AI for Photographers

Chat GPT or Perplexity AI Prompts:

Copy & paste these prompts and fill in the blanks with your business information to use to spark a conversation in Chat GPT or perplexity.

CLIENT PROPOSAL & CONSULTATION PROMPTS

1. “Write a professional email response to a new inquiry about a [type of shoot, e.g. residential interior photography] for a [client type, e.g. interior designer]. Include 3 follow-up questions to help qualify the project.”

2. “Create a customizable proposal template for my [type of photography, e.g. commercial architecture] services. My deliverables usually include [list deliverables], my timeline is [insert timeline], and my licensing terms are [insert terms or leave blank for default].”

3. “List 10 discovery call questions I can ask a potential client in the [insert industry, e.g. hospitality or real estate] space to understand their goals, audience, and visual style preferences.”

4. “Generate a pre-shoot questionnaire for my [type of client] to gather details on the property, preferred shots, shot usage, and creative direction.”

5. “Write a welcome packet introduction for new clients hiring me for [insert photography service]. I want the tone to be [friendly/professional/relatable/luxury/etc.], and include sections like prep tips, shoot day expectations, and how delivery works.”

SALES & PRESENTATION PROMPTS

1. Help me write an elevator pitch for my [type of photography business] that appeals to [ideal client type, e.g. boutique interior designers or luxury real estate developers] and highlights my unique value: [insert 1-2 differentiators].

2. Summarize the value of professional [insert type] photography for [insert audience] in 3 paragraphs. I want it to sound [tone: educational, persuasive, warm, etc.].

3. Create service package descriptions for my [type of photography] business with 3 tiers: Basic, Standard, and Premium. My services usually include [insert deliverables], and I want the copy to sound [approachable/luxury/editorial, etc.].

4. List 5 ways I can present my portfolio to [target audience] in a way that builds trust and converts leads into paying clients. I shoot mostly [insert subject, e.g. high-end interiors or new builds].

5. Write an overview for a pitch deck targeting [client type] to show how hiring a photographer for [insert shoot type] will improve their marketing ROI.

SOCIAL MEDIA & BLOG CONTENT PROMPTS

1. Write 5 Instagram captions about my recent [insert type of shoot/project] for a [insert client type]. I want the tone to be [relatable, stylish, informative], and include soft CTAs to book or learn more.

2. Create a blog post outline for the topic ‘[insert blog topic idea, like: 5 Ways Professional Photography Helps You Sell Your Design Services]’—my target audience is [insert].

3. Generate 15 social content ideas for my [type of photography] business focused on [insert goal: education, behind-the-scenes, portfolio sharing, storytelling, etc.].

4. Turn this recent testimonial from a [client type] into 3 Instagram captions and 1 story post. The tone should be [insert tone]. Here’s the testimonial: [paste it here].

5. Write a carousel post script titled ‘[insert idea like: 3 Things to Do Before Your Interior Photo Shoot]’—targeting [insert audience]. Make it clear, value-packed, and engaging.

AI FOR CONTENT AUTOMATION & ENGAGEMENT

1. Batch generate captions for 10 of my recent projects. Each one should highlight [insert focus: composition, lighting, the design story, etc.] and speak to [insert audience: designers, builders, homeowners, etc.].

2. Write an email marketing sequence (3-5 emails) for leads who downloaded my pricing guide for [type of photography]. My ideal client is [insert description], and my tone is [insert tone].

3. Turn this blog post or transcript into: 1 email newsletter, 1 Instagram caption, and 1 LinkedIn post. Here’s the blog (or transcript) [paste link or content].

4. Create a lead magnet idea I can use to grow my email list as a [type of photographer]. My ideal audience wants to learn [insert info, e.g. how to prep for shoots, build a portfolio, etc.].

5. Make a list of 5 types of posts I can automate every month with AI tools for my [type of photography] brand that still feel personal and engaging.

BUSINESS & WORKFLOW OPTIMIZATION PROMPTS

1. Create a checklist I can follow before every [insert shoot type, e.g. interior design shoot]. Include gear, client communication, backup prep, and creative planning.

2. Suggest an efficient client workflow using [insert your favorite automation tools, etc.] to automate inquiries, bookings, shoot reminders, and file delivery.

3. Write a new client onboarding email series (3 emails) for my [type of photography] business that helps clients feel confident, informed, and excited to work together.

4. Help me streamline my editing + delivery process for [insert style: minimal, moody, crisp, warm, etc.] using AI tools or software like Lightroom, Narrative, ImagenAI, etc.

PRICING & BUDGETING PROMPTS

1. Help me build a pricing guide for my [type of photography] services, including base packages, travel add-ons, and licensing upgrades. My clients are typically [insert description].

2. Write a pricing page that explains the value of high-end photography to [insert client type, e.g. luxury interior designers] and positions me as an expert in my niche.

3. Give me 3 scripts for how to respond to clients who say my prices are too high. I want to stay professional, firm, and kind.

4. Create a usage rights explainer I can include in my proposal or contract that explains what clients can and cannot do with the images.

5. Build a calculator or rate guide for me to figure out how to price commercial photography based on: shoot time, editing time, licensing duration, image count, and client budget.