Hood Packaging 2024 National Meeting

Professional Corporate Group Photos are always a challenge.

Logistics:

Managing such a large group requires careful planning and organization. Coordinating schedules, ensuring everyone is in the right place at the right time, and communicating effectively with event organizers and resort personnel are crucial aspects.

Location, Location, Location, is Critical:

Having enough space to create the best composition is always challenging, especially if there are other events happening concurrently. Fortunately, the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort has multiple large staircases within the resort that can accommodate a large corporate group. Unfortunately, the resort didn't allow us access to one of their super wide, large staircases and assigned us to a much smaller, inadequate one. My point of contact was in a meeting and I didn't have time to track down the resort person in charge of their event. I had to make a quick decision. I located another much larger staircase close by that was flanked by two escalators. It wasn't as wide as I'd like, but it provided just enough room to accommodate 140 people and was in view of the designated area that everyone was told to meet.

Lighting:

Ensuring proper composition and lighting for a large group can also be tricky. Large groups require several powerful flash units. Managing equipment for such a large shoot can be challenging. Ensuring you have the necessary gear, backups, and accessories, as well as dealing with any technical issues that may arise, requires careful preparation and experience.

Time Constraints:

With a large group, time is of the essence. Capturing professional corporate group photos efficiently while still ensuring quality and attention to detail is essential. It's important to have a clear plan and schedule to make the most of the available time.

Directing and Engaging Participants:

Keeping everyone engaged and attentive during the shoot can be difficult, especially with a large group. Providing clear instructions and guidance, as well as maintaining a positive and enthusiastic demeanor, can help ensure cooperation and participation from all attendees. Many of the attendees still had cocktails in their hands upon their arrival. Alcohol tends to decrease the cooperation level of your guests and is not recommended prior to such are large undertaking.

Overall, successfully photographing professional corporate group photos requires careful planning, effective communication, and the ability to adapt to unforeseen challenges. However, with proper preparation and professionalism, it can be a rewarding and memorable experience for both the photographer and the attendees.