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Photographer

Photography: Sam Martinez Photography, Dallas, TX
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Be a Photographer?

Have you always found yourself to be insightful, viewing your surroundings just a little differently than those around you? Do you use your camera to express yourself? Do you like to capture an image in a way that reflects your own style and creativity? Then it’s time for you to test out what it’s like to be a Photographer and join Sam Martinez on a VocationVacations dream job holiday!

Sam has always had a love of photography. He began taking pictures in high school and continued at Texas Tech, where he enrolled as a business major. He was a photographer for the campus newspaper, but hadn’t really considered making his passion his career until he won a photography contest for the Brooks Institute of Photography. He won a bit of money and his photo entry was published; his very first publication! It was at this point that Sam decided to change his major from business to photography.

Upon graduation with his degree in photography, it was up to Sam to find professional mentors who he could assist. During this time, he learned a lot about the people in the industry, make-up artists, hair stylists, models and tech support. He put together his portfolio and was on his way as a photographer entrepreneur!

Sam’s style of photography is very unique. He decided from the beginning that he wanted to be in control of his creativity. He listens carefully to his client’s ideas and what they want, and then uses his own style to deliver a product that exceeds their expectations. His use of bright, vibrant colors enhances and highlights his products and models. A Sam Martinez shoot is recognizable and will not be confused with other photographers. When asked what he’d most like a Vocationer to learn from him, Sam said, “I want to teach them how to make yourself stand out.”

What Sam enjoys most in his career is working with people and the spontaneity of it all. He learned early on that he performs well in the bigger productions. The excitement of 30 people running around on a set, moving lights, touching up make-up, arranging products, brings an energy that results in the great photos that have become his trademark.

Sam has a wide range of clients that include American Express, Frito Lay, Hilton, Home Depot, Verizon and Bank of America, among many other notable corporations. He is beginning to see more work with celebrities as well. Imagine being flown to Hawaii to photograph the great Elton John! And for fun, Sam has begun shooting music bands for CD covers, magazines and promotional materials.

The art of photography has changed dramatically with the introduction of digital images. While Sam concedes that he likes digital photography better than film, he feels lucky to have been trained first on film.
“Film taught you how to shoot it right the first time”, while digital “helps you make pictures better than they were.”

While on your photographer VocationVacations® dream holiday with Sam Martinez, activities will include some or all of the following:
  • Participate in scheduled photo shoots or develop and implement concept
  • shoot
  • Discuss various techniques, particularly with on-location photography
  • Focus on marketing ideas
  • Practice customer and vendor relations
  • Utilize self-promotion techniques in establishing professional identity
  • Engage in philosophical talks of art and commerce
  • Shoot with a variety of equipment
  • Introduction of stock photography and what sells
  • Discuss importance of creating a business plan with corresponding cash flow
  • Maximize affiliation with professional photography associations
  • Develop list of marketing ideas and tools to succeed in business
  • Utilize media to establish business identity
  • Understand importance of a well-designed website
  • Understand how to shoot with a digital camera
  • Manage digital workflow
  • Understand basics of Photoshop
  • Portfolio review of Vocationer's work
The Photographer VocationVacations® holiday includes:
  • Two days of one-on-one mentorship in your dream job as a Photographer
  • The opportunity to participate in a total of one hour of pre- and post-VocationVacation career coaching from an accredited, affiliated VocationVacations career coach
  • A pocket-size VocationVacations journal so you can document your dream job becoming a reality
  • Light lunches with your mentor

Available: All year based on mentor's availability with exception of holidays

Price: $1049 Per Person

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Suggested Accommodations

Dallas Renaissance Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn - Market Center
(Not included in the price of the VocationVacations® holiday)

Other activities and tourist destinations while on your VocationVacations® adventure:
 Reservation, Cancellation and Rescheduling Rules and Conditions:
Each requested date for a VocationVacation is 100% dependent upon the mentor’s approval of dates.  Each Vocationer is required to sign a liability release stating that they are 18 years or older, 21 years or older if the VocationVacation involves the production or serving of alcohol.  Full payment of the VocationVacation is required to make a reservation. A $100 non-refundable fee is assessed if a VocationVacations experience is cancelled or rescheduled prior to 14-days of the scheduled VocationVacations holiday, based on the approved availability of the mentor to reschedule. A VocationVacation cannot be rescheduled and is non-refundable if cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled VocationVacations holiday. Written notification of cancellation or rescheduling is required in all cases.  Grounded Nomads, LLC dba VocationVacations encourages all customers to acquire travel insurance to cover any unforeseen expenses due to cancellation or rescheduling.