9/26/2011

Why Commercial Photography is so Important

By Shawn Smith


In the current economic environment, each business call is so crucial. Even a little mistake can cost a company millions or perhaps bankrupt them. The atmosphere is quite toxic and negative. The sentiment among entrepreneurs hasn't been this bad since the great depression. Cash is tight and banks have tightened their lending criteria. So any investment into a business must now be scrutinised and made certain that a ROI is ensured.

Sadly when the economy tightens, often the first cost cutting measure is in the promoting department. This I find to be poor business practice. The idea is that marketing is what will attract folk into the market to buy a product or service, thus stimulating the economy. So businesses cutting the marketing budget is a poor business call.

If your company has not established its presence or its brand to the market, then you have to do that immediately. One of the key methods to do this is through the visual media. Professional photograph stills can actually set your business apart from its competitors. Being present in the right publications and magazines is also key. The image that's portrayed helps to build your brand.

However to do that, a commercial photographer will have to be employed. This is not a cheap exercise and so a business really must be careful in how they spend the money. Commercial photographers have been seen to make or break corporations. The final choice on which photograph should be used is so imperative. There are plenty of ways to find the best commercial photographer, but by far the best way is thru personal recommendation.

So while employing a professional Melbourne photographer is an expensive exercise, if done properly will give you a point of difference to your competitors. In a crowded market, your brand needs to stand for something and a commercial photographer will help you achieve that.




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