- The initial problem was the time limit, we was only told about the work placement very close to the start date of the assignment. This meant that I had to work hard on producing a generic email to send out to possible future employers. I started by creating a suitable email which is shows in one of my previous blog posts. I then searched for photography studios and other freelance photographers around the northwest, the closer to me the better. This issue has showed me that It is good to use your initiative some times and that the photographic world is very stressful.
- The next issue that I was faced with was that the photographers that I was emailing and contacting were either too busy to reply, or not enough work so placement students wouldn't be needed or other reasons that I couldn't do placement with several companies/ practitioners.
- After I changed routes to the interview route, I was very sure what I wanted from the interviews and how to go about it. The only other challenge from here on in was that it was hard to find a suitable time with the practitioners to meet me, it had to be a mutually agreeable time and I had to go out of my way on two occasions. This was very worth the hassle though.
I have learnt a great deal about how to cope with certain situations from this assignment, how to face certain problems or challenges.
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