williams on photo shoot with chase jarvis

HA! You asked for another #cjRAW behind-the-scenes photo/video shoot...and so I'm DELIVERING! That's right, in this episode of #cjRAW, I take you on location to photograph SERENA WILLIAMS, ROGER FEDERER and half dozen more of the BEST TENNIS STARS IN THE WORLD (while shooting a campaign for Wilson Tennis). Working smoothly with pro athletes or celebrities or otherwise fancy people on set is under-recognized, but highly valuable skill. Put bluntly - it is almost always... read more ›

Aug 15

Photogs Aren’t Good With Money– 9 Tips for Sticking to Your Photo + Video Production Budget

We artists often suck at managing productions and budgets. We all have to get thru that stuff in the early days, but if you are numbers/manager challenged, my first piece of advice is bringing a producer into your shoots as soon as you can make it happen. That allows you to focus on your craft. Having said that, my staff producer Megan has had a ripping series of posts going on, including this one aimed... read more ›

Apr 29

So You Want to Be a Commercial Photographer? Here’s How… [Joey L on creativeLIVE]

Update: It's official now, I'm dropping in as a guest on JoeyL's show TODAY at 10:45 Seattle Time (1:45 NYC; 18:45 London). Join us - ask questions. I just was sent over the topics he's going to grill me on and I haven't given an interview this in-depth about commercial photography in more than a year. Tune in HERE to watch... -- Occasionally I hand pick certain people that I'd like to see... read more ›

Dec 21

20 Behind-the-Scenes Snaps from Our Shoot in Monaco. Happy Friday.

It's that time of year. The holiday hustle. We're all trying to squeeze everything in. If you can pull yourself away from work, shopping, traveling or whatever it is you're doing today - here's a casual 20 behind-the-scenes shots from my recent work in Monaco for you to peruse on a Friday. I'll share some of the final campaign images in 2013...some epic stuff... BTW, Monaco is a truly extraordinary location. Included below are a... read more ›

Dec 20

How To Prepare for Your Commercial Photo or Video Shoot — 10 Things Clients Expect In Your Production Notebook

One golden rule to a great photoshoot is to start with great production. A smooth production puts everyone and everything in the right place for the shoot to succeed long before the shutter button gets pressed. That said, I have some of the best producers in the biz on staff. And here, Megan outlines one essential to every commercial production - the production notebook. Use this info to help make your next production run smooth... read more ›

Nov 26

CASTING CALL — Need LARGE Family for Commercial Photo Shoot Next Week. Good $$$

Hi friends! Quick favor to ask here – would LOVE your help if you’re interested or know a family who meets the requirements below. I've turned to you guys before for stuff like this and it's been fun and good for us all. As such, this could be a really fun experience and provide some really solid money for the holidays... In short, we're looking for a large 20 - 30 person, multi-generational family for... read more ›

Nov 04

EXTRAS Needed for Photoshoot — Monday Nov 5th in Seattle

Hi friends! Quick favor to ask here - would LOVE your help if you're interested. I need 10 extras to be in the background of an photoshoot TOMORROW - that's MONDAY NOVEMBER 5TH in SEATTLE, from 1-5pm. The criteria... You must be: _ a nice person who enjoys visiting with others _ 100% guaranteed available in Seattle on MONDAY NOV 5 (that's tomorrow!) from 1-5pm perhaps a little longer _ 21 years old or older... read more ›

Oct 02

Aspen Photo Shoot: chasejarvis RAW Behind-the-Scenes Video

Real heli's and remote octo-copters. Flying cameras and world-class athletes. Lots of hard work and a great campaign for one legendary resort. Earlier this year in March you may have tuned into my live-updates while shooting the 2012-2013 campaign for Aspen/Snowmass resort. Amidst our 20 hour days we were able to kick out behind the scenes photos, some daily blog posts and a few other things highlighting our work (thanks to Aspen for being incredibly... read more ›

Apr 05

Creatives: Are You Killing Yourself on Price?

Are the fees or prices you're charging for your creative services too low? I bet they are. Try doubling the money. You have to deliver the goods, of course, but that's true in any work. Chances are that the clients you ditched needed ditching, the clients you carry forward and the new clients you land will pay those fees happily and will better understand the value you bring. And I'm guessing you'll be happier and... read more ›

Mar 15

10 Essentials to Go the Extra Mile (for Your Clients + Crew)

Hello, readers! Megan here, Producer at Chase Jarvis Inc. We’ve just returned from an amazing 6-day shoot in Aspen, CO. You perhaps read about it here, here, or here. It got me thinking about client/crew relationships and customer service. One of the ways you can set yourself apart as a creative professional is to really go the extra mile for both your client(s) and your crew. This applies to YOU, whether you’re a photographer or... read more ›