Rebecca J Michelson is a Theatre Photographer and Videographer based in NYC, specializing in events and concerts in the Broadway and off-broadway space.
She was recognized as one of Broadway Women's Fund's "Women to Watch on Broadway" in 2022.
In this episode we discuss,
- Rebecca's transition from TV and Casting into Photography and Videography
- What it's like being a Photographer and Videographer in the Broadway and off-Broadway space
- The pros & cons of being a freelancer
- Setting boundaries & knowing your worth as a freelancer
- Just because FREE is in the word freelancer, doesn't mean landlords take "exposure" as a form of payment
- How to navigate being new to an industry and building a portfolio vs. being experienced, booked, and blessed
- & SO MUCH MORE
This is the perfect episode for anyone curious about leaving their 9-5 or for anyone currently trying to navigate a freelance lifestyle or starting and running their own business. This convo felt so therapeutic to me. Freelancers, artists, actors, this is for you <3
Samples of Rebecca's work can be found at rebeccajmichelson.com and @RebeccaJMichelson on Instagram.
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